Barbara Rush, the talented actress known for her role in the classic sci-fi film "It Came From Outer Space," has passed away at the age of 97. Throughout her career, Rush captivated audiences with her grace, beauty, and undeniable talent on screen. Her performance in "It Came From Outer Space" solidified her status as a Hollywood icon and cemented her place in cinematic history.
Rush's ability to bring depth and emotion to her characters made her a standout performer in both film and television. Her work spanned decades, earning her numerous accolades and awards along the way. Despite her success, Rush remained humble and dedicated to her craft until the very end.
Barbara Rush, the supremely poised actress who rose to fame with supporting roles in 1950s films like “Magnificent Obsession” and “The Young Lions,” died on Sunday at her home in Westlake Village, Calif., in Los Angeles County. She was 97.
The death, in a senior care facility, was confirmed by her daughter, Claudia Cowan.
Rush went on to appear in a wide range of films. She starred opposite Rock Hudson in “Captain Lightfoot” and in Douglas Sirk’s acclaimed remake of “Magnificent Obsession,” Audie Murphy in “World in My Corner” and Richard Carlson in the 3-D science-fiction classic “It Came From Outer Space,” for which she received a Golden Globe for most promising newcomer.
Other film credits included the Nicholas Ray classic “Bigger Than Life”; “The Young Lions,” with Marlon Brando, Dean Martin and Montgomery Clift and “The Young Philadelphians” with Newman. She made two films with Sinatra, “Come Blow Your Horn” and the Rat Pack spoof “Robin and the Seven Hoods,” which also featured Martin and Sammy Davis Jr.
Rush rose to fame with 1951's "It Came from Outer Space," for which she won a Golden Globe for most promising female newcomer.
Her other film credits include "Magnificent Obsession" (1954), "The Young Philadelphians" (1959) and "Come Blow Your Horn" (1963). She starred alongside actors such as Paul Newman, Dean Martin, Rock Hudson and Frank Sinatra.
Later in her career she starred in 60s soap opera "Peyton Place" and had a recurring role on "7th Heaven."
Her passing marks the end of an era in Hollywood, but Barbara Rush's legacy will live on through the timeless performances she left behind. She will be remembered as a true pioneer in the entertainment industry who paved the way for future generations of actors to come. Rest in peace, Barbara Rush.
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