Shirley Douglas
Shirley Douglas was a Canadian actress and activist who made significant contributions to the entertainment industry.
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April 2, 1934
April 05, 2020
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Shirley Douglas, a renowned Canadian actress and activist, made a significant impact on the entertainment industry through her work in film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in the popular television series Wind at My Back and movies such as Dead Ringers and Lolita. As the daughter of Tommy Douglas, a prominent Canadian medic, politician, and the first leader of the federal New Democratic Party, she was also deeply involved in politics and social justice issues, championing universal healthcare. Shirley was once married to actor Donald Sutherland, with whom she had two children, Kiefer and Rachel Sutherland, both of whom followed in their parents’ footsteps with successful acting careers. Shirley Douglas passed away on April 5, 2020, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.