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Olivia Hussey, the world renowned actress of stage, screen, and even video games, widely recognized for her portrayal of Juliet in the 1968 adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet,” passed away peacefully at her home in Burbank, California on Friday, December 27 at the age of 73. News of her death was announced on the actress’ official social media channels.

Born Olivia Osuna in Buenos Aires, Argentina on April 17, 1951, she was the daughter of Argentine tango singer Andrés Osuna, known by his stage name as Osvaldo Ribó. However, at the age of seven, she separated from her father and moved to London with her mother and younger brother, where she was accepted at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts and began her career in performance. By 13, Hussey was already acting professionally on stage using her mother’s maiden name.

At 15, her career was accelerated upon Italian filmmaker Franco Zeffirelli seeing her in a...

Best known to horror fans for playing iconic proto-final girl Jess Bradford in the late Bob Clark’s slasher classic Black Christmas, Olivia Hussey has passed away at the age of 73.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27th,” a statement posted on the actress’ official Instagram page reads this weekend. “Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.”

The statement continues, “Born on April 17th, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts, spirituality, and kindness towards animals.

Olivia leaves behind a loving family— her children, Alex, Max, and India, her husband of 35 years David Glen Eisley, and grandson, Greyson, and a legacy of love that will forever be cherished in our hearts.

Olivia Hussey, an Argentine-British actor noted for her performance as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s acclaimed 1968 film “Romeo and Juliet,” passed away on Friday at her home, surrounded by her family. She was 73 years old.

Hussey had been facing breast cancer since 2008, and in 2018, she was told she had it again. Olivia died, and her official Instagram account said, “Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her.”

She became famous worldwide for her performance as Juliet, which she began when she was 15 years old. The film was notable for putting teenagers Hussey and Leonard Whiting in the lead parts. The goal was to make the ages of the young lovers seem more real. It was nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Both stars were nominated for Golden Globes for Most Promising Newcomer.

Olivia Osuna was born in...

One of the leading figures of Hollywood, Oliva Hussey is no more. She sadly passed away at the age of 73. Born in Buenos Aires but having spent most of her early years in England, the actress gained worldwide fame when she starred in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet.

Olivia Hussey in Zeffirelli’s Romeo and Juliet (1968) | Credit: Paramount Pictures

As we look back on her life, here is a remarkable story from her early years in Hollywood. After moving to Los Angeles to make her career in Hollywood, the actress moved right into the house where the infamous Mason family killings took place.

Olivia Hussey was not scared moving into the house where Sharon Tate was brutally murdered Late actress Sharon Tate in Valley of the Dolls | Credit: 20th Century Studios

Tragedy often tends to leave an indelible mark on a place, transforming it into one with...

Olivia Hussey has died at the age of 73. The actress was best-known for portraying one of the two ill-fated protagonists in director Franco Zeffirelli's legendary 1968 version of Romeo and Juliet, for which she won the Golden Globe (Most Promising Newcomer) thanks to her mesmerizing performance as Juliet Capulet. Hussey also lent her lovely voice to Superman: The Animated Series, and she's widely beloved by die-hard fans of the horror genre for her work on Black Christmas (more on these appearances later).

Hussey was only 17 years old when Romeo & Juliet began its theatrical run, and controversy courted the young thespian because she appeared topless on-screen during the movie's infamous love scene with Romeo Montague (Leonard Whiting). The news of Hussey’s death was announced on Instagram and reads as follows:

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home...

Olivia Hussey, the star of Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet” and the 1974 holiday slasher “Black Christmas,” died peacefully at home on Friday, her family announced. She was 73.

“Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her,” the family’s statement read. “Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts, spirituality, and kindness towards animals.”

Born in Argentina, Hussey was just 15 when she starred in Zeffirelli’s “Romeo and Juliet” opposite 16-year-old Leonard Whitling. She won a Golden Globe for New Star of the Year and the film became a gold standard for students when studying Shakespeare’s play. Hussey would later reunite with Zeffirelli in the 1977 TV production “Jesus of Nazareth” playing Mary.

