Alberta Watson

Canadian actress Alberta Watson was born in Toronto, Ontario, on March 6, 1955. She began her acting career in 1978 at around 23 years old, and over the next 34 years she built a diverse body of work. She retired in 2012. Watson was known for her slim build, brown hair, and brown eyes. She passed away on March 21, 2015, at the age of 60. Her career spanned dramatic and independent films, as well as television. She was a steady presence on screen, often playing complex characters. Her work earned her recognition but she also appeared in mainstream projects. Her Canadian roots remained a part of her identity throughout her life.