Glenda Jackson, the renowned actress and former British Labour politician, has passed away at the age of 87 after a brief illness, according to her agent. Born in 1936 in Birkenhead, England, Jackson is one of the few actresses to have achieved what is considered the Triple Crown of acting, having received two Academy Awards for film, three Emmy Awards for television, and a Tony Award for theater. In recognition of her contribution to the arts, she was awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II in 1978.
Jackson’s career reached its peak in the 1970s, when she won the Academy Award for Best Actress twice, for her performances in “Women in Love” (1970) and “A Touch of Class” (1973). She also received critical acclaim for her roles in films such as “Sunday Bloody Sunday” (1971), “Mary, Queen of Scots” (1971), and “Hedda” (1975). However, perhaps her most memorable role is that of Queen Elizabeth I in the TV series “Elizabeth R” (1971), for which she received two Emmy Awards.
Having graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in the UK, Jackson had a long and successful acting career. She made her Broadway debut in the play “Marat/Sade” (1966) and gave her final performance in the film “Mothering Sunday” (2021) in 2021. In 2019, she made a comeback to the screen with the television film “Elizabeth is Missing,” earning her a BAFTA Award for Best Actress.
In addition to her acting career, Jackson also had a significant political career. She took a hiatus from acting between 1992 and 2015 to focus on politics. She was elected as a Member of Parliament for the Labour Party for Hampstead and Highgate in the 1992 general elections. Her most notable political achievement was serving as the Minister of Transport from 1997 to 1999 under the Tony Blair administration.
Glenda Jackson will be remembered as both a talented actress and a dedicated public servant. Her contributions to the arts and politics have left a lasting impact. She will be greatly missed by her fans and colleagues alike.
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