Golden Globe-winning actress Barbara Rush passes away at 97
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The entertainment world has lost one of its brightest stars with the passing of Barbara Rush, a Golden Globe-winning actress whose career graced the silver screen and television with unforgettable performances.
At 97, Rush's departure on a peaceful Sunday evening, 31 March (1 April, Monday in Australia) marks the end of another career that spanned the glamorous days of Hollywood's Golden Age.
Barbara Rush's daughter, Claudia Cowan, confirmed the sad news, stating, 'My wonderful mother passed away peacefully at 5:28 this evening. I was with her this morning and knew she was waiting for me to return home safely to transition.’
‘It's fitting she chose to leave on Easter as it was one of her favourite holidays, and now, of course, Easter will have a deeper significance for me and my family.’
Rush's career began with a stroke of fate at the Pasadena Playhouse, where a talent scout recognised her potential, and soon after, she was signed to Paramount Pictures in 1950.
Her cinematic debut came with The Goldbergs, but the 1953 science fiction horror film It Came From Outer Space catapulted her to stardom, earning her a Golden Globe for the most promising female newcomer.
Rush shared the screen with Hollywood royalty throughout her career, such as Paul Newman, Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra, showcasing her versatility and charm.
Her talents weren't confined to the big screen; she also shone on stage and television, most notably in the popular drama series Peyton Place.
Her last regular television role was as Ruth Camden on the beloved series 7th Heaven, and her final bow in the film was the 2017 short film Bleeding Hearts: The Arteries of Glenda Bryant.
In retirement, Rush enjoyed her years surrounded by family, who cherished her not only as a star but as a luminous presence in their lives.
On her 97th birthday in January, Cowan shared a heartfelt tribute: 'She is golden, she is a diamond, she glows like the moon and shines like the sun.’
‘Age does not diminish the light in her eyes, the sweetness of her heart, or the wisdom in her soul.'
You can watch one of Rush’s iconic scenes from It Came From Outer Space below:
Credit: Movieclips / YouTube
Barbara Rush's legacy is one of grace, talent, and a luminous spirit that transcended the roles she played.
Her journey to Hollywood stardom is a testament to the enduring allure of classic cinema and the impact one actress can have on generations of fans and fellow actors.
May she rest in peace.
At 97, Rush's departure on a peaceful Sunday evening, 31 March (1 April, Monday in Australia) marks the end of another career that spanned the glamorous days of Hollywood's Golden Age.
Barbara Rush's daughter, Claudia Cowan, confirmed the sad news, stating, 'My wonderful mother passed away peacefully at 5:28 this evening. I was with her this morning and knew she was waiting for me to return home safely to transition.’
‘It's fitting she chose to leave on Easter as it was one of her favourite holidays, and now, of course, Easter will have a deeper significance for me and my family.’
Golden Globe-winning actress Barbara Rush passed away at 97. Credit: Mill Valley Film Festival / Shutterstock
Rush's career began with a stroke of fate at the Pasadena Playhouse, where a talent scout recognised her potential, and soon after, she was signed to Paramount Pictures in 1950.
Her cinematic debut came with The Goldbergs, but the 1953 science fiction horror film It Came From Outer Space catapulted her to stardom, earning her a Golden Globe for the most promising female newcomer.
Rush shared the screen with Hollywood royalty throughout her career, such as Paul Newman, Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra, showcasing her versatility and charm.
Her talents weren't confined to the big screen; she also shone on stage and television, most notably in the popular drama series Peyton Place.
Her last regular television role was as Ruth Camden on the beloved series 7th Heaven, and her final bow in the film was the 2017 short film Bleeding Hearts: The Arteries of Glenda Bryant.
In retirement, Rush enjoyed her years surrounded by family, who cherished her not only as a star but as a luminous presence in their lives.
On her 97th birthday in January, Cowan shared a heartfelt tribute: 'She is golden, she is a diamond, she glows like the moon and shines like the sun.’
‘Age does not diminish the light in her eyes, the sweetness of her heart, or the wisdom in her soul.'
You can watch one of Rush’s iconic scenes from It Came From Outer Space below:
Credit: Movieclips / YouTube
Her journey to Hollywood stardom is a testament to the enduring allure of classic cinema and the impact one actress can have on generations of fans and fellow actors.
May she rest in peace.
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