‘Romeo and Juliet’ Star, Award-Winning Actress, Olivia Hussey Passes Away at 73  

Olivia Hussey, born on April 17, 1951, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 73 in San Francisco, California, due to cancer.

Best remembered for her iconic portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 film adaptation of ‘Romeo and Juliet,’ her performance earned her a Golden Globe and a David di Donatello Award. A proud alumna of the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in England, Olivia’s career transcended genres, captivating audiences in diverse films, including ‘Virus’ and ‘Death on the Nile.’

Beloved wife and mother, Olivia’s personal life was rich with family, marked by three marriages and the joy of raising three children: India Eisley, Alexander Martin, and Maximillian Fuse. Her enduring legacy lingers not only in the golden reels of classic cinema but in the cherished memories held by those who loved her.