Margaret Kerry, the beloved actress and dancer who served as the inspiration for Disney's iconic fairy Tinker Bell, has died at the age of 97. Her family confirmed the news, revealing that she passed away after a heartbreaking battle with lung cancer.
A Life in Entertainment
Kerry's movements and mannerisms were used to animate the mischievous Tinker Bell for the 1953 classic Peter Pan. Beyond her Disney connection, she also starred opposite Eddie Cantor in If You Only Knew Susie and appeared on the early ABC sitcom The Ruggles.
Remembering a Pioneer
Her contributions to animation and entertainment have left a lasting legacy. Fans and colleagues alike mourn the loss of a woman who brought magic to generations.
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