Dorothy Bromiley was a British actress who is best known for her roles in Saturday Playhouse, ITV Play of the Week, and The Servant. She was born on September 18, 1930, in Manchester, Lancashire, England, and passed away on May 3, 2024, in England.
Personal and Family Life
Dorothy was the only child of Frank Bromiley and Ada Winifred (née Thornton). She had a significant personal life, marrying Joseph Losey on June 16, 1956, with whom she had a son named Joshua Losey in 1957. After their divorce in December 1963, she began living with Brian Phelan and later had a daughter named Kate in 1967. In 1966, she changed her name by deed poll to Dorothy Bromiley Phelan.
Career
Dorothy trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and taught at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) between 1966 and 1972. Throughout her career, she appeared in various television plays and films, making a significant impact in the British entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Dorothy Bromiley passed away on May 3, 2024. Her contributions to acting and her roles in television and film have left a lasting legacy in the industry. She is remembered fondly by both her colleagues and fans for her talent and dedication to the craft.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Girls of Pleasure Island | 1953-04-01 | Gloria Halyard |
| The Criminal | 1960-09-13 | Angela |
| The Servant | 1963-11-14 | Girl in Phone Box |
| It’s Great to be Young! | 1956-12-26 | Paulette, The Angel Hill Kids |
| A Touch of the Sun | 1956-10-01 | Rose Blake |
| Jemima + Johnny | 1966-09-26 | Johnny’s Mum |