Brenda Fricker death: Oscar-winning Home Alone 2 star dies aged 81

Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker has passed away at the age of 81. Known for her roles in 'My Left Foot' and 'Home Alone 2', she was a celebrated figure in international cinema.
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Fricker was a trailblazing actress who became the first Irish woman to win an Academy Award, leaving a lasting legacy in film.
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