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Actress Lynn Redgrave Dies at 67

By  Zach Behrens
Published May 3, 2010 12:00 AM
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Lynn Redgrave, the Oscar-nominated actress known for her roles in Georgy Girl and Gods and Monsters, died at her home Sunday in Connecticut, her family announced this morning. The 67-year-old was battling breast cancer.

"Redgrave was born into the world of drama," said the Wall Street Journal. "Many of her family members were actors including her parents, Michael Redgrave and Rachel Kempson, her older brother Corin, and her older sister Vanessa. Redgrave was also the aunt of Joely Richardson and Natasha Richardson, also accomplished thespians."