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Joan Plowright Dies: Oscar-Nominated British Acting Legend Was 95


Joan Plowright is dead, the UK Enchanted April star & widow of Laurence Olivier was 95

A statement from Plowright’s family to press read: “It is with great sadness that the family of Dame Joan Plowright, the Lady Olivier, inform you that she passed away peacefully on 16 January 2025 surrounded by her family at Denville Hall at the glorious age of 95. “Her brilliant career will be remembered by many, her wonderful being always cherished by her children Richard, Tamsin and Julie-Kate, their families and Joan’s many friends. Comments Get our Breaking News Alerts and Keep your inbox happy.

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Joan Plowright, celebrated star of stage and screen, dies aged 95