Published 17:12 19 Jan 2025 GMT

Actor Mark Rylance issues heartfelt statement after wife Claire van Kampen dies on his birthday

The playwright, composer and theater director passed away on Saturday following a battle with cancer

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Actor Mark Rylance issues heartfelt statement after wife Claire van Kampen dies on his birthday

The playwright, composer and theater director passed away on Saturday following a battle with cancer

Actor Mark Rylance issues heartfelt statement after wife Claire van Kampen dies on his birthday

The playwright, composer and theater director passed away on Saturday following a battle with cancer

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