Hollywood icon Samantha Eggar has passed away at the age of 86, with heartfelt tributes flooding in from fans and colleagues around the world.
According to TMZ, the Oscar-nominated actress died on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in Los Angeles, after a lengthy illness, though the exact cause has not been disclosed.
Eggar is survived by her daughter, actress Jenna Stern, and her son, Nicolas Stern, a film producer recognized for his work on Friends With Benefits, Creed, and Snowfall.
The British-born actress gained international fame in the 1960s, notably for her standout performance in The Collector (1965), where she starred alongside Terence Stamp, a role that earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
A Life and Career Remembered
Born on March 5, 1939, in Hampstead, London, Samantha Eggar’s talent shone early. Her performance in The Collector earned her the Best Actress Award at the 1965 Cannes Film Festival and a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer the same year.
Eggar married fellow actor Tom Stern in 1964, and their union produced two children, Nicolas and Jenna. The couple divorced in 1971 after seven years together but remained dedicated co-parents.
Her death marks the end of a remarkable career spanning decades, leaving behind a legacy of elegance, versatility, and timeless performances that continue to inspire generations.