Constance Chapman was a British actress who is best known for her roles in A Kind of Loving, Born and Bred, and The Avengers. Born on March 29, 1912, in Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, England, she enjoyed a long career in acting until her death on August 10, 2003.
Personal and Family Life
Constance Gertrude Chapman was married to Travers Cousins in 1946, and they had two children before getting divorced. She began her acting career on stage in 1938 and was involved with the Rapier Players at Bristol’s Little Theatre from 1941 to 1953. In addition to stage performances, she trained as a broadcaster and became a well-known figure in radio and television over the following years.
Death and Legacy
Constance Chapman passed away on August 10, 2003, in Bristol, England, due to natural causes. Her contributions to theatre, radio, and television have left a lasting impression, particularly as a beloved character actress. She is remembered for her versatile performances and as an influential figure in the British acting community.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Mrs Hartley and the Growth Centre | 1995-05-21 | Sara |
| Hearts and Flowers | 1970-12-03 | Marie |
| Mummy and Daddy | 1973-11-15 | Marion |
| The Raging Moon | 1971-01-21 | Mrs Matthews |
| My Friend Walter | 1992-04-24 | Gran |
| In Celebration | 1975-03-17 | Mrs. Shaw |
| O Lucky Man! | 1973-03-25 | Lady Burgess |
| Do as I Say | 1977-01-25 | Mops |
| A Day in the Death of Joe Egg | 1972-05-01 | Moonrocket Lady |
| Hedda | 1975-12-19 | Julle |
| The Gorge | 1968-01-01 | Lily |
| Run for the Lifeboat | 1988-04-24 | Mrs. Jones |
| Afters | 1990-08-29 | Rose |
| Lady Oscar | 1979-03-03 | La nourrice |
| The Patricia Neal Story | 1981-12-08 | Mrs. Bateman |
| Doomwatch | 1972-03-01 | Miss Johnson |
| Mrs. Lawrence Will Look After It | 1968-08-21 | Mrs Lawrence |
| The Three Hostages | 1977-12-27 | Madame Breda |
| Bergerac | 1981-10-18 | Kate Fordham |
| The Bill | 1984-10-16 | |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | |
| News at Twelve | 1988-02-22 | |
| Born And Bred | 1978-09-13 | |
| Rumpole of the Bailey | 1975-12-17 | |
| Never Say Die | 1987-11-16 | |
| Bill Brand | 1976-06-07 | Mrs. Wainwright |
| Objects of Affection | 1982-11-12 | Ida |
| Emma | 1972-07-20 | Miss Bates |
| Screen Two | 1985-01-06 | Mrs Edwards |
| All Creatures Great and Small | 1978-01-08 | Mrs. Barker |
| Hancock’s Half Hour | 1956-07-06 | |
| A Taste for Death | 1988-10-14 | Gran |
| Dalgliesh | 1983-04-08 | Gran |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Marion |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Mops |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Marie Goodliffe |