She also played Mary in the 1977 miniseries 'Jesus of Nazareth' and was memorable in 'Black Christmas' and 'Death on the Nile ...

Olivia Hussey, who starred in “Romeo and Juliet,” has died at the age of 73, her family announced on Friday, December 27.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Olivia Hussey, best known for her role in the 1968 film adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has passed away at age 73 from breast cancer.

Hussey died on Friday, “peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones,” a statement posted to her Instagram account said.

Olivia Hussey, the actress who won hearts worldwide as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s classic 1968 film Romeo and Juliet, has passed away at the age of 73. Her family confirmed the news on Instagram, ...

The Golden Globe-winning actress was best known for her role as Juliet in the 1968 film adaptation of the Shakespeare play.