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Swedish Star May Britt Dies at 91
19 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Actress May Britt, known for films like 'The Blue Angel', passed away.
- She faced significant backlash for her 1960 interracial marriage to Sammy Davis Jr.
- Britt starred alongside Hollywood legends like Audrey Hepburn and Henry Fonda.
Swedish actress May Britt, celebrated for her roles in "The Blue Angel" and "War and Peace," passed away on December 11th at the age of 91 due to natural causes. Born in Switzerland, Britt began her film career internationally before achieving Hollywood stardom in the late 1950s.
Britt's marriage to "Rat Pack" member Sammy Davis Jr. in June 1960 sparked significant controversy. The couple endured intense backlash and societal opposition to their interracial union, which was illegal in many U.S. states at the time. Their wedding was reportedly postponed at the request of Frank Sinatra, who feared repercussions from a presidential campaign.
Her notable film credits include "Murder, Inc.," "War and Peace" alongside Audrey Hepburn, and "The Hunters" with Robert Mitchum. Britt is survived by her sons, Mark and Jeff, and grandchildren, as her daughter Tracey Davis passed away in 2020.
