Actresses who died on September 17

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on September 17. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1986 Patricia Phoenix

  Patricia Phoenix was a renowned English actress best known for her iconic role as Elsie Tanner in the long-running British television soap opera 'Coronation Street'. She was one of the original cast members and became a household name in the UK, noted for her strong screen presence and memorable character work. [bio]