Joan Haythorne, a celebrated British actress, was born on April 12, 1915, in the picturesque district of Ealing, nestled within the vibrant city of London, England, United Kingdom. Her illustrious acting career, marked by a plethora of notable performances, unfolded over several decades, with standout roles in films such as Jassy, which premiered in 1947, Svengali, released in 1954, and Dry Rot, a 1956 production that showcased her remarkable talent. Throughout her personal life, Joan Haythorne was fortunate to have shared a loving partnership with the esteemed writer and playwright, Lindsay Shankland. Her life's journey came to a close on August 27, 1987, in Surrey, England, UK, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of entertainment, a testament to her enduring impact on the industry.
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Personal Details
BornApr 12, 1915 Ealing, London, England, UK
Parents
- Arnold Thompson Haythornthwaite
- Doris Spedding
Biography
Career
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1974

Play for Today as May Tashkov
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Thriller as Mother Superior
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1971

Countess Dracula as Second Cook
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1968

Decline and Fall... of a Birdwatcher as Miss Hart
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1961

So Evil, So Young as Matron
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The Frightened City as Miss Rush (Waldo's Secretary)
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1956

Dry Rot as Mrs. Doris Wagstaff
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The Gentle Touch as Home Sister
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Three Men in a Boat as Mrs. Porterhouse
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1954

Svengali as Mrs. Bagot
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Young and Willing as Prison Governor (Blackdown)
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1950

Highly Dangerous as Judy
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1947

Jassy as Kathleen Hamilton
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When the Bough Breaks as Miss Brent
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1946

Secret Flight as Mrs. Laxton-Jones