Jean Simmons, 1929-2010

From Film Experience comes news that Jean Simmons has died at the age of 80.  The lovely British actress was nominated for an Academy Award twice and starred in such classics as Elmer Gantry, The Robe, and Guys and Dolls.  In later years, she starred in major mini-series including North and South and The Thornbirds.  She is survived by two daughters, Kate and Tracy who she named for Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy.