Zoe Caldwell was an Australian actor who is best known for her roles in “Medea,” “Master Class,” and “The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie.” She had a remarkable career, especially in theatre, where she earned several accolades.
Personal and Family Life
Zoe Ada Caldwell was born on September 14, 1933, in Melbourne, Australia. She was married to Robert Whitehead from 1968 until his death in 2002, and they had two children together, William “Sam” and Charles. Caldwell graduated from the Methodist Ladies College and was part of various theatre companies early in her career, which laid the foundation for her success in acting.
Career
She began acting at just nine years old in “Peter Pan” and later built a strong reputation in classical theatre. Caldwell received four Tony Awards for her outstanding performances on Broadway, marking her as one of the foremost stage actresses of her time. While she also had a few film and television roles, most of her work was in live theatre, demonstrating her deep passion for the craft.
Death and Legacy
Zoe Caldwell passed away on February 16, 2020, at the age of 86 due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. Her contributions to theatre have left a lasting impact, and she is remembered as a talented actress who brought many characters to life on stage. Caldwell’s legacy continues through her performances and the influence she had on future generations of actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Leroy & Stitch | 2006-06-23 | Grand Councilwoman (voice) |
| Lilo & Stitch | 2002-06-21 | Grand Councilwoman (voice) |
| Lantern Hill | 1989-08-29 | Mrs. Kennedy |
| Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close | 2011-12-25 | Oskar’s Grandmother |
| The Purple Rose of Cairo | 1985-03-01 | The Countess |
| The Seagull | 1978-02-05 | Mme. Arkadina |
| Medea | 1983-01-01 | Medea |
| MacBeth | 1961-01-22 | Lady Macbeth |
| The Story Room: The Making of ‘Lilo & Stitch’ | 2005-08-22 | Herself |
| It Is of Eden I Was Dreaming | 1983-06-30 | Narrator |
| Birth | 2004-10-29 | Mrs. Hill |
| Just a Kiss | 2002-06-15 | Jessica |
| Eugene O’Neill: A Documentary Film | 2006-03-27 | Self |
| Stitch! The Movie | 2003-08-26 | Grand Councilwoman (voice) |
| Night of 100 Stars II | 1985-03-10 | Self |
| Hollywood Screen Tests: Take 1 | 1999-01-01 | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) |
| Tony Awards | 1956-04-01 | Self – Nominee |
| Lilo & Stitch: The Series | 2003-09-20 | Grand Councilwoman (voice) |