Die irische Schauspielerin Brenda Fricker ist gestorben. Dem deutschen Publikum war sie vor allem als sympathische Tauben-Lady in „Kevin – Allein in New York“ bekannt.

The first Irish actress to win an Oscar, Brenda Fricker, who starred in Home Alone 2 and My Left Foot, has died aged 81, her agent has confirmed today.

The actress is remembered for roles including My Left Foot and Home Alone 2: Lost In New York.