Haydn Gwynne Passes Away at 66: Haydn Gwynne, acclaimed British actress known for her roles in “The Crown” and “The Windsors,” has sadly passed away at the age of 66. Recently diagnosed with cancer, she departed early Friday morning, surrounded by her loved ones.
Before achieving fame, Gwynne taught English in Italy, and her breakthrough came in the ’90s with the sitcom “Drop the Dead Donkey.” However, her most memorable roles came later in her career, including “Peak Practice,” where she portrayed Queen Camilla in “The Windsors” and lady-in-waiting Susan Hussey in “The Crown.”
Gwynne also shared the stage with Helen Mirren in the 2013 play “The Audience,” where she played Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. Mirren fondly remembered Gwynne as “a delight as a person and a consummate dedicated actress,” praising her ability to balance humor and seriousness.
Nominated for several awards throughout her career, Gwynne received Olivier Award and Tony nominations for her role in the musical “Billy Elliot.” Additional Olivier Award nominations came for her outstanding performances in “The Threepenny Opera,” “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown,” and “City of Angels.”
Despite her sudden withdrawal from the musical tribute “Stephen Sondheims Old Friends” in September due to personal circumstances, Gwynne leaves behind a legacy of talent and contributions to the world of acting.
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Gwynne resided in London with her partner, Jason Phipps, and their two sons. In addition to caring for her family, she dedicated her time to volunteering for Sightsavers International, a charity focused on preventing blindness in underdeveloped nations.