Geraldine McEwan was a British actress known for her roles in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit, and Agatha Christie’s Marple. She had a successful career on stage and screen, captivating audiences with her performances.
Personal and Family Life
Geraldine McEwan was born on May 9, 1932, in Old Windsor, England. She began her acting career at age 14 and quickly rose to fame, performing in various prestigious theatres. She was married to Hugh Cruttwell from 1953 until his death in 2002, and they had two children together.
Career Highlights
McEwan had a remarkable theatre career, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and earning acclaim for her performances in classics such as Much Ado About Nothing and Hamlet. She received several prestigious awards throughout her career, including a BAFTA Award for her role in Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit and an Olivier Award nomination in two categories in one year. Her portrayal of Jean Brodie was particularly celebrated.
Death and Legacy
Geraldine McEwan passed away on January 30, 2015, in London after suffering a stroke. Her legacy lives on through her extensive body of work, remembered for her powerful performances and contributions to theatre and film. She left a lasting impact on the acting community and is celebrated as one of Britain’s finest actresses.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit | 2005-09-04 | Miss Thripp (voice) |
| Moses | 1995-12-18 | Mirjam |
| The Magdalene Sisters | 2002-08-30 | Sister Bridget |
| Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves | 1991-06-14 | Mortianna |
| Titus | 1999-12-25 | Nurse |
| Love’s Labour’s Lost | 2000-03-31 | Holofernia |
| Agatha Christie’s Marple | 2004-12-12 | Miss Marple |
| Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit | 1990-01-10 | Mother |
| Mapp & Lucia | 1985-04-14 | |
| The Barchester Chronicles | 1982-11-10 |