English movie stars born in 1933
Here are 5 famous actresses from England were born in 1933:
Sheila Hancock
Sheila Hancock (February 22, 1933 Blackgang-) a.k.a. Sheila Cameron Hancock, Sheila Cameron Hancock, CBE or Sheila Hancock, CBE is an English actor, writer, theatre director, film director and voice actor. She has two children, Joanna Thaw and Melanie Thaw.
Hancock started her acting career in the 1950s and became a familiar face on British television in the 1960s. She appeared in shows such as "The Avengers" and "Doctor Who", and later in the hit series "EastEnders". She also acted in several films, such as "The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas" and "Emma".
In addition to acting, Hancock has directed various theatre productions, including the West End revival of "Sweeney Todd" and "The Birthday Party". She has also written several books, including her autobiography "The Two of Us", which chronicles her life with her late husband, actor John Thaw. In 2020, she was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BAFTA TV Awards for her contributions to television and film over the years.
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Barbara Knox
Barbara Knox (September 30, 1933 Oldham-) also known as Barbara Brothwood or barbara_knox is an English actor. She has one child, Maxine Ashcroft.
Barbara Knox is best known for portraying the role of the matriarchal character of Rita Tanner in the long-running British soap opera, Coronation Street. Knox has been a part of the show for over five decades, making her one of the longest-serving actors in the history of television.
Knox started her career as a stage actor and made her film debut in the 1956 Allan Dwan-directed movie, "A Tale of Two Cities". In 1964, she had a brief stint on Coronation Street before returning to the show in 1972 as Rita. She has received several awards for her portrayal of the character, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2004 British Soap Awards.
Aside from her acting career, Knox has been a staunch supporter of several charities, including Marie Curie Cancer Care and the British Heart Foundation. She was also appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2010 Birthday Honours for services to drama.
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Anthea Askey
Anthea Askey (March 2, 1933 Golders Green-February 28, 1999 Worthing) also known as Anthea Shirley Askey was an English actor.
Anthea Askey was the daughter of the famous comedian Arthur Askey and was introduced to the entertainment industry at a young age. She trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and appeared in various television shows, including the popular British soap opera "Compact" in the 1960s. Askey also had roles in films such as "The Love Match" (1955) and "Eyewitness" (1956). In addition to her acting career, Askey was also an accomplished singer, having recorded several singles and appearing on popular music shows of the time. Askey retired from acting in the 1970s but remained active in the entertainment industry, and tragically passed away at the age of 65 from a brain tumor.
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Mary Miller
Mary Miller (December 27, 1933 Norfolk-) also known as Mary Elizabeth Miller is an English actor.
She began her career in the late 1950s and is best known for her roles in British television dramas such as "Z-Cars" and "The Bill". Miller has also had small roles in several films including "The Krays" and "The Railway Children". In addition to her acting career, Miller was also a member of the Women's Royal Naval Service in the 1950s. She retired from acting in the mid-1990s and currently resides in Norfolk, England.
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Pat Keen
Pat Keen (October 21, 1933 Willesden-March 1, 2013 Ipswich) a.k.a. Patricia Margaret Keen or Patricia Margaret "Pat" Keen was an English actor.
She was born in Willesden, North London and trained at Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Keen acted both on stage and screen throughout her career. Some of her notable stage performances include roles in plays such as "The Importance of Being Earnest," "Hay Fever," and "The Lady's Not for Burning." On screen, she appeared in TV shows such as "Z-Cars," "The Bill," and "Doctors," and films such as "The Wrong Box" and "International Velvet." Keen was also a popular voice artist and lent her voice to various radio shows, including "The Archers" and "Doctor Who." She passed away at the age of 79 in Ipswich, Suffolk.
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