Iris Ashley was an Irish actress who is best known for The Phantom Fiend, Blind Man’s Bluff, and The Song You Gave Me. She was born on December 26, 1909, in Queenstown (now Cobh), County Cork, Ireland, and passed away on January 5, 1994, in Pimlico, London, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
Iris Ashley was born as Iris Blanche Stafford Northcote. Details about her early family life and personal relationships are limited, but her passion for acting started at a young age, leading her to a successful career in film.
Career
Iris made her film debut in “An Obvious Situation” in 1930. Over the next few years, she appeared in various movies, including “Me and Marlborough” and “Blind Man’s Bluff.” She was appreciated for her performances throughout the 1930s, earning a notable place in the film industry during that period.
Death and Legacy
Iris Ashley died on January 5, 1994, in Pimlico, London. Her contributions to early 20th-century cinema are remembered, and she remains a noteworthy figure among classic film enthusiasts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| An Obvious Situation | 1930-10-09 | Babe Carson |
| Me and Marlborough | 1935-07-22 | Josephine |
| Blind Man’s Bluff | 1936-03-01 | Claire |
| The Song You Gave Me | 1933-01-01 | Emmy |
| Heads We Go | 1933-07-28 | Singer |
| The Warren Case | 1934-07-30 | Elaine de Lisle |
| I Give My Heart | 1935-10-24 | Margot |
| The Student’s Romance | 1935-01-01 | Desiree |
| Never Trouble Trouble | 1931-06-05 | Gloria Baxter |
| Poor Old Bill | 1931-06-22 | Emily |
| The Lodger | 1932-09-08 | Police Commissioner’s Daughter |
| The Amazing Quest of Ernest Bliss | 1936-07-28 | Clare |