Nora Eddington was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Hollywood Greats,” “Cruise of the Zaca,” and “Errol Flynn: Portrait of a Swashbuckler.” She was born on February 25, 1924, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on April 10, 2001, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Nora Eddington had a notable personal life, including three marriages: Errol Flynn, Dick Haymes, and Richard Basil Black. She had three children, Deirdre Flynn, Rory Flynn, and Kevin Francis Black. Nora’s son Kevin sadly died at a young age from leukemia. Her relationship with Errol Flynn began when she met him while working at a snacks counter in a courthouse.
Death and Legacy
Nora Eddington died on April 10, 2001, due to kidney failure. Her legacy includes being the mother of two daughters and a prominent figure in the Hollywood scene of her time. She authored a book titled “Errol and Me,” which chronicled her life with Errol Flynn.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise of the Zaca | 1952-12-06 | Herself |
| The Adventures of Errol Flynn | 2005-04-05 | Self – Second Wife (archive footage) |
| Tasmanian Devil: The Fast and Furious Life of Errol Flynn | 2007-10-17 | Herself – As Nora Eddington Flynn |