Is Audrey Hepburn still alive?

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Basic Profile

• Full Name: Audrey Hepburn
• Date of Birth: May 4, 1929
• Nationality: American
• Primary Known For: Breakfast at Tiffany's, Roman Holiday
• Date of Death: January 20, 1993
• Cause of Death: Colon cancer

Latest Confirmed Status Summary

Audrey Hepburn died on January 20, 1993, at her home in Tolochenaz, Switzerland, at the age of 63. The cause of death was appendiceal cancer (a rare form of colon cancer). Known for her iconic roles in Breakfast at Tiffany's and Roman Holiday, she was one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history. Beyond her film career, she devoted her later years to humanitarian work as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. Her legacy continues to influence fashion, film, and philanthropy.

Notable Facts

• Academy Award winner for Best Actress in Roman Holiday (1954)
• EGOT winner - one of few to achieve Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards
• Starred in iconic films including Breakfast at Tiffany's, My Fair Lady, Sabrina
• Named third greatest female screen legend by the American Film Institute
• UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador (1988-1993), awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously
• Fashion icon whose style continues to influence designers today
• Survived Nazi occupation in the Netherlands during World War II

Sources

• Wikipedia: Audrey Hepburn (verified citations, checked February 7, 2026)