Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94

BBC NewsTuesday, August 18, 2026Aug 18

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“Law appeared in films alongside both of her daughters, Dame Emma and Sophie, including 1996's Emma.”
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Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94

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