Penny Morrell

Penny Morrell

Deceased · Born: Feb 4, 1938 · Died: Jan 3, 2020

Personal Details

BornFeb 4, 1938 England, UK

Biography

Noted actress, whose illustrious career was marked by a trajectory of remarkable milestones, initially stepped away from the public eye upon exchanging vows with the celebrated George Cole in the year 1966.

Prior to her marriage, however, this talented thespian had already embarked upon her journey as a performer, with the birth of her son, Toby, in the year 1941, serving as a poignant reminder of her commitment to her craft.

Fast-forward to the late 1960s, and the arrival of her daughter, Tara, in 1969, would further cement her status as a devoted mother and artist, as she continued to navigate the complex demands of her dual roles with unwavering dedication and aplomb.

As her professional journey continued to unfold, a profound transformation took place, as she discovered a renewed sense of purpose and drive when she landed the captivating role of a dragon landlady with a distinctive flair for the charming and endearing character of Arfur in the highly acclaimed television series, Minder.

Since the inception of Mrs. Cole's Music Hall in 1979, she has devoted herself to the production, not only performing a starring role but also taking on the multifaceted responsibilities of producer, bringing her vision to life at The Mill at Sonning in Berkshire every Christmas season.

This charity-driven initiative, which has evolved over the years, has transformed into a treasured holiday tradition, spreading joy and merriment to diverse audiences of all ages, young and old, and becoming an integral part of the community's festive celebrations.

Career

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1999
The End of the Affair
The End of the Affair as Bendrix' Landlady
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1998
Tess of the D'Urbervilles
Tess of the D'Urbervilles as Rolliver's Landlady
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1985
Minder
Minder as Daphne Mount
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1965
The Early Bird
The Early Bird as Miss Curry
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1964
Smokescreen
Smokescreen as Helen - Turner's Secretary
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1963
A Stitch in Time
A Stitch in Time as Nurse Rudkin
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1960
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The Bulldog Breed
The Bulldog Breed as Marlene Barlow
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Make Mine Mink
Make Mine Mink as Gertrude
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1957
Lucky Jim
Lucky Jim as Miss Wilson
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Brothers in Law
Brothers in Law as Rosalie Biddle