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Valerie Perrine, Superman and Lenny actor, dies aged 82
Perrine gained notoriety for a naked TV role and was acclaimed for her roles opposite Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman and Jeff Bridges
TL;DR
- Valerie Perrine, Oscar-nominated actress, died at 82.
- She was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2015 and her finances were exhausted.
- Perrine gained early notoriety for a naked role in a PBS play called 'Steambath'.
- She received critical acclaim for her role as Honey Bruce in 'Lenny' (1974), earning nominations for a Golden Globe and an Academy Award.
- She is also remembered for playing Lex Luthor's girlfriend in 'Superman' (1978) and its sequel.
- Her early life included experiences as a showgirl in Las Vegas and an association with Jay Sebring before his murder by the Manson Family.
- Despite regretting her role in 'Can't Stop the Music', which she felt 'ruined' her career, she continued to act in various films and television shows.