Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker, best known for her roles in My Left Foot and Home Alone 2: Lost In New York, has died aged 81, her agent confirmed.
Career Highlights
Fricker won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Christy Brown's mother in My Left Foot (1989). She also appeared in Home Alone 2: Lost In New York as the pigeon lady and had a notable stint on the BBC medical drama Casualty.
Her agent announced the news on 17 July 2026, but did not disclose the cause of death. Fricker was born in Dublin, Ireland, in 1945 and began her acting career in the 1960s.
Impact and Legacy
Fricker's performance in My Left Foot earned her critical acclaim and a place in film history as one of the few Irish actresses to win an Oscar. She also appeared in films such as The Field (1990) and A Man of No Importance (1994).
Tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues, remembering her as a talented and beloved figure in Irish cinema.
