Ann Blyth, Oscar-Nominated Actress from 'Mildred Pierce,' Dies at 98
Originally published Jun 26, 2026
By Glenn Garner · Deadline
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Key points
- Ann Blyth, known for her role in 'Mildred Pierce,' has died at 98.
- She was an Academy Award nominee and a prominent actress of Hollywood's Golden Age.
- Blyth passed away peacefully of natural causes, as reported by KABC's George Pennacchio.
- Her death occurred two months before her 99th birthday.
- She made her breakthrough in 1945 and was celebrated for her work in classic cinema.
Ann Blyth, the Oscar-nominated actress known for her role in the 1945 film 'Mildred Pierce,' has passed away at the age of 98. She died peacefully of natural causes, according to a report by KABC's George Pennacchio. Her death occurred just two months before what would have been her 99th birthday. Blyth was a prominent figure of Hollywood's Golden Age, having made her breakthrough in the 1940s. Her career spanned several decades, and she was recognized for her contributions to classic cinema.
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