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Brenda Fricker, Irish actor who won Oscar for ‘My Left Foot,’ dies at 81
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Danica Kirka
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Irish actor Brenda Fricker, known for her Oscar-winning role in 'My Left Foot' and her appearance in 'Home Alone 2', has died at age 81. Her career spanned over 90 film and television projects across several decades.
Why it matters
Fricker was a celebrated figure in international cinema, and her passing marks the loss of a significant talent in the acting community.
The Irish character actor died Thursday night in Dublin after a period of ill health, her agent, Phil Belfield said in a statement.
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