Veteran Actress Shirley Douglas, Mother of Kiefer Sutherland, Dies at 86
Sutherland Pays Tribute to His Mother in Heartfelt Twitter Post
A Long and Accomplished Career in Film, Television, and Theater
Veteran Canadian actress Shirley Douglas has passed away at the age of 86, her son, actor Kiefer Sutherland, announced on Twitter Sunday. Douglas, known for her roles in films such as "Dead Ringers" and "Mrs. Soffel," as well as television shows like "Battlestar Galactica" and "The West Wing," had a long and accomplished career in both film and theater.
Douglas was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, in 1934. She began her acting career in the early 1950s in Canadian theater before moving to the United States in the 1960s to pursue a career in film and television. Douglas' first major film role was in the 1968 film "The Thomas Crown Affair," alongside Steve McQueen.
Over the course of her career, Douglas appeared in over 100 films and television shows. She was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards and two Emmy Awards, and she won a Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for her performance in the 1983 film "The Wars." Douglas was also a member of the Order of Canada.
In his Twitter post, Kiefer Sutherland paid tribute to his mother, writing, "Mom, I will miss you everyday. Thank you for being my mother. I love you."
Shirley Douglas is survived by her son, Kiefer, and her daughter, Rachel.
Conclusion
Shirley Douglas was a talented and respected actress who made a significant contribution to the world of film and television. Her passing is a great loss to the entertainment community and to her many fans around the world. She will be remembered for her talent, her grace, and her indomitable spirit.
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