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actress

[ak-tris] / ˈæk trɪs /
NOUN
woman actor
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The original Blind Date launched on ITV in 1985 and was a staple of Saturday night TV for nearly 20 years, with well-liked Liverpudlian singer and actress Black its host.

From BBC Aug. 26, 2026

The family did not give a cause of death, but the singer-songwriter -- also an actress, philanthropist and powerful businesswoman -- had spoken about her recent ill health.

From Barron's Aug. 25, 2026

Underestimated initially as a country singer, TV personality and actress, Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at age 80, defied expectations throughout her seven-decade career.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 25, 2026

While the two leads are played by Game of Thrones and Rose of Nevada actor Francis Magee, and Norwegian actress Christiane Schaldemose, the rest of the cast was found locally.

From BBC Aug. 23, 2026

The actress turned and pushed through the door.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

Stage and screen star Phyllida Law, the mother of fellow actresses Dame Emma and Sophie Thompson, has died at the age of 94.

From BBC Aug. 18, 2026

One of Wales' most celebrated actresses, Dame Siân Phillips, is stepping back from full-scale stage acting after experiencing memory issues during rehearsals.

From BBC Aug. 8, 2026

It’s not just these retired actresses who are waiting in the wings but death itself.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 28, 2026

"I always sort of go back to classic actresses in the way that they could sort of toe a line between extreme femininity and just rock hard will and grit," she said.

From Barron's Jun. 3, 2026

I know the names of the actors and actresses of all the shows, what time each program comes on, which channel, and which shows are repeats.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper




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