Janet Bruce was an American actress who is best known for The Common Room, Nothing But the Night, and The Railway Children. She was born on March 13, 1913, in Battersea, London, England, and passed away on the same date in 2006 in Streatham, London, England.
Personal and Family Life
Janet Bruce was born Audrey Muriel Williams and had a height of 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 m). Her early life details, including her family background, are not widely documented. However, she pursued a successful acting career throughout her life.
Career
Bruce’s career included numerous roles in film and television. She gained recognition for her performances in various series and movies, showcasing her talent in different genres. Her work, particularly in the 1950s and 1970s, left a mark on the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Janet Bruce died on March 13, 2006, in Streatham, London, on her birthday. Her contributions to film and television have been remembered, and she is recognized for her work in classic pieces of cinema. Her roles in important projects have solidified her legacy in the acting community.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Green Fingers | Hilda |
| 1988 | Closing Ranks | Mrs. Forrester |
| 1985 | Sorry! | Old Lady |
| 1977 | Romance | Guest |
| 1976 | …And Mother Makes Five | Customer |
| 1973 | Nothing But the Night | Naureen Stokes |
| 1973 | Father, Dear Father | Ethel |
| 1969 | Harry Worth | Mrs. Foster |
| 1967 | Wuthering Heights | Zillah |
| 1967 | Armchair Theatre | Manageress in Cafe |
| 1966 | The Newcomers | Mrs. Sugden |
| 1964 | Dr. Finlay’s Casebook | Miss Scott / Mrs. Keith / Phoebe Leggatt |
| 1964 | HMS Paradise | Admiral’s wife |
| 1964 | Z Cars | Woman |
| 1963 | Sykes and A… | Various |