Olivia Hussey has passed away: career, fortune, and last words
28 december 2024 в 18:13
Olivia Hussey was best known for her role as Juliet in the 1968 Paramount Pictures film Romeo & Juliet. After that, the British-Argentinian actress continued her career and achieved success in many film roles, which likely increased her net worth. Unfortunately, in December 2024, Olivia passed away at the age of 73. A post on Olivia’s verified Instagram account confirmed this news.
«With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27», - the caption read. «Olivia was a wonderful person, whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. Born on April 17, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to art, spirituality, and kindness to animals».
The Instagram post also mentioned that Olivia left behind children — Alex, Max, and India. She shared India with her husband David Glen Eisley.
«Olivia leaves behind a loving family — her children, Alex, Max, and India, her husband of 35 years David Glen Eisley, grandson Grayson, and a legacy of love that will forever be cherished in our hearts», - the announcement concluded. «While we mourn this tremendous loss, we also celebrate Olivia’s eternal impact on our lives and the industry. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and ask for privacy as we mourn the loss of a truly special soul».
Learn more about Olivia’s life and career, as well as her lawsuit and net worth, below.
In addition to Romeo & Juliet, Olivia was also recognizable in films such as Black Christmas and Death on the Nile. She also voiced characters in Star Wars video games, including Star Wars: Rogue Squadron, Star Wars: Force Commander, and Star Wars: The Old Republic.
By December 2024, Olivia’s net worth was $ 4 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Olivia had previously stated that she was paid £1,500 ($ 2,200) for her role in Romeo & Juliet during a 2023 interview with Variety. At that time, she told the publication: «Everyone says, 'You must be so rich — you were in a classic [film].' And we say, 'No, we didn’t get paid for that.' We got the minimum. We were always broke. I felt exploited, really. Looking back on it, Leonard and I, we felt exploited».
Olivia and her co-star Leonard Whiting filed a $ 500 million lawsuit against Paramount Pictures in 2022 for sexual harassment and exploitation for the nude scene they both played in the film. Olivia was 15 years old when she filmed this scene. The case was dismissed in the Los Angeles Supreme Court in 2023
«With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who peacefully passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27», - the caption read. «Olivia was a wonderful person, whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. Born on April 17, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to art, spirituality, and kindness to animals».
The Instagram post also mentioned that Olivia left behind children — Alex, Max, and India. She shared India with her husband David Glen Eisley.
«Olivia leaves behind a loving family — her children, Alex, Max, and India, her husband of 35 years David Glen Eisley, grandson Grayson, and a legacy of love that will forever be cherished in our hearts», - the announcement concluded. «While we mourn this tremendous loss, we also celebrate Olivia’s eternal impact on our lives and the industry. We thank you for your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and ask for privacy as we mourn the loss of a truly special soul».
Learn more about Olivia’s life and career, as well as her lawsuit and net worth, below.
In addition to Romeo & Juliet, Olivia was also recognizable in films such as Black Christmas and Death on the Nile. She also voiced characters in Star Wars video games, including Star Wars: Rogue Squadron, Star Wars: Force Commander, and Star Wars: The Old Republic.
By December 2024, Olivia’s net worth was $ 4 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Olivia had previously stated that she was paid £1,500 ($ 2,200) for her role in Romeo & Juliet during a 2023 interview with Variety. At that time, she told the publication: «Everyone says, 'You must be so rich — you were in a classic [film].' And we say, 'No, we didn’t get paid for that.' We got the minimum. We were always broke. I felt exploited, really. Looking back on it, Leonard and I, we felt exploited».
Olivia and her co-star Leonard Whiting filed a $ 500 million lawsuit against Paramount Pictures in 2022 for sexual harassment and exploitation for the nude scene they both played in the film. Olivia was 15 years old when she filmed this scene. The case was dismissed in the Los Angeles Supreme Court in 2023
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