Remembering Liz Smith on the 8th Anniversary of her death
- By Lori Macatee
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It has been exactly 8 long years since Liz Smith died in Worthing on December 24, 2016 at the age of 95. As a number of online tributes attest, she was one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.
Today, fans of Liz Smith (The Vicar of Dibley, The Royle Family, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic woman she was.
Smith, a cultural icon
Born Betty Gleadle in Scunthorpe on December 11, 1921, her career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in English history. Smith was not just a great actress, she was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.
In 1998 she touched the hearts of millions as Norma Jean Speakman in ‘The Royle Family’. Her legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering her unique heritage.
It's been 8 years since the tragic loss of Liz Smith and her personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Liz Smith is no longer physically here, her presence is more powerful than ever. She left a void that has yet to be filled.
In memory of the Late Great Liz Smith.
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