The actress also had a memorable leading role in Bob Clark’s “Black Christmas,” starred in the television miniseries...

Olivia Hussey has sadly passed away.

The actress, well known for starring in the 1968 Romeo and Juliet movie, died on Friday (December 27), according to a post on her official Instagram account. She was 73 years old.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27th,” the post started out.

“Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her,” the tribute continued. “Born on April 17th, 1951 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts, spirituality, and kindness towards animals.”

“Olivia leaves behind a loving family— her children, Alex, Max, and India, her husband of 35 years David Glen Eisley, and grandson, Greyson, and a legacy of love that will forever be cherished in our hearts. As we grieve this immense loss,...

Olivia Hussey, known in part for playing one of the two leads in the 1968 feature film adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, has passed away. She was 73 years old.

The San Francisco Chronicle reported that Hussey died due to cancer. Filmmaker Marc Huestis confirmed her passing, telling the outlet, “I just heard some sad, sad news. I adored her. She had so much love, and was the most beautiful Juliet ever. On screen and in real life she exuded love and life.”

Born in Argentina in 1951, Hussey was still a child when she began her acting career. After she was noticed for her stage work in London, she wound up getting cast as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's Romeo and Juliet. For her role in the film, which also starred Leonard Whiting, Hussey drew heavy acclaim, even garnering a Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year. This success led to other big roles,...

Olivia Hussey, who dazzled moviegoers as the female lead in Franco Zeffirelli‘s noteworthy 1968 adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, died Friday at her Los Angeles home of breast cancer. She was 73.

The Argentina-born actress died “surrounded by her loved ones,” according to an announcement on her official Instagram account. “Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her,” the post reads.

She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008.

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Hussey was just 15 when she starred opposite British actor Leonard Whiting, 16, as Romeo in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Both were unknowns. The Paramount-distributed film, co-written by Zeffirelli, was nominated for the best picture Oscar and three other Academy Awards, and she received a David di Donatello prize and a Golden Globe for her efforts.

Hussey also...

Olivia Hussey Eisley, the British-Argentine actor who shot to fame as a teenager starring as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation of “Romeo and Juliet” and went on to star in the slasher classic “Black Christmas” and the 1978 “Death on the Nile,” died Friday. She was 73.

Hussey’s death was confirmed to the San Francisco Chronicle by filmmaker Marc Huestis, who said she died of cancer, and announced on the actor’s Instagram. She had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 and suffered a recurrence in 2018.

“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27th,” reads the social media statement. “Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her. … Olivia lived a life full of passion, love, and dedication to the arts,...

Olivia Hussey Eisley, the actress who shot to fame as one of the star-crossed lovers in Franco Zeffirelli’s controversial Romeo and Juliet in 1968, died peacefully today at home surrounded by her loved ones, according to a post on her Instagram page. She was 73.

Hussey’s credits also include Death on the Nile opposite Peter Ustinov; Psycho IV: The Beginning in which she played Norma Bates and the 1990 miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s It.

She worked again with Zeffirelli when she played Mary, the mother of Jesus, in the 1977 television movie Jesus of Nazareth.

In 2022, Hussey and Whiting sued Paramount Pictures, alleging that Zeffirelli violated their consent on Romeo and Juliet by filming them nude without their knowledge. Hussey and Whiting were 15 and 16 years old, respectively, when the film was shot. Estimating that the film has made over $500 million since its pre-Summer of Love release, the duo sought...

Olivia Hussey has died. An actor with a 60-year-career to her name, Hussey (later known as Olivia Hussey Eisley) broke out into international attention with her very first major film, starring in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 film adaptation of Romeo And Juliet. Six years later, Hussey helped create the template for...

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Beyoncé. Prince. Rihanna. Madonna. These world-famous, single-named superstars have all performed at the Super Bowl, and this year they’re joined by another generation-defining artist: SpongeBob.

