Known for playing Lady Susan Hussey in season 5 of the Netflix series “The Crown”, Haydn Gwynne has died at the age of 66.
The world of the English small screen is in mourning this Friday, October 20, 2023 after the announcement of the death of actress Haydn Gwynne at the age of 66. Born on October 13, 1957 in Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex (England), the actress was known for her work in film, television and theater. Notable roles include that of DCI Maureen Flynn in Merseybeat in 2001 but also and especially that of Camilla Parker Bowles in the series The Windsors broadcast between 2016 and 2020.
Obviously a fan of roles linked to the royal family, Haydn Gwynne then made his comeback in season 5 of the series The Crown on Netflix, where she played the role of Lady Susan Hussey. In addition to his work in film and television, Haydn Gwynne had a successful career in theater, appearing in various stage productions in the United Kingdom. She was also recognized for her versatility and her ability to assume a wide range of roles.
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Death of Haydn Gwynne: the actress died of cancer at 66
This Friday, October 20, 2023, the death of the actress was announced in a press release produced by her agent. We then learn thatThe 66-year-old actress died of cancer. “She passed away surrounded by her sons, family and friends. We would like to thank the staff at the Royal Marsden Hospital and Brompton Hospital who have been wonderful over the last few weeks.” can we read.
Several times awarded, Haydn Gwynne was nominated for the Oliver Awards (the Molière of British theater, editor’s note), and the Tonny Awards in the United States for her role as Mrs. Wilkinson, the ballet teacher in the musical Billy Eliott. Mother of two boys, the actress lived in London with her partner Jason Phipps.