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Renowned actor Josephine Chaplin, the daughter of the iconic comedian Charlie Chaplin, has left us at the age of 74. The news of her passing was reported by Variety, a prominent US-based media outlet. Born on March 28, 1949, in Santa Monica, California, Josephine was the third child of Charlie Chaplin and Oona O'Neill. Her illustrious acting career began at a tender age when she appeared in her father's acclaimed film "Limelight" in 1952. Survived by her three sons, Charlie, Arthur, and Julien Ronet, as well as her siblings Michael, Geraldine, Victoria, Jane, Annette, Eugene, and Christopher, Josephine's presence in the world of cinema will be deeply missed.
Throughout her distinguished career, Josephine starred in several notable films, such as Pier Paolo Pasolini's award-winning "The Canterbury Tales" and Richard Balducci's "L'odeur des fauves" in 1972. She also graced the screen alongside Laurence Harvey in Menahem Golan's 1972 drama "Escape to the Sun," portraying the gripping story of individuals attempting to escape the Soviet Union. In 1984, she featured in the Canadian drama "The Bay Boy," a film that marked the inception of Kiefer Sutherland's acting journey. Notably, Josephine's exceptional talent shone as she portrayed Hadley Richardson opposite Stacy Keach as Ernest Hemingway in the 1988 television mini-series "Hemingway," as reported by Variety.
Born on March 28, 1949, in Santa Monica, California, Josephine Hannah Chaplin left a lasting legacy in the world of cinema with her remarkable performances. She passed away on July 13, 2023, at the age of 74 in Paris, France. Josephine was a gifted actress, a devoted mother of three, and her partnership with Maurice Ronet remains a cherished memory. She was previously married to Nicholas Sistovaris, and later to Jean-Claude Gardin until his passing in 2013.
Image source: Foto Team - Italian newspaper La Stampa, N. 219, p.8
The Chaplin family mourns the loss of their beloved Josephine, and her contributions to the cinematic world will be fondly remembered and admired. May she rest in peace.
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