This year’s Super Bowl telecast opened with SpongeBob SquarePants, joined by his Bikini Bottom pals Patrick Star, Sandy Cheeks, Squidward Tentacles, Mr. Krabs and more, recreating their performance of “Sweet Victory” from an old episode of the Nickelodeon cartoon.

Sweet Victory: Super Bowl Lviii Edition@Nickelodeon pic.twitter.com/ESAr65cUBK

— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) February 11, 2024

CBS is airing the Super Bowl this year, and the big game is also streaming live on Paramount+. Both companies are owned by Paramount Global, which is what allows the network synergy for the Nickelodeon cartoon characters to perform.

In the 2001 “SpongeBob SquarePants” episode titled “Band Geeks,” Squidward assembles a ragtag group of musicians to play at the Bubble Bowl, the underwater version of the Super Bowl. After...

Super Bowl Lviii Live from Bikini Bottom will include a can’t-miss opening segment from Allegiant Stadium re-creating SpongeBob’s iconic “Sweet Victory” performance.

“The promo features scenes inspired by the original fan-favorite SpongeBob SquarePants episode, “Band Geeks,” with all-new CG-animation and set to the original song by David Glen Eisley (musical performer). During the first-ever alternate telecast of the game on Nickelodeon, fans will be treated to an extended version of the scene, which will also include football players from both teams.”

Take a sneak peek

The next episode of True Detective: Night Country will air a few days early so as not to compete with the big game in its normal Sunday slot.

“True Detective: Night Country’s next episode—episode five, to be clear—will premiere on Friday, February 9, at 9 p.m. Est, on Max, the streaming service. The episode will still premiere on HBO proper on Sunday at 9 p.

A creative fan of SpongeBob SquarePants has covered the iconic “Sweet Victory” tune in The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask. The classic gaming title features several playable instruments, including drums and guitar.

Reddit user Naaaayte has shared an impressive cover of “Sweet Victory” in Majora’s Mask by YouTube channel Offbeat Drill, layering recordings of the various parts into an instrumental version of the song. The vocals themselves have been replaced by the Ocarina, while trumpets are represented by the Deku Pipes. The result is a composition that closely echoes the original song whilst also evoking its own unique atmosphere. Majora’s Mask is surprisingly versatile as a source of music, with fans having created other such compositions in the past. One fan covered Ocarina of Time’s main theme in the game, for example.

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Bob Kulick, a guitarist with Kiss, Meat Loaf and Lou Reed, has died at age 70.

His brother, Bruce Kulick (who was also a guitarist for Kiss), posted the news on social media. No cause of death was given.

“I am heartbroken to have to share the news of the passing of my brother Bob Kulick,” Bruce Kulick wrote on Instagram. “His love of music, and his talent as a musician and producer should always be celebrated. I know he is at peace now, with my parents playing his guitar as loud as possible.”

Kulick auditioned for Kiss in 1972, but didn’t get the gig, as Ace Frehley was chosen. But he was brought in five years later to help with the recording of the eighth Kiss album, “Alive II.” He played lead for three songs on the album.

Kulick also worked on the Spongebob Squarepants song Sweet Victory with David Glen Eisley,...

Stephan Ellis, the former bassist for the quintessential Eighties arena rock outfit Survivor, has died at the age of 69.

Survivor’s longtime guitarist, Frankie Sullivan, confirmed Ellis’ death on the band’s Facebook. No cause of death was revealed.

“We are devastated to hear that Stephan Ellis has passed away,” Sullivan wrote. “Steph was the guy who was only interested in the music. He absolutely had a special charm with the fans and within the band. I loved much when it came to Steph.”

Survivor formed in 1978, but Ellis didn...

To honor the life of the late ‘Spongebob Squarepants’ creator, Stephen Hillenburg, who recently passed away after a long battle with Als at age 57. Now, a group of diehard fans have launched a petition to bring one of the show’s most memorable musical performances to the biggest stage in the country.

