‘Romeo and Juliet’ star Olivia Hussey dies at age 73
Actor Olivia Hussey, renowned for her iconic portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet, passed away on Friday, December 27, at the age of 73.
Filmmaker and close friend Marc Huestis confirmed her death to the Chronicle, citing cancer as the cause.
"I loved her deeply," he said. "She was filled with so much love and was the most stunning Juliet, both on screen and in real life. She radiated love and vitality."
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