Patricia Plunkett was an English actress who is best known for her roles in It Always Rains on Sunday, For Them That Trespass, and Bond Street. She was active in the entertainment industry from the late 1940s until her untimely death in the 1970s.
Personal and Family Life
Born on December 17, 1926, in Streatham, London, Patricia grew up to become a prominent actress of her time. She was educated at St. Martins-in-the-Fields High School and later trained at RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art). Patricia was married to Tim Turner from 1951 until her passing in 1974.
Career
Patricia Plunkett began her acting career on stage in 1947 and quickly rose to fame as a leading lady in British cinema. Despite her successes, she experienced significant disappointment in 1949 when she lost the role of Emmeline in The Blue Lagoon to Jean Simmons, competing against many well-known actresses of the era.
Death and Legacy
Patricia Plunkett passed away on October 13, 1974, in London, England. Her contributions to film and theater left a lasting impact, and she is remembered for her performances during a vibrant period of British cinema. Though her career was relatively short, she remains a notable figure from that time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| It Always Rains on Sunday | 1947-11-28 | Doris Sandigate |
| For Them That Trespass | 1949-04-21 | Rosie |
| Murder Without Crime | 1950-10-01 | Jan, Stephen’s Wife |
| Bond Street | 1948-05-12 | Mary Phillips |
| Landfall | 1949-09-30 | Mona |
| Escort for Hire | 1960-12-01 | Eldon Baker |
| Mandy | 1952-07-29 | Miss Crocker |
| The Crowded Day | 1954-10-01 | Alice |
| Dunkirk | 1958-03-20 | Grace |
| Identity Unknown | 1960-06-01 | Betty |