English movie stars died in 1997
Here are 7 famous actresses from England died in 1997:
Rosalie Crutchley
Rosalie Crutchley (January 4, 1920 London-July 28, 1997 London) otherwise known as Bun or Rosalie Sylvia Crutchley was an English actor. Her children are called Jonathan Ashmore and Catherine Ashmore.
Rosalie Crutchley studied drama at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London prior to World War II. She then made her stage debut in Manchester in the play ‘The Constant Nymph’ by Margaret Kennedy. She appeared in more than 80 films and television dramas, including multiple appearances in the popular BBC series ‘Doctor Who.’ Her filmography includes notable roles in ‘Village of the Damned’ (1960), ‘The Haunting’ (1963), and ‘Omen II: Damien’ (1978). Additionally, she acted in various stage productions throughout her career, including a production of George Bernard Shaw's play ‘The Doctor's Dilemma’ at London's National Theatre. Prior to her death in 1997, she was awarded the Order of the British Empire for her contributions to the performing arts.
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Nan Marriott-Watson
Nan Marriott-Watson (November 27, 1899 West Derby-November 27, 1997) was an English actor.
She made her stage debut in 1916 and appeared in numerous productions throughout her career, including Shakespearean plays and West End productions. Marriott-Watson also had a successful career in film and television, appearing in movies such as "The Way to the Stars" and "Tom Jones," as well as TV shows such as "Doctor Who" and "The Forsyte Saga." In addition to acting, she was a noted voice coach and taught at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art for several years.
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Adrienne Hill
Adrienne Hill (July 22, 1937 Plymouth-October 6, 1997 London) was an English actor.
Best known for her role as Katarina in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who, Hill began her acting career on stage, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and other prominent theater companies. She also appeared on several popular British television shows, including The Avengers and Z-Cars. In addition to her work as an actor, Hill was also a successful voice-over artist, lending her voice to numerous commercials and animated shows. Despite her relatively short career, Hill's talent and charm made a lasting impression on many who had the pleasure of working with her. She passed away in 1997 at the age of 60.
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Rosamund Greenwood
Rosamund Greenwood (June 12, 1907 Leeds-July 1, 1997 Malvern) a.k.a. Rosamund Mary Greenwood was an English actor.
She began her acting career at the age of sixteen, performing in various productions in Leeds. Later, she moved to London to work in West End productions. In the 1940s, she began to appear in films such as "This Happy Breed" and "Great Expectations". During the 1950s and 60s, she became a popular television actress and appeared in several TV shows.
Greenwood was known for her versatility as an actress, and she played a range of characters throughout her career. She also worked as a drama teacher and directed theater productions. Later in life, she moved to Malvern and lived there until her death at the age of 90.
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Isabelle Lucas
Isabelle Lucas (December 3, 1927 Toronto-February 24, 1997 Kingston upon Thames) a.k.a. Isabelle Harriet Lucas was an English actor and singer.
She was born to a British father and a French mother, and began performing at a young age. Lucas trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London before appearing in a variety of stage productions and British television shows throughout the 1950s and 60s. She also had a successful recording career, releasing several albums of popular music.
Lucas gained international recognition for her role in the 1965 film "The Ipcress File," which led to leading roles in movies throughout the 1960s and 70s. In addition to her acting career, she was also an advocate for animal rights and supported several animal charities. She retired from acting in the early 1990s and passed away from cancer in 1997 at the age of 69.
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Isabel Dean
Isabel Dean (May 29, 1918 Aldridge-July 27, 1997 Wandsworth) a.k.a. Isabel Hodgkinson was an English actor. She had two children, Angela Fairchild and Caroline Fairchild.
Dean began her acting career in the 1930s, and made her film debut in 1947 with a small role in the film "Take My Life". She went on to appear in several films throughout the 1950s and 1960s, including "Sapphire" and "The Day the Earth Caught Fire".
In addition to her film work, Dean also acted on stage and television. She was a regular on the BBC series "Compact" from 1962 to 1965, and also appeared in "The Wednesday Play" and "Z Cars".
Dean was known for her distinctive voice, which led to her being cast in several radio dramas throughout her career. She also provided the voiceover for several commercials and documentaries.
Outside of her acting work, Dean was actively involved in politics and was a member of the Labour Party. She supported several causes, including nuclear disarmament and animal rights.
Dean continued to act well into her 70s, with her final film appearance coming in 1992's "The Bridge". She passed away in 1997 at the age of 79.
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Eve Lister
Eve Lister (December 12, 1913 Brighton-January 31, 1997 London) a.k.a. Phyllis Eve Lister was an English actor.
She began her acting career in the 1930s and was known for her stage performances, film roles, and television appearances. Lister appeared in films such as "The Saint in London" (1939), "Hamlet" (1948), and "The Truth About Women" (1957). She also appeared on television in shows such as "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1955), "The Avengers" (1962) and "Z Cars" (1962). Lister was a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company and performed in many of their productions throughout the 1970s. In addition to her acting career, Lister was also a keen gardener and wrote a series of gardening articles for magazines.
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