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MANILA, Philippines – Charmian Carr, known for her role as Liesl Von Trapp in the classic film The Sound of Music died on Saturday, September 17. She was 73.
According to a report from BBC News, the family said that Charmian battled dementia. The announcement was also posted on her website, run by Steve Hughes.
Kym Karath, who played Gretl Von Trapp in the movie also confirmed the news of Charmian’s death.
“It is with infinite sadness that I share the tragic news that the precious & exquisite Charmian Carr, beautiful Liesl , has passed away,” she tweeted.
It is with infinite sadness that I share the tragic news that the precious & exquisite Charmian Carr , beautiful Liesl , has passed away .
— Kym Karath (@KymKarath) September 18, 2016
She also posted a photo of her and Charmian together.
“One of Charmian’s and many happy times together . She has been like a sister throughout my life . Excruciating.”
One of Charmian’s and many happy times together . She has been like a sister throughout my life . Excruciating . pic.twitter.com/IXPok2I1e4
— Kym Karath (@KymKarath) September 18, 2016
The Sound of Music lost a beloved member of the family w/ the passing of Charmian Carr. She will be forever missed. pic.twitter.com/ehqec4uWrr
— 20th Century Fox (@20thcenturyfox) September 18, 2016
Charmian’s character is known for singing the song “Sixteen Going On Seventeen.” Watch the clip below.
Aside from playing Liesl, Charmian also appeared in the Tv movie Prime Rose. She also wrote two books entitled Forever Liesl and Letters to Liesl.
Charmian is survived by her siblings, two children, a niece, and 4 grandchildren. – Rappler.com
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