Glenda Jackson, a two-time Oscar winner and former UK politician, “died peacefully” at the age of 87 following a brief illness, her representative announced to PA Media.
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Oscar-winning actress, Glenda Jackson, dies at age 87
Glenda Jackson, the celebrated actress who won Oscars for her performances in “Women in Love” and “A Touch of Class,” has passed away at the age of 87, according to her agent.
In a statement, her agent Lionel Larner said: “Glenda Jackson, two-time Academy Award-winning actress and politician, died peacefully at her home in Blackheath, London this morning after a brief illness with her family at her side.
“She recently completed filming The Great Escaper in which she co-starred with Michael Caine.”
During the 1970s, Jackson achieved international acclaim for her acting talent, securing two Academy Awards and receiving two additional nominations.
Her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I in the BBC drama series “Elizabeth R” also garnered critical acclaim.
In addition to her successful acting career, Jackson demonstrated a deep commitment to politics. Temporarily leaving the entertainment industry behind, she became a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party, representing a constituency in north London from 1992 to 2015.
RIP Glenda Jackson
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Here she spoke about the impact of Thatcherism in the 1980spic.twitter.com/kK1L8UswRGAfter her tenure in politics, Jackson made a remarkable return to the screen and earned a BAFTA award for her performance in the television drama “Elizabeth Is Missing” in 2020.
Her contributions to both the entertainment industry and public service leave a lasting legacy.