'Mildred Pierce' Star Was 98
Actress Ann Blyth, known for her Oscar-nominated role in the 1945 film Mildred Pierce, has died at the age of 98. She had a prolific career in MGM musicals and various dramatic roles throughout the mid-20th century.
Why it matters
Blyth was a significant figure in the Golden Age of Hollywood, and her passing marks the end of an era for classic cinema.
Ann Blyth , the petite actress and singer who earned an Oscar nomination for portraying Joan Crawford 's demon daughter, Veda, in the classic 1945 melodrama Mildred Pierce , has died. She was 98.
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