Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81

BBC NewsFriday, July 17, 2026Jul 17

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“She won for her role in 1989 film My Left Foot and had well-loved parts in Home Alone 2 and TV's Casualty.”
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Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81

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