Anne Kirkbride was a British actress who is best known for her role as Deirdre Barlow in Coronation Street, as well as appearances in ITV Saturday Night Theatre and Coronation Street: Tram Crash.
Personal and Family Life
Anne Kirkbride was born on June 21, 1954, in Oldham, Greater Manchester, England. She was married to David Beckett in June 1992, and they remained together until her passing in January 2015. Kirkbride was known for her distinctive large glasses and her husky voice, both of which became her trademarks during her career.
Death and Legacy
Anne Kirkbride passed away on January 19, 2015, in Manchester, England, after a battle with breast cancer. Her death marked the end of a celebrated acting career that spanned decades. She is fondly remembered by fans for her iconic role on Coronation Street, where she became a beloved character in British television history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Another Sunday and Sweet F.A. | 1972-01-09 | Player’s Girlfriend |
| The Paul O’Grady Show | 2004-10-11 | Self |
| So Graham Norton | 1998-07-03 | Self |
| All Star Mr & Mrs | 2008-04-12 | |
| Coronation Street | 1960-12-09 | Deirdre Barlow |
| Hetty Wainthropp Investigates | 1996-01-03 | Deirdre Rachid (uncredited) |