Dame Joan Plowright, Renowned Actress, Dies at 95
The celebrated star of stage and screen was known for her illustrious career spanning seven decades and her marriage to Laurence Olivier.
Overview
- Joan Plowright passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, surrounded by family at Denville Hall in the UK.
- She enjoyed a prolific career in theater, film, and television, earning accolades such as a Tony Award, two Golden Globes, and an Oscar nomination.
- Plowright was a key figure in British theater, performing at the Royal Court and National Theatre, and starred in classics like 'The Entertainer' and 'Uncle Vanya.'
- Her marriage to Laurence Olivier, which began in 1961, was both a personal and professional partnership that shaped her career and life.
- London's West End will dim its lights on January 21 in tribute to her legacy, as announced by the Society of London Theatre.