Margo Cunningham

Margo Cunningham was a Scottish actress and contralto singer who is best known for her roles in “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie,” “The Sailor Who Fell from Grace with the Sea,” and “A Taste of Honey.” She had a notable career in theatre and television, where she showcased her talents as a character actress.

Personal and Family Life

Margo Cunningham was born on July 19, 1922, in Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland. She was married to John Foster in 1980, a relationship she cherished from her youth. Apart from her acting career, she had a passion for gardening, and her striking red hair was one of her defining features. Margo trained as a dancer early in her life, which added to her dynamic presence on stage.

Career Highlights

Margo began her acting career in the late 1940s with “Stars in Battledress” at the end of World War II. Her big break came when she became understudy to Noelle Gordon in “Brigadoon” in London. Throughout her career, she appeared in numerous musicals and stage productions, and was part of the National Theatre from 1965 to 1969. She was known for her roles in pantomimes and made various television appearances in shows like “Z Cars” and “Crossroads.”

Death and Legacy

Margo Cunningham passed away on July 19, 1998, in Braunton, Devon, England, due to cancer. She left behind a legacy as an accomplished actress who embraced her character roles and remained vibrant, even performing athletic feats such as splits and cartwheels at the age of seventy. Margo reflected on her film career, humorously noting that she wasn’t aware of the raunchy nature of one of her films until it was released.

Filmography