Did you know that the actors were just teens at the time of the filming for «Romeo and Juliet»? 🧐🤫 The adaptation of the Shakespearean novel was released in 1️⃣9️⃣6️⃣8️⃣, so the film stars became all-mature people! 😮🫵 Every time the fans see their last pics, they say the same thing – «They aged so beautifully!» 😍👏 I will share them in this article! 👇
Back then, the time this successful adaptation of the Shakespearan novel came out, it immediately caused a furor captivating millions of viewers worldwide. Romeo and Juliet were portrayed by talented and outstanding actors L. Whiteley and O. Hussey who could bring their characters into life. Around 60 years have passed and to say that they didn’t remain the same is nothing to say.
All these years took their toll on everyone, including celebrities and show business stars, so our heroes were no exception. They became senior pensioners in their 70s and it is their iconic roles as Romeo and Juliet that still keep their contribution to the film industry enormous.
Olivia Hussey who was also known from «It» and «Psycho IV: The Beginning», passed away peacefully in December 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. What concerned Leonard, he and his wife live a quiet life in Steele’s Village in Havenstock, north London.
