Eva Marie Saint, Oscar-winning 'On the Waterfront' star, dies at 102
Oscar-winning actress Eva Marie Saint, known for her roles in 'On the Waterfront' and 'North by Northwest,' has died at the age of 102. She was a prominent figure in Hollywood's Golden Era, working with legendary directors and actors.
Why it matters
Her passing marks the end of an era for classic Hollywood cinema, as she was one of the last surviving stars of the 1950s.
Eva Marie Saint, the Oscar-and Emmy-winning actress who became one of the defining stars of Hollywood’s Golden Era, has died. She was 102. Saint died Tuesday of natural causes at her Los Angeles home surrounded by family and loved ones, her representative confirmed to Fox News Digital. The actress made an extraordinary film debut opposite Marlon Brando in the 1954 classic "On the Waterfront," winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in her performance as Edie Doyle. Directed by Elia Kazan, the landmark drama launched Saint onto the big screen after she had already established herself in television and on the New York stage. Her first movie role placed her opposite Brando at the apex of his fame.
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