Valerie Perrine, ‘Superman’ and Oscar-Nommed ‘Lenny’ Star, Dies at 82

By Carmel Dagan

Carmel Dagan

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Valerie Perrine, who was Oscar nominated for best actress for her performance in Bob Fosse’s 1974 Lenny Bruce biopic “Lenny” and appeared prominently in Richard Donner’s “Superman” films as Lex Luthor’s girlfriend Miss Teschmacher, died Monday in Beverly Hills. She was 81.

Her friend Stacey Souther announced her death on Facebook, writing “It is with deep sadness that I share the heartbreaking news that Valerie has passed away. She faced Parkinson’s disease with incredible courage and compassion, never once complaining. She was a true inspiration who lived life to the fullest—and what a magnificent life it was. The world feels less beautiful without her in it.

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