Just a few days after Hillenburg’s passing, fans exploded on the internet with a petition on Change.org calling for the NFL to play “Sweet Victory” during the halftime show of February’s Super Bowl. Just two days after the petition went live, it has already earned over 65,000 signatures. The song comes from the “Band Geeks,” in which Spongebob and the gang venture up to dry land to perform during halftime at the Bubble Bowl.

The version of “Sweet Victory” that aired in SpongeBob was performed by a guy named David Glen Eisley. Unfortunately, Eisley probably won...

It’s been 50 years since actress Olivia Hussey shot to fame in her role as doomed lover Juliet in 1968’s Romeo and Juliet and now the legendary star is opening up about memories, both happy and painful, in a new book, The Girl on the Balcony.

“It’s been quite a life,” Hussey, 67, tells People of her journey. “I feel grateful that I survived it all.”

Born in Buenos Aires and raised in London, Hussey was just 15 years old when she nabbed the coveted role of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s film, which became an international hit.

“So much happened so fast,...

Just last month, we told you that Michael Ealy (FlashForward, Californication) had signed on to play the male lead in Underworld: New Dawn. Ealy is playing a police detective who hunts the vampires and ultimately joins forces with Kate Beckinsale‘s Selene in the Screen Gems and Lakeshore Entertainment film.

Now, production on the film is officially underway in Vancouver and according to the press release, India Eisley (The Secret Life of the American Teenager) has joined the cast. Though her role hasn’t been revealed, some are speculating that she may be portraying Selene’s daughter in the film.

Press Release:

Production is underway in Vancouver, British Columbia, on the 4th installment in the highly successful Screen Gems/Lakeshore Entertainment Underworld franchise. Underworld 4 brings a stunning new dimension to the epic battle between Vampires and Lycans, as the first film in the franchise to shoot in 3D.

Kate Beckinsale,...

The Underworld 4: New Dawn Official Plot Synopsis, Cast, and Crew Details for the upcoming vampire, werewolf horror movie has been released. The official plot synopsis, cast, and crew details for Underworld 4: New Dawn (2012) is below.

Underworld 4 brings a stunning new dimension to the epic battle between Vampires and Lycans, as the first film in the franchise to shoot in 3D. Kate Beckinsale, star of the first two films, returns in her lead role as the vampire warrioress Selene, who escapes imprisonment to find herself in a world where humans have discovered the existence of both Vampire and Lycan clans, and are conducting an all-out war to eradicate both immortal species.

Kate Beckinsale is revealing herself to be one of films’ most versatile and charismatic actresses. Beckinsale recently wrapped production on the thriller “Contraband” opposite Mark Wahlberg. She was last seen in the independent dramas “Snow Angels” opposite Sam Rockwell,...

Production is underway in Vancouver, British Columbia, on the 4th installment in the highly successful Screen Gems/Lakeshore Entertainment Underworld franchise. Underworld 4 brings a stunning new dimension to the epic battle between Vampires and Lycans, as the first film in the franchise to shoot in 3D.

Kate Beckinsale, star of the first two films, returns in her lead role as the vampire warrioress Selene, who escapes imprisonment to find herself in a world where humans have discovered the existence of both Vampire and Lycan clans, and are conducting an all-out war to eradicate both immortal species.

Kate Beckinsale is revealing herself to be one of films' most versatile and charismatic actresses. Beckinsale recently wrapped production on the thriller Contraband opposite Mark Wahlberg. She was last seen in the independent dramas Snow Angels opposite Sam Rockwell, and in the dark comedy Everybody's Fine opposite Robert De Niro and Drew Barrymore. That same year,...

Actress India Eisley is the latest addition to the cast of Underworld 4 , presently shooting in Vancouver with Mans Marlind and Bjorn Stein directing. Eisley is said to be playing the role "Eve" opposite Kate Beckinsale's Selene. Michael Ealy also star. The actress is the daughter of Olivia Hussey ( Black Christmas ) and musician David Glen Eisley. Len Wiseman, John Hlavin and Allison Burnett scripted the fourth chapter. Marlind and Stein previously directed Shelter . Screen Gems will release Underworld 4 on January 20, 2012.