Lee Remick

Lee Remick was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Days of Wine and Roses,” “Anatomy of a Murder,” and “The Omen.” Born on December 14, 1935, in Quincy, Massachusetts, she gained recognition for her talent and versatility in film and television.

Personal and Family Life

Lee Remick was born to Gertrude Margaret Waldo, an actress, and Francis Edwin Remick, who owned a department store. She had Irish and English heritage and studied at Barnard College. In her personal life, she was married twice, first to Bill Colleran from 1957 to 1968, with whom she had two children, and later to Kip Gowans in 1970 until her passing in 1991.

Career Highlights

Lee made her film debut in 1957 with “A Face in the Crowd” and quickly rose to fame with her standout performance in “Anatomy of a Murder” in 1959. She garnered an Academy Award nomination for “Days of Wine and Roses” (1962) and worked extensively in both television and films throughout her career. In 1970, she moved to England and continued making films while also establishing a production company in 1988.

Death and Legacy

Lee Remick passed away on July 2, 1991, due to complications from kidney, lung, and liver cancer. Her final public appearance was in April 1991 when she received her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, supported by her co-star Jack Lemmon. Remick was cremated, and her memorial service was attended by friends and family, including Elizabeth Taylor, who paid tribute to her legacy as a talented actress.

Filmography