Sondra Lee, Broadway star of Hello, Dolly! and Peter Pan, dies aged 97

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Owen MyersFebruary 25, 2026 at 07:48 PM

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Sondra Lee, the Broadway and film actress best known for her roles in *Peter Pan* and *Hello, Dolly!*, died on Monday at the age of 97. Lee began her career in the 1940s and gained fame as Tiger Lily in the 1955 televised production of *Peter Pan*. She originated the role of Minnie Fay in the 1964 Broadway production of *Hello, Dolly!*. Born in New Jersey in 1928, Lee also worked with Federico Fellini and toured Europe with Roland Petit's ballet company. In her later years, she became a coach for performers, including Marlon Brando and Dustin Hoffman.

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