Jean Boht was a renowned English actress, born Jean Dance on March 6, 1936, who passed away on September 12, 2023. Her illustrious career spanned over four decades, from 1971 to the 2010s, during which she appeared in a diverse range of productions.
Notably, Boht played the iconic role of Nellie Boswell in Carla Lane's popular comedy series Bread. Her other notable roles included appearances in Softly, Softly (1971),Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em (1978),Juliet Bravo in the mid 1980s, and Mothers and Daughters in 2004.
In 1989, Boht was the subject of the popular TV show This Is Your Life. She was married to composer Carl Davis and had two daughters with him. Boht's educational background includes being a pupil at Wirral Grammar School for Girls.
In addition to her television work, Boht also had a successful stage career. In 2006, she starred alongside Jeremy Irons in the play 'Embers' at the Duke of York Theatre in London. She also made a guest appearance in the BBC daytime soap Doctors in 2008 and starred in Chris Shepherd's award-winning film Bad Night For The Blues in 2010.
Boht's stage name, Boht, originated from her first marriage to Bill Boht, who was the manager of the Ritz cinema in Birkenhead at the time. Throughout her career, Boht was recognized for her talent and dedication to her craft, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of entertainment.
