Irma P. Hall, 'Soul Food' and 'The Ladykillers' actor who found fame at 60, dies at 91
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Key Points:
- Irma P. Hall, a veteran actor known for her roles in "Soul Food" and "The Ladykillers," died Tuesday in Dallas at the age of 91; no cause of death was provided.
- Hall gained fame later in life, with a major film breakthrough at age 60 in "A Family Thing," after decades as a teacher and stage performer.
- She won an NAACP Image Award for her role as Big Mama in "Soul Food" and received a Cannes Jury Prize for her performance in "The Ladykillers."
- Hall's career spanned theater, television, and film, including notable appearances in "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," "Beloved," and "Patch Adams."
- Beyond acting, she was deeply involved in her Dallas community as a church member, educator, and mentor to young artists.
