Dorothy Smith was a Scottish actress who is best known for her roles in McFarlane’s Way, The Royalty, and The Eggheads. She was born on May 12, 1914, in Troqueer, Dumfries, Scotland, and passed away on May 23, 1995, in Basingstoke, Hampshire, England.
Personal and Family Life
Dorothy Smith, whose full name was Dorothy Jean Edgar Smith, lived a life dedicated to the performing arts. She was 5 feet 2 inches tall and had a distinctive presence on screen. Details about her personal life and family are not widely documented.
Career
Smith built a notable career in television throughout the 1960s and 1970s, appearing in various TV series. Some of her prominent roles included parts in Dr. Finlay’s Casebook and Emergency-Ward 10. Her contributions to early British television helped shape the medium during its formative years.
Death and Legacy
Dorothy Smith died on May 23, 1995, in Basingstoke, Hampshire, England. Her performances have left a lasting mark on British television, and she is remembered for her versatile acting skills. While not extensively celebrated, her work continues to be recognized by fans of classic television.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Mitchel | Adam Smith | 1972 |
| Miss Mathieson | Softly Softly: Task Force | 1970 |
| Anna’s Neighbour (uncredited) | Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed | 1969 |
| Cathie Calcott | Dr. Finlay’s Casebook | 1962–1969 |
| Mrs. Jackson | Dixon of Dock Green | 1968 |
| Mrs. Leyton | Crossroads | 1968 |
| Sister MacNab | Emergency-Ward 10 | 1959–1967 |
| Mrs. McEwan | This Man Craig | 1966 |
| Miss Bigley | Harpers West One | 1962 |
| Mrs. Smith | ITV Play of the Week | 1960 |
| Mrs. Donald | McFarlane’s Way | 1959 |
| Miss Pinnock | Result of an Accident | 1959 |
| Jessie | The Royalty | 1958 |
| Nurse | ITV Television Playhouse | 1958 |