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Peggy Ashcroft
Acting
Born: December 22, 1907
Croydon, Surrey, England, UK
Biography
Dame Edith Margaret Emily Ashcroft, DBE, (22 December 1907 - 14 June 1991) known professionally as Peggy Ashcroft, was an English actress whose career spanned more than sixty years. Born to a comfortable middle-class family, Ashcroft was determined from an early age to become an actress, despite parental opposition.
Known For
The 39 Steps
as The Crofter's Wife Margaret
The Nun's Story
as Mother Mathilde
When the Wind Blows
as Hilda Bloggs (voice)
A Passage to India
as Mrs. Moore
Sunday Bloody Sunday
as Mrs. Greville
Joseph Andrews
as Lady Tattle
The Wars of the Roses
as Queen Margaret
Secret Ceremony
as Hannah
Edward & Mrs. Simpson
as Queen Mary
