The actress died when she was 73 years old. Learn more about her career and why she filed a lawsuit against Paramount Pictures for  ‘Romeo & Juliet.’

The actress also appeared in "Death on the Nile," "It," and "Boy Meets World." Olivia Hussey Eisley, best known for her lead performances in 1968's Romeo and Juliet and 1974's Black Christmas, has died at age 73.

Romeo & Juliet actress Olivia Hussey has died at the age of 73. "It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Olivia Hussey Eisley, who went peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on December 27th,