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Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94

Actress Phyllida Law, mother of Emma and Sophie Thompson, dies at 94
BBC UK Tuesday 18 August 2026, 16:10 UTC 1 min read
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Law appeared in films alongside both of her daughters, Dame Emma and Sophie, including 1996's Emma.

Law appeared in films alongside both of her daughters, Dame Emma and Sophie, including 1996's Emma.
Phyllida Law (PERSON) Emma (PERSON) Sophie Thompson (PERSON) Dame Emma (PERSON) Sophie (PERSON)
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