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Peggy Ashcroft

Peggy Ashcroft (1907–1991) was a British actress.

Also recorded as Edith Margaret Emily Ashcroft; Dame Edith Margaret Emily Ashcroft; Dame Peggy Ashcroft; Dame Peggy (Edith Margaret Emily) Ashcroft.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Edith Margaret Emily Ashcroft.

Born at Surrey in 1907, died at London in 1991.

In detail

Peggy Ashcroft studied at Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is film acting and acting.

Distinctions recorded are King's Medal of Merit in Gold, Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Laurence Olivier Award for Actress of the Year in a New Play and British Academy Television Award for Best Actress.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Peggy Ashcroft”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q230832: Peggy Ashcroft

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