Obituary of Oliver Reed

Oliver Reed

Oliver Reed (born February 13th, 1938 in Wimbledon, England) was a Film Actor who was best known for playing Bill Sikes in the movie that won Best Picture Oscar winner, "Oliver!" . Oliver died on May 2nd, 1999 and reportedly, his death was due to a heart attack after an especially drunken evening out. He was 61 years old when he passed.

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Oliver Reed Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Reed, Oliver
Common Name: Oliver Reed
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Wimbledon, England
Birth Date: February 13, 1938
Age: 61 (at death)
Also Known As: Rob Reed
Occupation: Film Actor

Nationality: British
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
Favorite Actor: Jack Nicholson

Oliver's Family Tree

Birth Name: Robert Oliver Reed
Father: Peter Reed
Mother: Marcia Reed (née Napier-Andrews)
Spouse/Partner:

Kate Byrne (married 1959-divorced 1969)
Josephine Burge (married 1985-1999, his death)

Son(s):

Mark Reed

Daughter(s):

Sarah Reed

Death Notice:

Date: May 02 1999 at age 61
Place: Valletta, Malta
Cause of Death: Heart attack
Interment: buried Bruhenny Graveyard, Churchtown, County Cork, Ireland

Category Tags:

Film Actor British Born on February 13th Born in 1938 Died in 1999 Died at age 61 Died from Heart attack

Quotable Quotes:

"Oliver Reed lived a wild and unpredictable life, full of memorable performances and notorious antics, making him a beloved and legendary figure in the entertainment industry. His untimely passing left a void in the hearts of his fans, but his legacy and impact will continue to be celebrated for years to come. (V)"

"Oliver Reed's professional life was marked by his dynamic and often controversial performances, earning him a reputation as one of the most talented actors of his time. Unfortunately, his life was cut short after suffering a fatal heart attack while on a break from filming. (V)"

Is Mr. Oliver Reed still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.