Marjorie Sudell was a British actress who is best known for her roles in the popular television series Coronation Street, Last of the Summer Wine, and Brideshead Revisited.
Personal and Family Life
Marjorie Sudell was born on February 14, 1908, in Blackpool, Lancashire, England. She had two husbands throughout her life: Edward Swarbrick, whom she married in 1937, and Jack Priestley, whom she married in 1952. Details about her family and personal life are relatively private, as she focused on her acting career during her lifetime.
Career
Sudell had a notable career in British television. She played the character Flo Broadbent on Coronation Street in 1974 and Auntie Edie, the aunt of Mavis Riley, in 1977. Additionally, she appeared in various other TV shows, including an episode of Last of the Summer Wine, and was featured in the acclaimed series Flambards and Brideshead Revisited. Her performance in the Victoria Wood television play Happy Since I Met You in 1981 showcased her talent further.
Death and Legacy
Marjorie Sudell passed away on April 21, 2001, in Rochdale, Lancashire, England. She left a legacy through her contributions to British television and is remembered fondly by fans of the shows she starred in. Her performances continue to be celebrated for their warmth and authenticity.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wish You Were Here | 1987-07-24 | Lady with Hurt Knee |
| R.H.I.N.O.; Really Here in Name Only | 1983-07-02 | |
| Happy Since I Met You | 1981-08-08 | Auntie |
| Sunset Across the Bay | 1975-02-20 | Newsagent |
| No Surrender | 1985-09-11 | Barbara |
| The Witches of Pendle | 1976-06-19 | Demdike |
| The Sign of Four | 1987-03-07 | Mrs. Bernstone |
| Hindle Wakes | 1976-12-19 | Ada |
| The Gate of Eden: Part Two – Sue | 1980-04-15 | Jenny |
| Sherlock Holmes | 1984-04-24 | Mrs. Bernstone |
| All Creatures Great and Small | 1978-01-08 | Mrs. Butler |