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Strasberg Susan

May 22, 1938

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Remembering Since 1999

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Work : New Job 1952 (Beginning of TV career)

Work : Begin Major Project 1954 (Film debut)

Work : Gain social status 1955 (Lead role in "Diary of Anne Frank")

Relationship : Marriage 1965 (Christopher Jones, only a year)

Financial : Gain significant money December 1998 (Sold pearl necklace belonging to Marilyn Monroe) chart Placidus Equal_H.

Death:Death by Disease 21 January 1999 (Breast cancer, age 60) chart Placidus Equal_H.

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American actress who made her film debut in 1954, followed by playing the lead in, "The Diary Of Anne Frank" in 1955. The daughter of acting teacher Lee Strasberg, at the age of 13 she first appeared on stage; the next year she played Juliet on TV. Surrounded by actors from childhood, she found her father brilliant but domineering. To retain her own talent, she refused to take classes from her parents - or advice. At 20, she was heart-broken when her first love, Richard Burton, dumped her and married Sybil Williams. Her Hollywood career began with early acclaim in such films as "Picnic," 1955, but her brilliant youth full of promise fizzled and she ultimately garnered only mediocre film roles in some two dozen films. She married actor Christopher Jones in 1965 for a disastrous year. Their daughter Jennifer was born with four holes in her heart and Susan experienced the guilt of wondering whether her experimentation with drugs was responsible. Her daughter grew up healthy and became a receptionist at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in Los Angeles. Strasberg had the gift of friendship; Marilyn Monroe was like a sister, and Diane Ladd a longtime friend. Her romantic partners included Warren Beatty and Cary Grant. In her later years she told all in two well-written books that dealt frankly with her own insecurities and sadly diminished expectations. Financially at a low point, with no medical insurance, in December 1998 Strasberg sold a cherished possession, a string of pearls that had belonged to Marilyn Monroe, for $100,000. She died of breast cancer on January 21, 1999, New York City. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less

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`` Susan Strasberg

Susan Strasberg

Born: May 22, 1938, New York City, USA

Died: January 21, 1999, New York City, USA

Overview

Susan Strasberg was an American actress, author, and acting teacher. She was the daughter of renowned acting teacher Lee Strasberg and actress Paula Strasberg. She is best known for her role as Anne Frank on Broadway and for her film roles in Picnic (1955) and Kapo (1960). She was also a significant figure in the Actors Studio and followed in her father's footsteps by teaching acting herself.

Career

Strasberg made her Broadway debut at a young age. Her portrayal of Anne Frank earned her critical acclaim and solidified her place as a prominent actress. Throughout her career, she appeared in various films and television shows, though she never quite reached the level of stardom some had predicted. Later, she focused on teaching acting, drawing upon the Method acting techniques she had learned from her father.

Personal Life

Susan Strasberg was married to actor Christopher Jones from 1965 to 1968. They had one daughter, Jennifer Robin Jones. Information regarding readily available social media profiles associated with Susan Strasberg is scant, likely due to her passing pre-dating the widespread adoption of these platforms.

Later Years and Legacy

In her later years, Susan Strasberg battled breast cancer. She authored two autobiographies, Bittersweet (1980) and Accidentally on Purpose (1993), providing insights into her life, career, and famous family. She passed away in 1999. Her legacy continues through her work as an actress and her contribution to the world of acting through her teaching. She is remembered for her talent and her connection to the influential Actors Studio and the Method acting technique.

Finding More Information

While current social media presence is unlikely, more information about Susan Strasberg can likely be found through biographical resources, film archives, and theatrical databases. Searching for information related to her books and her connection to the Actors Studio may also provide additional insights.

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