Alfie star Shirley Anne Area has died on the age of 87, her household have confirmed.

The British actress ”handed away peacefully” on Sunday, it has been revealed.

In an announcement, obtained by a number of shops, her household mentioned that Area shall be “vastly missed” and “remembered for her unbreakable spirit and her wonderful legacy”.

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“It’s with nice disappointment that we’re sharing the information that Shirley Anne Area handed away peacefully on Sunday 10 December 2023, surrounded by her household and mates,” the assertion learn.

“Shirley Anne shall be vastly missed and remembered for her unbreakable spirit and her wonderful legacy spanning greater than 5 a long time on stage and display.”

A reason for loss of life is just not but identified.

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Area is greatest identified for the 1960 movie The Entertainer, which she starred in reverse Laurence Olivier.

She additionally starred in 1960’s Man within the Moon and 1966’s hit Alfie, starring Michael Caine.

Area quickly turned to TV for later roles and stage productions.

The actress additionally labored with Steve McQueen and Robert Wagner throughout her profession.

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Area reportedly turned down the coveted function as a “Bond Lady” within the movie franchise.

She was born in Essex and turned to modelling earlier than forging a profitable appearing profession.

Area had one daughter, Nicola Crichton-Stuart, who she shared with late racing automotive driver Charles Crichton-Stuart.