Actresses who died on December 20

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on December 20. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1995 Madge Sinclair

  Madge Sinclair was a Jamaican-born American actress known for her dynamic performances across film, television, and voice acting. She is particularly remembered for her roles in 'Coming to America' and as the voice of Sarabi in Disney's 'The Lion King.' Sinclair was celebrated for her dignified portrayals and became a pioneering Black actress in both television and cinema. [bio]

• 2009 Brittany Murphy

  Brittany Murphy was an American actress and singer best known for her roles in films such as 'Clueless', 'Girl, Interrupted', '8 Mile', and 'Sin City'. [bio]