Mark Rylance is mourning his wife. What should have been a day of celebration for the Bridge of Spies star sadly turned into one of grief after his wife of 36 years Claire Van Kampen passed away on Saturday.
Mark announced the news through People alongside Claire’s daughter Juliet, confirming the prolific English theatre director died on Saturday at 71 years old — the same day Mark celebrated his 65th birthday.
That’s so heartbreaking… Related: Love Island Star Dead At 46 — Just Months After Vaping Sent Him To Hospital According to the Ready Player One star and Juliet, Claire passed in Kassel, Germany while “surrounded by family.” They told the outlet: She had apparently been diagnosed with cancer prior to her demise: She was described by the family as “one of the funniest and inspiring women we have ever known.” They added: So, so sad.
Our hearts are with the Bones and All star and all Claire’s loved ones. Rest in peace. [Images via Nicky Nelson/WENN] The post Mark Rylance’s Wife Claire Van Kampen Sadly Dies On Actor’s 65th Birthday appeared first on Perez Hilton.
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