She also played Mary in the 1977 miniseries 'Jesus of Nazareth' and was memorable in 'Black Christmas' and 'Death on the Nile.'

Her passionate portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 adaptation won enduring acclaim. In 2023, she sued over the circumstances of a nude scene.

The late ‘Romeo & Juliet’ star died almost a decade after her breast cancer returned. Olivia Hussey will always be remembered for her talent and strength. The late Romeo & Juliet star — who made headlines in 2022 for suing Paramount Pictures for $500 million with her co-star Leonard Whiting — died on December 27,