India, July 17 -- Oscar-winning Irish actress Brenda Fricker, best known for her unforgettable performances in My Left Foot and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, has died at the age of 81. Her agent, Phil Belfield, confirmed that the veteran actor passed away peacefully in Dublin on Thursday following a period of ill health.

During her career spanning more than six decades across film, television and theatre, she is one of Ireland's most celebrated performers. Here's everything to know about her life, career, family and health struggles.

Who Was Brenda Fricker?

Born on February 17, 1945, in Dublin, Ireland, Brenda Fricker never initially planned to become an actress. She worked as an assistant to the art editor at The Irish Times and hop...