Yvette Mimieux, Star of ‘The Time Machine’, Dead at 80

Yvette Mimieux was an American actress, model, and screenwriter best known for her work in movies and television from the 1950s through the early 1990s. At the time of her death, she had an estimated net worth of $50 million.

Cause of Death

She passed away peacefully at her home in Los Angeles on January 18, 2022, just days after her 80th birthday. While the exact cause of death was not publicly disclosed, it was reported that she died of natural causes.

Career in Movies and Television

Mimieux rose to fame in the early 1960s with memorable roles in movies The Time Machine (1960) and Where the Boys Are (1960). Over her decades-long career, she appeared in numerous films and television series. Her film credits include Light in the Piazza (1962), The Black Hole (1979), and Skyjacked (1972). Her final on-screen role was in 1992.

Husband and Marriages

Mimieux was married twice. Her first marriage was to legendary film director Stanley Donen, best known for “Singin’ in the Rain”, from 1972 until their divorce in 1985. She later married Howard F. Ruby, a successful businessman and co-founder of Oakwood Worldwide, a corporate housing company. The couple remained married until her passing. She never had any biological children of her own.

Playboy Appearance

In addition to her acting career, Mimieux was featured in Playboy magazine in 1974. Her pictorial was tastefully shot and showcased her elegance and beauty.