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Susannah York - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 09, 1939 |
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| Died | January 15, 2011 (age 72) |
| Birthplace | Chelsea, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Susannah York's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Her roles in films such as 'Tom Jones', 'They Shoot Horses, Don't They?', and 'A Man for All Seasons', as well as her nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1970. |
Intro
Susannah York was an acclaimed English actress and writer, known for her roles in film, television, and stage throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including award-nominated performances and work with leading directors of her era.
Early Life & Background
Susannah York was born Susannah Yolande Fletcher in Chelsea, London. She attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), where she trained as an actress before embarking on a prolific career in British cinema and theatre.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'Tom Jones' (1963)
- Portrayed Alice LeBlanc in 'They Shoot Horses, Don't They?' (1969), earning an Academy Award nomination
- Starred in 'A Man for All Seasons' (1966)
- Appeared as Superman's mother Lara in 'Superman' (1978) and its sequel
- Won Best Actress at the 1972 Cannes Film Festival for 'Images'
Trivia
- She authored children's books and wrote a novel.
- York received a BAFTA nomination for her role in 'They Shoot Horses, Don't They?'
- She was awarded the title of Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
FAQs
People also ask
When was Susannah York born?
Susannah York was born the 9 January 1939.
Where is Susannah York from?
Chelsea, London, England.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 9th, 1939, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 9th, 1939 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Goodbye, Mr. Chips directed by Sam Wood, Sidney Franklin
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