Susan Strasberg
American actress and film star
Born
May 22nd, 1938
86 years ago
Died
January 21st, 1999
26 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Acclaimed American actress, gained prominence in the late 1950s and 1960s. Rose to fame with the lead role in the film adaptation of 'The Diary of Anne Frank.' Also starred in other significant works including 'The Country Girl' and 'The Manchurian Candidate.' Contributed to the acting community as an instructor at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, bridging generational gaps in performance skills. Involved in various stage productions, including off-Broadway plays. Her career spanned several decades until her passing in 1999.
Starred in 'The Diary of Anne Frank'
Performed in 'The Manchurian Candidate'
Acted in 'The Country Girl'
Instructed at Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute
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