Glenda Jackson, the renowned actress and former British lawmaker, passed away at the age of 87. Her agent, Lionel Larner, confirmed the news, stating that she peacefully died at her London residence after a brief illness. Jackson, who had an illustrious career in both film and politics, recently finished filming “The Great Escaper” alongside Michael Caine. She was a prominent figure in British cinema during the 1960s and 70s, earning two Academy Awards for her exceptional performances in “Women in Love” and “A Touch of Class.”
Following her success in the entertainment industry, Glenda Jackson transitioned into politics and served as a Labour Party lawmaker for 23 years. She was elected to Parliament and became a transport minister in Prime Minister Tony Blair’s initial government in 1997. However, she developed differences with Blair over the 2003 invasion of Iraq, expressing her deep shame regarding the decision to participate in the U.S.-led war without United Nations authorization. Despite her political career, Jackson returned to acting after leaving Parliament in 2015, garnering critical acclaim for her portrayal of King Lear and winning a BAFTA award for her role in the film “Elizabeth is Missing,” where she portrayed a woman with Alzheimer’s trying to unravel a mystery.
Tulip Siddiq, who succeeded Glenda Jackson as the Labour lawmaker for the London constituency of Hampstead and Kilburn, expressed devastation upon hearing the news of her predecessor’s passing. Siddiq acknowledged Jackson’s multifaceted achievements, highlighting her prowess as both a formidable politician and an extraordinary actress. The loss of Glenda Jackson leaves a void in the world of entertainment and politics, and she will be greatly missed by her constituents and admirers alike.
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