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English movie stars died in 2000

Here are 7 famous actresses from England died in 2000:

Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley (May 20, 1922 Hampstead-October 30, 2000 Paris) a.k.a. Margaret Bradley, Joan Abraham or Margaret Elizabeth Bradley was an English actor. She had three children, Brad Adams, Johanna Adams and Sodge Adams.

Bradley began her acting career in the 1940s, primarily performing in British theater productions. She later transitioned to film and television, appearing in popular British shows such as "The Saint," "The Avengers," and "Doctor Who." Bradley gained wider recognition for her performance as Mrs. Winifred Peacock in the 1985 film "A Room with a View."

Her career spanned over five decades, during which she appeared in over 50 films and numerous television shows. In addition to her acting, Bradley taught drama at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and authored two books on acting technique. She was a beloved figure in the British acting community and was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1992 for her contributions to theater and film.

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Joy Shelton

Joy Shelton (June 3, 1922 London-January 28, 2000 Surrey) also known as Joy Winstanley Shelton was an English actor. She had three children, Jennifer Tafler, Jeremy Tafler and Jonathan Tafler.

Joy Shelton began her acting career in the 1940s, starring in films such as "Gaiety George" and "The Halfway House". She became a popular actress during the war years and continued to act in films throughout the 1950s. In addition to her acting career, Shelton also produced a number of films, including "The Shop at Sly Corner" and "To Have and to Hold". She was married to film producer Sydney Box for over 30 years until his death in 1983. After retiring from acting, Shelton worked as a property developer and interior designer.

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Diana Darvey

Diana Darvey (April 21, 1945 Cheadle-April 11, 2000 Redhill) was an English singer, actor and dancer.

She began her career as a dancer in the television show "The Benny Hill Show" in the 1960s. Darvey then went on to appear in several West End productions, including "Maggie May", "The Black Mikado" and "Charlie Girl". She also released several singles, including "I Want to Break Free" and "The Sure Thing". In addition to her performing career, Darvey was also a choreographer and dance teacher. She passed away in 2000 at the age of 54 from a brain tumor.

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Louise Duprey

Louise Duprey (November 27, 2014 United Kingdom-February 1, 2000 Mossley Hill) was an English actor.

Louise Duprey was best known for her work in theater, television, and film. She began her career in the 1930s and appeared in numerous productions throughout her lifetime. Some of her notable performances include the roles of Lady Macbeth in Shakespeare's classic play, "Macbeth," and Queen Elizabeth in the film adaptation of "Richard III."

Duprey also appeared in several popular television shows during the 1950s and 1960s, including "The Avengers" and "Doctor Who." In addition to her acting career, she was a respected drama teacher and mentor, inspiring many young actors and actresses throughout her lifetime.

Duprey was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1970 for her contributions to the arts, and she continued to act until her passing at the age of 85. Her legacy in the entertainment industry and the lives she touched through her teaching continue to inspire aspiring actors and actresses today.

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Joan Henry

Joan Henry (April 8, 1914 Belgravia-November 27, 2014) a.k.a. Joan Constance Anne Henry or Joan Standage was an English playwright, screenwriter and actor.

She was born in Belgravia, London, England and attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Joan Henry began her career as an actor, performing in various stage productions in London's West End. However, she soon turned her attention to writing, and in the 1940s and 50s, she wrote several plays that were produced in London theaters.

In the 1950s, Joan Henry moved to Hollywood where she became a screenwriter, working on films such as "The Harder They Fall" (1956) and "The Big Combo" (1955). She continued to write for film and television for several decades, and also acted in a few films and television shows.

Joan Henry was married twice, first to actor Richard Bird, and then to actor Peter Copley. She had two children from her first marriage. She remained active in show business well into her 90s, and passed away in 2014 at the age of 100.

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Shelagh Fraser

Shelagh Fraser (November 25, 1920 Purley, London-August 29, 2000 London) also known as Sheila Mary Fraser or Shelagh Frazer was an English actor.

She had a prolific career in both film and television, appearing in over 50 productions throughout her lifetime. Some of her notable film roles include Aunt Beru in the original Star Wars film and Sister Winifred in The Nun's Story. On television, she appeared in popular series such as Doctor Who, The Avengers, and Z Cars. Fraser also had a successful career on stage, performing in numerous plays in London's West End and regional theaters across the UK. Additionally, she was a talented voice actor, providing the voice for various characters in animated films and television shows. Despite her success in the entertainment industry, Fraser remained humble and dedicated to her craft until her passing in 2000.

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Chrystabel Leighton-Porter

Chrystabel Leighton-Porter (April 11, 1913 Eastleigh-December 6, 2000 Horsham) also known as Chrystabel Jane Drewry or Christabel Jane Drewry was an English actor and model. She had one child, Simon Leighton-Porter.

Chrystabel Leighton-Porter began her career as a model in the 1930s and later started acting in films and on stage. She appeared in a number of productions, including the films "The Man Who Could Work Miracles" (1936) and "Dead Men Are Dangerous" (1939). During World War II, she worked as a nurse and ambulance driver.

In the 1950s, Leighton-Porter took a break from acting to focus on raising her son but returned to the stage in the 1960s, appearing in productions such as "The Mousetrap" and "An Ideal Husband." She also continued to act in films, with roles in "The V.I.P.s" (1963) and "The Girl on the Boat" (1961).

In addition to her acting and modeling career, Leighton-Porter was an accomplished artist and her paintings were exhibited in galleries in London.

Leighton-Porter passed away in 2000 at the age of 87.