Helena Modjeska

Helena Modrzejewska (; born Jadwiga Benda, (12 October 1840 – 8 April 1909), known professionally as Helena Modjeska, was a Polish actress. She was known for performing many Shakespearean plays. Modjeska was born in Kraków, Poland. 
Modjeska died on 8 April 1909 in Newport Beach, California from Bright's disease at the age of 68.