Diana Olsson

Diana Olsson was an American actor who is best known for her roles in “Taggart,” “Take the High Road,” and “Stookie.” She had a diverse career spanning theater, television, and radio.

Personal and Family Life

Diana was born in London on February 12, 1929, as the only child of an English mother, a homemaker, and a Swedish father, a newspaper photographer. At the age of 17 or 18, she moved to New York, where she pursued acting and modeling. She married Frank at 18 and had two children: a daughter named Caroline, born on Diana’s birthday, and later a son named Christopher. After some time in New York, she returned to England to focus on her family and career.

Career

During her career, Diana appeared in various roles in television and radio. She attended R.A.D.A. alongside famous actress Elisabeth Taylor, who she described as having beautiful violet eyes. Diana worked with notable actors like Charlton Heston, Christopher Lee, and Peter Cushing. She also contributed voiceovers for BBC Radio and participated in plays at the Edinburgh International Festivals throughout the 1970s and 1980s. In her later years, Diana enjoyed spending time in her garden.

Death and Legacy

Diana Olsson passed away on October 11, 2003, in Edinburgh, Scotland, under undisclosed circumstances. She is remembered for her contributions to theater, film, and radio, as well as for her passion for acting. Her legacy continues through the characters she brought to life and the influence she had on those in her field.

Filmography