Venetia Barrett

Venetia Barrett was an American actress who is best known for The Man Who Knew Too Little, Inspector Morse, and Operation Diplomat.

Personal and Family Life

Venetia Barrett was born on January 26, 1928, in Hampstead, London, England. She was married to actor Edward Woodward from July 30, 1952, until their divorce on December 1, 1986. Together, they had three children: Tim, Peter, and Sarah, all of whom pursued careers in acting. Venetia put her acting career on hold in the 1950s to focus on raising her children and later returned to acting in the 1980s.

Death and Legacy

Venetia Barrett passed away on May 9, 2016, in London, England. Her legacy continues through her children, who have made their marks in the acting industry. Venetia’s contributions to film and television remain appreciated by fans and peers alike.

Filmography

TitleRelease DateCharacter
The Man Who Knew Too Little1997-11-14Sir Duncan’s Wife
Inspector Morse1987-01-06Mrs. Webb
The House of Eliott1991-08-31Mrs. Costain-Jones