Obituary of Shelley Winters

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Shelley Winters

Shelley Winters (born August 20, 1920 in St. Louis, Missouri) was a film actress who was best known for her roles in the films, "The Diary of Anne Frank" (1959) and "A Patch of Blue" made in 1965. Shelley died on January 14, 2006 and her death was because of a heart attack. She passed away at age 85.

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Shelley Winters Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Winters, Shelley
    • Common Name: Shelley Winters
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, United States
    • Birth Date: August 18, 1920
    • Age: 85 (at death)
    • Occupation: Film Actress
    • Political Affiliation: Democratic
    • Net Worth: $10 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Omaha Steaks
    • Favorite Color: Crimson
    • Favorite Scent: Acqua di Parma Essenza
    • Favorite Actor: Daniel Day-Lewis

    Shelley's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Shirley Schrift
    • Father: Jonas Schrift
    • Mother: Rose Schrift (née Winter)
    • Sister(s):
      • Blanche Schrift
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Mack Paul Mayer (married 1942-divorced 1948)
      • Vittorio Gassman (married 1952-divorced 1954)
      • Anthony Franciosa (married 1957-divorced 1960)
      • Gerry DeFord (married 2006-2006, her death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Vittoria Gassman

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 14 2006 at age 85
  • Place: Beverly Hills, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart attack
  • Interment: Buried at Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery in Culver City, California

Category Tags:

Film ActressAmerican Born on August 18th Born in 1920 Born in Missouri Died in 2006 Died at age 85 Died from Heart attack

Shelley's Notable Roles:

  • The Diary of Anne Frank
  • A Patch of Blue

Quotable Quotes:

"In Hollywood, all the marriages are happy. It's trying to live together afterwards that causes all the problems." (IMDB)

"Shelley Winters lived a dynamic and impactful life, leaving a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry as one of the most versatile actresses of her time. Her passion for her craft and fearless attitude towards challenging roles will always be remembered. She may have left this world, but her fiery spirit and talent will continue to inspire and captivate audiences for generations to come. (V)"

"Shelley Winters was a renowned actress known for her impactful performances on stage and screen, but ultimately passed away after a long and successful career in the entertainment industry. (V)"

Is Ms. Shelley Winters still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-04 08:43:09
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