The entertainment world is in mourning following the death of May Britt, the Swedish actress and former wife of iconic performer Sammy Davis Jr. She was 91 years old.
Son Confirms Peaceful Passing
The sad news was confirmed by her son, Mark Davis, who issued a statement to the Hollywood Reporter. He revealed that his mother died of natural causes on December 11. Her passing occurred at the Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana medical centre in Los Angeles.
Mark Davis is the son of May Britt and Sammy Davis Jr, whose high-profile and controversial interracial marriage in 1960 made global headlines. The couple divorced in 1968 after having three children together.
A Life in the Spotlight
Born in Sweden in 1934, May Britt found fame as an actress in European cinema during the 1950s before moving to Hollywood. Her career included roles in films such as The Blue Angel and Murder, Inc.
However, she became most widely known for her marriage to the legendary Sammy Davis Jr, a core member of the famous "Rat Pack." Their union, at a time of significant racial tension in America, was a landmark moment in celebrity and social history.
A Lasting Legacy
While her acting career slowed after her marriage, May Britt remained a figure of fascination and a part of Hollywood lore. Her life story intersects with a pivotal era of change in American culture.
The confirmation from her son Mark brings a private close to a very public life. The family has not yet announced details of any memorial service. Tributes from fans and those remembering her unique place in entertainment history are expected to follow.
