Description:
(Nurse)
Marie Louise Habets was a Belgian nurse and former religious sister known for her dedicated service in the healthcare field. Her life inspired the fictional character Sister Luke (Gabrielle van der Mal) in the bestselling book The Nun's Story by Kathryn Hulme. Through her work, she exemplified compassion, dedication, and commitment to her patients and community. Her story was brought to life on screen by the talented actress Audrey Hepburn in the acclaimed film adaptation, further shining a light on the impactful work of healthcare professionals like Habets.
Born In
Pittem, Belgium
Died on
April 30, 1986