Canadian actresses who were born in 1930
Here are 8 famous actresses from Canada were born in 1930:
Maureen Forrester
Maureen Forrester (July 25, 1930 Montreal-June 16, 2010 Toronto) also known as Maureen Kathleen Stewart Forrester, Big Mo or Maureen Kathleen Stewart Forrester, CC OQ was a Canadian actor, voice actor and opera singer. She had five children, Daniel Kash, Linda Kash, Gina Kash, Susan Kash and Paula Kash.
Forrester was known for her contralto voice and performed in opera houses all over the world, including the Metropolitan Opera in New York City and the Covent Garden in London. In 1971, she became the first Canadian opera singer to sing the lead role at the Metropolitan Opera. She also performed with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra and was a regular performer at the Stratford Festival. Forrester received many awards throughout her career, including the Order of Canada and the Order of Quebec. She was also inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1986. In addition to her successful career in music, Forrester was also an advocate for causes such as the fight against poverty and hunger.
Monique Mercure
Monique Mercure (November 14, 1930 Montreal-) otherwise known as Monique Émond or Monique Mercure, CC is a Canadian actor. She has three children, Michèle Mercure, Christian Mercure and Daniel Mercure.
Monique Mercure began her acting career in 1953, while studying at the School of Fine Arts in Montreal. She quickly gained recognition for her work in the theatre before transitioning to film and television. Mercure's notable performances include her role in the film "Mon Oncle Antoine," which won the Cannes Film Festival Special Jury Prize in 1971. In 1980, she won a Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role for her role in the film "Les Bons Débarras." Mercure was appointed as a Companion of the Order of Canada in 1995 for her contributions to Canadian theatre and film industry. She continues to work in the entertainment industry and has been recognized for her contributions with numerous awards, including a Governor General's Performing Arts Award in 2004.
Kate Reid
Kate Reid (November 4, 1930 London-March 27, 1993 Stratford) a.k.a. Kate Daphne Reid, Daphne Katherine Reid, Daphne Kate Reid or Kate Ried was a Canadian actor. Her child is called Rupert Reid.
Kate Reid was known for her work on stage, screen and television, both in Canada and internationally. She began her acting career in the UK, and later moved to Canada where she became a founding member of the Stratford Festival. She starred in numerous productions at the festival, including "A Streetcar Named Desire" and "The Glass Menagerie".
In addition to her stage work, Reid appeared in several films, including "Atlantic City" and "A Delicate Balance", for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. On television, she had roles in popular shows such as "Dallas" and "Murder, She Wrote".
Reid was known for speaking out on social and political issues, and was a strong advocate for women's rights. She was also openly gay, and served as a role model for other LGBTQ+ actors. Kate Reid passed away in 1993, at the age of 62, due to complications from breast cancer treatment.
Ruby Holbrook
Ruby Holbrook (August 28, 1930 St. John's-) also known as Ruby Elaine Johnson is a Canadian actor. She has two children, Victoria Holbrook and David Holbrook.
Ruby Holbrook began her acting career in the late 1950s with appearances on various Canadian TV shows, including "The Forest Rangers" and "The Wayne and Shuster Show." She later starred in the Canadian TV series "Street Legal" and the feature film "The Adventure of Faustus Bidgood."
In addition to her acting work, Holbrook is also a renowned acting coach, who has trained many of Canada's finest actors, including Kenneth Welsh, Gordon Pinsent, and Kiefer Sutherland.
Holbrook has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the arts, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television, and the Order of Canada, which is considered one of Canada's highest honors.
Patricia Moffatt
Patricia Moffatt (December 14, 1930 Winnipeg-June 11, 2012 Toronto) also known as Pat Moffatt was a Canadian actor.
She started her acting career in the early 1950s with a role as a television broadcaster in the CBC drama series "General Motors Presents". After that, she appeared in various theatre productions, television shows, and films, including the movies "Gypsy Colt" (1954) and "The Reluctant Debutante" (1958).
Moffatt also had a successful career as a voice-over artist, lending her voice to many TV commercials and animated series, including "The Raccoons" and "The Care Bears." She was also known for her work as a drama coach and consultant, helping actors develop their skills and prepare for auditions.
Throughout her career, Moffatt won multiple awards and nominations, including a Gemini Award for her performance in the TV series "Street Legal." She was inducted into the Canadian Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 1996.
Moffatt continued to work in the entertainment industry until her death in 2012 at the age of 81.
Jean MacRae
Jean MacRae (March 24, 1930 Montreal-) is a Canadian actor.
She graduated from the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City, and went on to work in theatre, film, and television. MacRae's notable film credits include "The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz" (1974), "Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang" (1978), and "The Bay Boy" (1984). On television, she has appeared in episodes of "Street Legal", "The Littlest Hobo", and "Traders". MacRae was also a founding member of the Stratford Festival in Ontario, Canada, and performed in numerous productions there throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
Shirley Barclay
Shirley Barclay (May 29, 1930 Bell Island-April 12, 2011 Vancouver) a.k.a. Shirley Mason Rose was a Canadian actor.
She started her career in the 1950s doing stage plays before branching out to film and television. She appeared in a number of Canadian and American productions, including the TV series "Danger Bay" and the film "The Grey Fox." One of her most notable performances was in the 1992 film "The Adjuster," where she played the role of a retired opera singer. In addition to her acting career, Barclay was also an accomplished singer and performed in various musical productions throughout her career. She passed away in 2011 at the age of 80.
Doris Chillcott
Doris Chillcott (December 29, 1930 Vancouver-November 19, 2006 Vancouver) was a Canadian actor.
She began her acting career in the 1950s, appearing in numerous TV shows and films throughout her career. Chillcott was best known for her roles in the TV series "The Beachcombers" and the film "My American Cousin", for which she received a Genie Award nomination. In addition to her acting work, she was also a drama teacher and mentor to many young actors in Vancouver. Chillcott was a beloved figure in the Canadian entertainment industry and is remembered for her talent, generosity, and kind heart.