Glynis Johns, the legendary actress best known for her role as Mrs. Winifred Banks in the 1964 film ‘Mary Poppins,’ has passed away at the age of 100. Her manager, Mitch Clem, confirmed to Eyewitness News that she died on Thursday from natural causes.
Prior to her iconic role in ‘Mary Poppins,’ Johns appeared in another Disney movie, ‘The Sword and the Rose.’ She was honored as a Disney legend in 1998 and held the title of the oldest living legend until her recent passing. Additionally, she was the oldest living Oscar nominee for acting, having received a nomination for her role in 1960’s ‘The Sundowners.’
Johns also made a mark in theater, winning a Tony award for her performance in ‘A Little Night Music,’ where she famously sang the Stephen Sondheim song ‘Send in the Clowns.’
Reflecting on her career, Glynis Johns expressed her love for the role of Mrs. Winifred Banks in ‘Mary Poppins,’ stating, ‘I got applause for that. I loved doing it. I felt it.’
Throughout her decades-long career in the entertainment industry, Johns appeared in various films including ‘While You Were Sleeping’ and had roles in TV shows such as ‘Batman’ and ‘Cheers.’ Her final acting credits were in ‘While You Were Sleeping’ and ‘Superstar.’
The passing of Glynis Johns marks the end of an era in the entertainment world, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.
