English actress Sally Ann Howes has died at the age of 91

English actress and singer Sally Ann Howes has died aged 91. The actress was famous for playing Truly Scrumptious in the classic children's film 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' and replacing Julie Andrews in 'My Fair Lady' on Broadway, The Independent reported. 

Sally – who had a stellar career spanning over six decades on stage, screen and TV – passed away on Sunday.

Born in London in 1930, her career took at the age of just 12 when she appeared in the film 'Thursday's Child' and was put under contract at Ealing Studios following glowing reviews.

Despite making her big breakthrough as a film star, Sally turned back to theatre after getting the taste for stage productions when she was at school.