Colleen Clifford was an American actress, best known for her roles in The Year My Voice Broke (1987), Number 96 (1972), and Frauds (1993). Born on November 17, 1898, in Taunton, Somerset, England, she dedicated her life to performing arts and later moved to Australia, where she continued her career until her passing.
Personal and Family Life
Colleen was married to Douglas ‘Jerry’ Blackford until his death in 1954. She emigrated to Australia in the same year, where she sustained her passion for stage performing throughout her life. Although she achieved significant recognition in her acting career, details about her personal life remain relatively private.
Death and Legacy
Colleen Clifford passed away on April 7, 1996, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, due to cardiac arrest. Her contributions to theatre and film left a lasting legacy, especially within the Australian acting community. Fans and peers remember her for her remarkable performances and dedication to the craft.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Careful, He Might Hear You | 1983-01-01 | Ettie |
| The Coca-Cola Kid | 1985-07-14 | DMZ |
| The Coca-Cola Kid | 1985-07-14 | Mrs. Haversham |
| Barracuda | 1988-04-04 | Mrs. Hennessey |
| Frauds | 1993-06-04 | Mrs. Waterson |
| The Year My Voice Broke | 1987-10-15 | Gran Olson |
| Double Sculls | 1986-10-09 | Mrs. Fenwick |
| This Won’t Hurt a Bit | 1993-11-12 | Lady Smith |
| Rafferty’s Rules | 1987-02-12 | Mrs. Murdoch |