Elspet Gray

Elspet Gray

Deceased · Born: Apr 12, 1929 · Died: Feb 18, 2013

Personal Details

BornApr 12, 1929 Inverness, Inverness Shire, Scotland, UK
Relatives
  • Ben Rix (Grandchild)
  • Jack Rix (Grandchild)
  • Charlotte Coy (Grandchild)
  • Jolyon Coy (Grandchild)

Biography

Elspet Gray, a talented Scottish actress, entered the world on April 12, 1929, in the charming city of Inverness, situated in the picturesque Inverness Shire, within the United Kingdom. This remarkable individual would go on to make a lasting impact in the world of entertainment, showcasing her exceptional skills in a variety of roles.

Her impressive acting career spanned many decades, with some of her most notable performances including the iconic film "Four Weddings and a Funeral" (1994),the television series "Six with Rix" (1972),and the classic science fiction show "Doctor Who" (1963). Her dedication to her craft and versatility as an actress earned her a special place in the hearts of audiences everywhere.

In her personal life, Elspet Gray was married to the esteemed actor and director Brian Rix. Together, they shared a deep love and commitment to one another, which only added to the richness of their lives.

Sadly, Elspet Gray's life came to a close on February 18, 2013, in the bustling city of London, England, within the United Kingdom. Her passing left behind a legacy of unforgettable performances and a sense of loss for those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Career

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2023
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1997
The Wingless Bird
The Wingless Bird as Grace Farrier
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1994
Four Weddings and a Funeral
Four Weddings and a Funeral as Laura's Mother - Wedding One
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1988
The Girl in a Swing
The Girl in a Swing as Mrs. Dresland
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1984
Tenko
Tenko as Phyllis Bristow
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1983
Blackadder
Blackadder as The Queen
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1981
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1979
Fawlty Towers
Fawlty Towers as Mrs. Abbott
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1971
Catweazle
Catweazle as Lady Collingford
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1969
Goodbye, Mr. Chips
Goodbye, Mr. Chips as Lady Sutterwick (uncredited)
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1960
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1954
Johnny on the Spot
Johnny on the Spot as Joan Ingram
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Devil's Harbor
Devil's Harbor as June Mallard
{"id":82842,"title":"The Gay Lady","year":"1949","character":"Honor Bellaire (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-gay-lady","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82842.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82842.jpg"},"released":1}
1949
The Gay Lady
The Gay Lady as Honor Bellaire (uncredited)
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1948
Love in Waiting
Love in Waiting as Brenda Lawrence
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The Blind Goddess
The Blind Goddess as Daphne Dearing
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Fly Away Peter
Fly Away Peter as Phyllis Hapgood
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2009
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2008
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1988