Carol Sutton, New Orleans Star Known For Role In 'Steel Magnolias,' Dies At 76
The actor Carol Sutton, who appeared in well more than 100 movies, plays and television shows, died Thursday in New Orleans of complications from the coronavirus. She was 76 years old. In 1974, Sutton made her television debut in "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman," then went on to feature films, starring theatrical roles and more television work. Though she refused to relocate from her hometown, she worked steadily, winning roles in movies, including "The Big Easy," "The Pelican Brief," Monster's Ball," "Ray," "Steel Magnolias," "The Help," and "Poms." Sutton was diagnosed with the vir...