The actress Valerie Perrine, star of the Superman films, has died
24 march 2026 в 00:13
Valerie Perrine, the actress known for her roles in «Superman» and «Superman II», - passed away on March 23, 2026, after battling Parkinson’s disease. She was 82 years old. The news of her death was shared by the director of a documentary short film about Valerie, Stacey Souther, in an Instagram post.
«It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away», - Stacey wrote in her post. «She fought Parkinson’s disease with incredible courage and compassion, never complaining. She was a true inspiration and lived life to the fullest—and what a magnificent life it was. The world is a less beautiful place without her. I love you, Valerie. See you on the other side».
Stacey also urged her followers to make donations to her GoFundMe page to help cover funeral expenses.
«[Valerie's last wish was to be buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, but after more than 15 years of battling Parkinson’s disease, her financial resources have been exhausted]», - Stacey noted in her social media post. «Let's come together to fulfill her last wish—she truly deserves it».
Hollywood Life gathered five facts about Valerie, from her life to her career.
Valerie began her career as a showgirl at the «Lido de Paris» in the Stardust Resort casino in Las Vegas in the late 1960s. She then moved to Los Angeles, where she was spotted by an agent for the film «Slaughterhouse-Five». As a result, Valerie landed numerous roles over the years, including in the films «Lenny», - «Mr. Million», - «Electric Horseman», - and «Superman» and «Superman II».
Thanks to her strong performance as Honey Bruce in «Lenny», - Valerie won a BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer in a Leading Role and a Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. She was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress.
Valerie played the role of Eve Teschmacher in both Superman films starring Christopher Reeve.
As mentioned, Valerie struggled with Parkinson’s disease, having been diagnosed in 2015.
In the late 1960s, Valerie was dating famous hairstylist Jay Sebring, who had a connection with Sharon Tate. In 1969, Jay invited Valerie to dinner at Sharon’s home in Benedict Canyon on the night of the Tate-LaBianca murders committed by the Manson family. Valerie was unable to attend because she had to work, and six guests at the dinner, including Sharon and Jay, were killed
«It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away», - Stacey wrote in her post. «She fought Parkinson’s disease with incredible courage and compassion, never complaining. She was a true inspiration and lived life to the fullest—and what a magnificent life it was. The world is a less beautiful place without her. I love you, Valerie. See you on the other side».
Stacey also urged her followers to make donations to her GoFundMe page to help cover funeral expenses.
«[Valerie's last wish was to be buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, but after more than 15 years of battling Parkinson’s disease, her financial resources have been exhausted]», - Stacey noted in her social media post. «Let's come together to fulfill her last wish—she truly deserves it».
Hollywood Life gathered five facts about Valerie, from her life to her career.
Valerie began her career as a showgirl at the «Lido de Paris» in the Stardust Resort casino in Las Vegas in the late 1960s. She then moved to Los Angeles, where she was spotted by an agent for the film «Slaughterhouse-Five». As a result, Valerie landed numerous roles over the years, including in the films «Lenny», - «Mr. Million», - «Electric Horseman», - and «Superman» and «Superman II».
Thanks to her strong performance as Honey Bruce in «Lenny», - Valerie won a BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer in a Leading Role and a Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress. She was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress.
Valerie played the role of Eve Teschmacher in both Superman films starring Christopher Reeve.
As mentioned, Valerie struggled with Parkinson’s disease, having been diagnosed in 2015.
In the late 1960s, Valerie was dating famous hairstylist Jay Sebring, who had a connection with Sharon Tate. In 1969, Jay invited Valerie to dinner at Sharon’s home in Benedict Canyon on the night of the Tate-LaBianca murders committed by the Manson family. Valerie was unable to attend because she had to work, and six guests at the dinner, including Sharon and Jay, were killed
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