Rita Webb was an American actress best known for her roles in Up Pompeii, The Edgar Wallace Mystery Theatre, and BBC Sunday-Night Theatre. Born on February 25, 1904, in Willesden, London, England, she became a recognizable figure in film and television before her passing on August 30, 1981.
Personal and Family Life
Rita Webb, whose birth name was Olive Rita Webb, was married to Lionel Stanley “Thommie” Thompson. The couple had a period of separation, but details about her family life remain limited. She was known for her distinctive cackling laugh, which became one of her trademarks in her performances.
Death and Legacy
Rita Webb passed away on August 30, 1981, in Westminster, London, due to cancer. Her work in film and television left a lasting impression on audiences, and she is remembered for her comedic and versatile acting skills. Despite the struggles she faced in her personal life, her contributions to the entertainment industry are celebrated by fans and historians alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Up Pompeii | 1971-03-11 | Cassandra |
| Come Play with Me | 1977-04-28 | Rita |
| Zeta One | 1969-12-01 | Clippie |
| A Place to Go | 1963-07-01 | Woman in Wash House (uncredited) |
| Three Clear Sundays | 1965-04-07 | Britannia Lee |
| The Boys | 1962-08-31 | Mrs. Lee |
| Up the Junction | 1965-11-03 | Mrs Hardy |
| Venom | 1981-11-28 | Mrs. Loewenthal |
| To Sir, with Love | 1967-06-14 | Mrs. Joseph |
| No Trees in the Street | 1959-03-03 | Mrs Brown |
| Percy | 1971-02-18 | Mrs Hedges |
| Hindle Wakes | 1952-11-10 | Mrs. Slaughter |
| Revenge of the Pink Panther | 1978-01-08 | Lady at Window |
| I’m Not Feeling Myself Tonight | 1976-02-15 | Tea Lady |
| Sparrows Can’t Sing | 1963-03-26 | Maggie’s Neighbor |
| The Small World of Sammy Lee | 1963-04-20 | Cleaner |
| Frenzy | 1972-05-25 | Mrs Rusk |
| The Young Ones | 1961-12-19 | Woman in Market |
| The Hound of the Baskervilles | 1978-08-01 | Elder Masseuse |