Frances Cox was a British actress known for her roles in Open All Hours, Coronation Street, and Last of the Summer Wine. Born Maria Frances Theresa Burns on April 16, 1913, in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, she enjoyed a successful career in television.
Personal and Family Life
Frances Cox, originally from Halifax, relocated to Normanton during her childhood. She married Alexander Cox in 1941, and the couple lived in Normanton. Apart from her acting career, she was a teacher at several schools including the School of Blessed English Martyrs and Eastmoor Junior School. She also authored a children’s book called The Dancing Shoes, which was well-received in Australia.
Career
Frances Cox appeared in many popular television shows. Some of her notable works include roles in Casualty, Peak Practice, and Heartbeat. Over her career, she became a familiar face on British television, contributing to various beloved series.
Death and Legacy
Frances Cox passed away on August 27, 2002, in Wakefield, Yorkshire, following a long illness. Her contributions to television and literature left a lasting memory in the industry, and she is remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Ted and Alice | Molly |
| 1998-2001 | Where the Heart Is | Woman Shopper, Mrs. Adams |
| 1999-2000 | The League of Gentlemen | Mrs. Trevethick |
| 2000 | Peak Practice | Molly |
| 1999 | Casualty | Doreen Cox |
| 1993-1999 | Heartbeat | Faith Trueman, Mrs. Wardle, Mrs. Holdsworth |
| 1999 | City Central | Martha |
| 1998 | As Time Goes By | Mrs. Thrupp |
| 1998 | Dalziel and Pascoe | Mrs. Sharman |
| 1997 | A Prince Among Men | Mrs. Vale |
| 1996 | Cardiac Arrest | Winnie |
| 1995 | Last of the Summer Wine | Lady, Jessie, Annie |
| 1995 | Out of the Blue | Dorothy |
| 1995 | Blood & Peaches | Vi – Melborn Pub |