Mary Poppins actress Glynis Johns dies aged 100

It is a sad loss for Hollywood. Famous actress Glynis Johns passed away on Thursday January 4, according to American tabloids. Her face was familiar to anyone who had seen the film Mary Poppins, released in1964in cinemas around the world. A cult feature film, many of whom were familiar with the famous formula Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, from the equally inescapable song by the Sherman brothers.

The woman who embodied the traits of the cheerful Mrs. Winifred Banks has died at the age of 100, of natural causes, confirmed the Associated Press

A big name and a Tony Award

Born in 1923 inSouth Africa, Glynis Johns made a name for herself in 1960s cinema. But it was almost twenty years earlier that her career began, when she was given the role of the mermaid Miranda in the film of the same name. Later, it was her singing talent that brought her to the attention of musical theatre productions.

After an appearance in A Little Night Music, where she sang Stephen Sendheim's Send in the Clowns, she forged a real image as a singer. All thanks to her 'little silver voice', as he described her. In fact, as the Washington Post reported, 'no one could sing her song as well as she did'.

Her talent even won her a Tony Award for Best Actress! The British actress later became the cult character we know from the famous film starring Julie Andrews.

What happened to Glynis Johns?

Glynis Johns has died in Los Angeles, USA, of natural causes. Reports indicate that she was living at an assisted living home at the time of her death. The news was announced by her manager to the American media. She said:

My heart is heavy today with the passing of my beloved client Glynis Johns. Glynis powered her way through life with intelligence, wit, and a love for performance, affecting millions of lives.

Two years ago, the death of Betty White, an actress ofthe same generation, caused a similar stir among film fans. An era has come to an end.

This article has been translated from Oh!MyMag FR

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Associated Press: Glynis Johns, ‘Mary Poppins’ star who first sang Sondheim’s ‘Send in the Clowns,’ dies at 100

The Express: Mary Poppins star Glynis Johns dies aged 100 in 'a sombre day for Hollywood'