Yvonne Furneaux, the acclaimed actress known for her roles in iconic films of the 1950s and 1960s, has passed away at the age of 98. Her son, Nicholas Natteau, confirmed her death, stating that she passed away on July 5 at her home in New Hampshire due to complications from a stroke.
Born Elisabeth Yvonne Scatcherd to British parents in France on May 11, 1926, Furneaux later moved to England where she pursued her education at St. Hilda’s College and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1951. She adopted her mother’s maiden name as her stage name and began her acting career in the early 1950s.
Throughout her illustrious career, Furneaux starred in a variety of films from different countries, including Italian, French, German, and Spanish productions. She gained recognition for her roles in films such as Michelangelo Antonioni’s 'Le Amiche' in 1955, 'The Mummy' in 1959, Federico Fellini’s 'La Dolce Vita' in 1960, and Roman Polanski’s 'Repulsion' in 1965.
Aside from her notable film roles, Furneaux also appeared in a 1965 episode of the British TV series 'Danger Man' and continued acting until her retirement after her last credited role in 1984’s 'Frankenstein's Great Aunt Tillie.' She lived in Switzerland before eventually settling in the United States.
Furneaux was married to French cinematographer Jacques Natteau, whom she met on the set of 'The Story of The Count of Monte Cristo' in 1961. They remained together until his passing in 2007. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law.
