Aileen Mary Halsey, a British actress born on April 9, 1914, in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland, would later become a ubiquitous presence on the big screen, earning the nickname "the Duchess" due to her regal bearing.
Her acting career, which spanned multiple decades, began in the late 1940s with uncredited minor roles in films. As the 1950s dawned, Lewis's prolific output became a hallmark of her profession, with her appearing in a wide range of roles, often playing elegant characters in evening gowns, parties, ballrooms, concerts, and ballets.
Her trademark aristocratic manner made her a natural fit for upper-class ladies, and she frequently found herself cast alongside British royalty or as patrons in upscale settings such as casinos, nightclubs, and restaurants. Her husband, Lewis Alexander, was also a background player who occasionally shared the screen with her.
Aileen Lewis passed away at the age of 99 on February 12, 2014, in Felpham, West Sussex, England.
