Barbara Young

Barbara Young

Deceased · Born: Feb 9, 1931 · Died: Apr 27, 2023

Personal Details

BornFeb 9, 1931 Brighouse, Yorkshire, England, UK

Biography

Barbara Young, a renowned British actress, entered this world on February 9, 1931, in the charming town of Brighouse, situated in the picturesque county of Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom.

Throughout her illustrious career, she garnered recognition for her captivating performances in a variety of iconic productions, including the 1980 television adaptation of J.B. Priestley's classic novel, "The Good Companions".

In addition to her impressive work in "The Good Companions", Young's impressive repertoire also included notable roles in the 1979 television adaptation of Dostoevsky's timeless masterpiece, "Crime and Punishment", as well as the 1970 television adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's beloved novel, "Jane Eyre".

Beyond her remarkable accomplishments in the entertainment industry, Young's personal life was marked by a loving marriage to the talented writer and television producer, Jack Pulman.

Sadly, Barbara Young's extraordinary life came to a close on April 27, 2023, in the historic city of Cambridge, situated in the picturesque county of Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom.

Career

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2018
The Keeper
The Keeper as Grandma Sarah
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2008
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2006
Coronation Street
Coronation Street as Doreen Fenwick
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1995
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1986
Dempsey and Makepeace
Dempsey and Makepeace as Miriam Powell
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1982
Praying Mantis
Praying Mantis as Solicitor's Secretary
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1979
BBC2 Play of the Week
BBC2 Play of the Week as Teacher at hospital
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1978
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1972
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Public Eye
Public Eye as Madge Reading