Patience Collier was an American actress best known for her roles in Fiddler on the Roof, Every Home Should Have One, and The French Lieutenant’s Woman.
Personal and Family Life
Born Irene Marjorie Ritscher on August 19, 1910, in London, England, Patience Collier was the daughter of Paul Ritcher and Eva Spitzel. She was married to Henry Oswald Jackson Collier and they had three children together. Collier began her acting career on stage in 1932 and spent a significant part of her career with the British National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Career
Collier was known primarily as a character actress and appeared in numerous television productions from the mid-1950s onwards. Although her film appearances were few, she gained fame for her memorable performances in popular titles. Her time with prestigious theater companies showcased her versatility and dedication to the performing arts.
Death and Legacy
Patience Collier passed away on July 13, 1987, in London, England. Her contributions to theatre and film have left a lasting impression, particularly her work with renowned companies and the roles she portrayed in various productions. Collier is remembered for her strong performances and her significant impact on British theatre.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| House of Cards | 1968-09-16 | Goonelle |
| Baby Love | 1969-03-19 | Mrs. Carmichael |
| Endless Night | 1972-10-05 | Miss Townsend |
| Countess Dracula | 1971-01-30 | Julie |
| Come Back, Little Sheba | 1977-12-31 | Mrs. Coffman |
| The National Health | 1973-03-06 | |
| Fiddler on the Roof | 1971-11-03 | Grandma Tzeitel |
| Perfect Friday | 1970-11-10 | Nanny |
| Every Home Should Have One | 1970-03-05 | Mrs Monty Levin |
| The French Lieutenant’s Woman | 1981-08-28 | Mrs. Poulteney |
| The Third Secret | 1964-02-02 | Mrs Belton |
| The Girl on the Boat | 1962-08-05 | Miss Millican |
| Decline and Fall …of a Birdwatcher | 1968-10-30 | Flossie Fagan |
| The Cherry Orchard | 1962-04-17 | Charlotta Ivanovna |
| The Wild Affair | 1965-12-05 | Lady in Travel Agency |
| Honeymoon Postponed | 1961-01-29 | Elizabeth Piper |
| Uncle Silas | 1968-11-04 | Madame de la Rougierre |
| Laurence Olivier Presents | 1976-12-05 | Mrs Coffman |
| David Copperfield | 1974-12-01 | Betsey Trotwood |
| Sherlock Holmes | 1984-04-24 | Miss Stoper |
| Shoulder to Shoulder | 1974-04-03 | Lady Lytton |