Beryl Cunningham was an American actress best known for Tarzana, the Wild Woman, The Island of the Fishmen, and The Black Decameron. She was born on August 8, 1946, in Montego Bay, Jamaica, and passed away on December 11, 2020, in Borbona, Province of Rieti, Italy.
Personal and Family Life
Beryl Cunningham was born and raised in Jamaica. She later moved to Italy to pursue her acting career, becoming known for her roles in various films throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Her personal life was largely private, with limited information available about her family.
Career
Cunningham had a diverse acting career, featuring in numerous films across multiple genres. She gained recognition for her roles that showcased her talent and charisma, particularly in films like Tarzana, the Wild Woman and The Island of the Fishmen. Her performances earned her a place in the hearts of many fans, and she became a notable figure in cult cinema.
Death and Legacy
Beryl Cunningham died on December 11, 2020, in Borbona, Province of Rieti, Italy. Her contributions to the film industry are remembered by fans and fellow actors alike. While she may not have been as widely known as some of her contemporaries, her work in film has left a lasting impact on the genre.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| L’isola degli uomini pesce | 1979-01-18 | Shakira |
| Das Bildnis des Dorian Gray | 1970-04-24 | Adrienne |
| Una storia d’amore | 1970-01-22 | Mulatto Girl |
| Il dio serpente | 1970-11-28 | Stella |
| Gli sterminatori dell’anno 3000 | 1983-08-13 | Shadow |
| Le salamandre | 1969-02-26 | Uta |
| Tarzana, sesso selvaggio | 1969-07-11 | Kamala |
| Il decamerone nero | 1972-10-15 | Queen |
| Quickly – Spari e baci a colazione | 1971-07-27 | |
| La morte risale a ieri sera | 1970-09-05 | Herrero |
| La nipote del prete | 1976-01-01 | |
| Temptation | 1969-01-29 | |
| Curse of the Voodoo | 1965-08-22 | Nightclub dancer |
| Brutti, sporchi e cattivi | 1976-09-23 | |
| Così dolce… così perversa | 1969-10-31 | Black Stripper |
| Concerto per pistola solista | 1970-10-15 | Pauline Collins |
| Anthar l’invincibile | 1964-06-27 | Black Slave Girl |
| Käpt’n Rauhbein aus St. Pauli | 1971-08-26 | Chiquita (uncredited) |
| Tödlicher Karneval | 1963-01-01 | Dancing Girl |