‘Romeo and Juliet’ star Olivia Hussey dies at 73
PARSIPPANY, NJ - OCTOBER 29: Olivia Hussey attends the Chiller Theatre Expo Halloween 2022 at Hilton Parsippany on October 28, 2022 in Parsippany, New Jersey. (Photo by Bobby Bank/Getty Images)
Olivia Hussey, who starred in "Romeo and Juliet" in the late 1960s, died on Friday.
Hussey was 73.
Her family announced the actress’ death on her social media page on December 27:
"It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27th.
Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.
Born on April 17th, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts, spirituality, and kindness towards animals.
Olivia leaves behind a loving family— her children, Alex, Max, and India, her husband of 35 years David Glen Eisley, and grandson, Greyson, and a legacy of love that will forever be cherished in
our hearts. As we grieve this immense loss, we also celebrate Olivia’s enduring impact on our lives and the industry.
We thank you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and ask for privacy as we mourn the loss of a truly special soul."
The Source: Information used in this report came from Olivia Hussey's social media page.