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Barbara Barrie dies at 95

Outlets reported that actress Barbara Barrie died in Manhattan at age 95, noting her roles in Company, Breaking Away, and Barney Miller.

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At a glance

  • Barbara Barrie died in Manhattan at the age of 95.12
  • She earned an Oscar nomination for her role in the film Breaking Away.123
  • She starred in the original Broadway cast of Company and appeared on television in Barney Miller.123

Actress Barbara Barrie has died at the age of 95.123

Her death occurred at her home in Manhattan.12

Barrie earned an Academy Award nomination for her role in the film Breaking Away.123

On stage, she received a Tony Award nomination for her performance in the original Broadway production of Company.12

She also gained recognition for her work on television in Barney Miller.123

Her death was reported to The New York Times.12

Where sources agree

  • Barbara Barrie died at age 953 of 3
  • Nominated for an Oscar for Breaking Away3 of 3
  • Starred in the original Broadway production of Company3 of 3
  • Appeared on the television show Barney Miller3 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1VarietyBarbara Barrie, Oscar-Nominated Star of ‘Barney Miller’ and ‘Breaking Away,’ Dies at 95 ↗
  2. 2DeadlineBarbara Barrie Dies: Star Of Broadway And ‘Barney Miller’ Was 95 ↗
  3. 3The New York TimesBarbara Barrie, Oscar Nominee Known for Mom Roles and More, Has Died ↗

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