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Laurie Bird
Also known as Lauri Bird
Biography
About Laurie Bird
Laurie Bird died on Friday 15th of June 1979, at just 25 years old. Born Saturday 26th of September 1953 in Glen Cove, New York, United States. She was an American actress and photographer of Caucasian ethnicity. Her career in the 1970s was brief, yet marked by three film appearances, two of which were directed by Monte Hellman. She was romantically involved with Hellman, as well as with Art Garfunkel. Laurie committed suicide in Garfunkel's apartment, taking an overdose of Valium. She was slim, straight, and left behind a small but notable body of work.
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Personal
- Died
- Friday 15th of June 1979 (age 25)
- Birthplace
- Glen Cove, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Frequently asked
How did Laurie Bird's personal life intersect with her professional career?
Laurie Bird was romantically involved with director Monte Hellman, who directed two of her three films, and also with musician Art Garfunkel.
What was the circumstance of Laurie Bird's death?
She died by suicide in Art Garfunkel's apartment, due to an overdose of Valium, at the age of 25.
Did you know
- Laurie Bird's two Monte Hellman-directed films made up the majority of her short acting filmography.
- Her life ended at 25, shortly before her 26th birthday.
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