Actress Gena Rowlands Dies at 94

Legendary actress Gena Rowlands passed away at her home in Indian Wells on August 14, 2024, at the age of 94, after battling Alzheimer’s disease for several years. Known for her powerful performances in films like 'A Woman Under the Influence' and 'The Notebook,' Rowlands was twice nominated for an Oscar and received an honorary Academy Award in 2015. She frequently collaborated with her late husband, director John Cassavetes, and later with her son, Nick Cassavetes. Rowlands's contributions to Hollywood spanned six decades, earning her three Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globes. Her death was confirmed by her son Nick's agent, and she was surrounded by family at the time of her passing.