Cynthia Harris

Cynthia Harris: Biography in Details

Who is Cynthia Harris?

Cynthia Harris was a film, television, and stage actress of American origin who passed away at the age of 87 leaving her remarkable contribution in Hollywood.

Harris was renowned for her roles in the television series Edward & Mrs. Simpson and the sitcom Mad About You.

Cynthia Harris- Age, Parents, Siblings, Ethnicity, Education

Cynthia was born on August 9, 1934, in New York City, US to a businessman family. She was a Leo zodiac and had a Caucasian ethnicity.

Her father Saul Harris, was a self-made entrepreneur. Further, she had not disclosed any information regarding her mother and siblings.

In which school did Cynthia Harris attend?

Cynthia Harris at an early age had a keen interest in the stage and thus, began studying theater at age 12. Also, she was a theater and literature graduate of Smith College in 1955.

Previously, she had joined the Adams Memorial Theatre in Williamstown, of another college within the same state. She used to perform in summer seasons from 1955 to 1959.

Later, Cynthia Harris studied acting with George Morrison and Lee Strasberg at the Actors Studio.

Cynthia Harris- Professional Life, Careers

Cynthia had made her Broadway debut in the drama Natural Affection in 1963. Next, she was featured in the Stephen Sondheim-George Furth musical, Company in 1971.

She had received her first BAFTA nomination for her performance as Wallis Simpson in Edward & Mrs. Simpson in 1978. Her critical acclaim stage credits included productions of Lost in Yonkers, The Tribute Artist, and Bedroom Farce.

Cynthia Harris co-founded The Actors Company Theatre, an Off-Broadway company in 1993, and subsequently became its co-artistic director.

Filmography

• Isadora (1968)
• Up the Sandbox (1972)
• I Could Never Have Sex with Any Man Who Has So Little Regard for My Husband (1973)
• Izzy and Moe (1987)
• Three Men and a Baby (1987)
• Law & Order (1991-1993; 1997)
• The Distinguished Gentleman (1992)
• The Geena Davis Show (2000)
• An American Daughter (2000)
• Rescue Me (2004-2007)

How much is the net worth of Cynthia Harris?

Cynthia Harris had left a net worth of $ 3 million in her nominee names after she died. She has had a handsome salary during his career days and led a beautiful, endeavoring and luxurious life.

Body Features- Height, Weight

Cynthia Harris, the veteran actress had a decent height and average body weight. She had blonde hair, a fair skin complexion, and blue eyes.

Death & Legacy

Cynthia died on October 3, 2021, at  Greenwich Village, New York, the United States at the age of 87. She had suffered from Type 1 diabetes for a long time.

The last ritual was done by partner Nathan Silverstein, her assistant Terrence Mintern, brother Dr. Matthew Harris and his wife Frances, sister-in-law Maryjane Harris (brother David predeceased her), and many nieces and nephews.

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