‘Superman’ actress Valerie Perrin dies

Hollywood actress Valerie Perrin, who became known worldwide for her role as Lex Luthor’s lover Miss Teschmacher in Richard Donner’s classic film ‘Superman,’

has died. The Oscar-nominated star passed away at the age of 82. Filmmaker Stacey Souther confirmed the news. Valerie battled Parkinson’s disease for over 15 years.

A documentary was made in 2019 about her illness and struggles. She was diagnosed with the disease in 2015. In 2019, filmmaker Stacey Souther made a 45-minute documentary titled ‘Valerie’ about her struggle with the illness.