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Angharad Rees - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 16, 1944 |
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| Died | July 21, 2012 (age 68) |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Angharad Rees's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Demelza Poldark in the BBC television series 'Poldark' (1975–1977). |
Intro
Angharad Rees was a Welsh actress best known for her leading role as Demelza in the BBC television drama series 'Poldark' (1975–1977).
Early Life & Background
Angharad Rees was born on July 16, 1944, in London, England, to Welsh parents. Her father, Linford Rees, was a prominent psychiatrist. She was raised in Wales and attended the Sorbonne in Paris as well as the Rose Bruford College of Speech and Drama in London.
Career Highlights
- Leading role as Demelza in 'Poldark' (1975–1977)
- Film appearances in 'Hand of the Baskervilles' (1978) and 'To Catch a Spy' (1971)
- Stage performances including West End productions and Shakespearean plays
- Later career as a jewellery designer with her own company, Angharad
- Appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2012 for services to drama (unverified – needs citation)
Trivia
- Her son, Linford James, was tragically killed in a car accident in 1999.
- She married actor Christopher Cazenove in 1973 (divorced 1994).
- Rees acted in numerous TV dramas and series besides 'Poldark', including 'The Avengers' and 'Remington Steele'.
- She died from pancreatic cancer in 2012.
FAQs
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When was Angharad Rees born?
Angharad Rees was born the 16 July 1944.
Where is Angharad Rees from?
London, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 16th, 1944, in brief:
- Historical events: Operation Ichi-Go, initiated by Japan in April 1944, was a major offensive aimed at capturing strategic areas in China, including the Beijing-Hankou and Guangzhou-Hankou railways, and neutralizing Allied airbases. The operation led to significant battles, such as the Battle of Changsha, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. Despite initial successes, the operation did not achieve its strategic objectives, and Chinese forces continued to resist Japanese advances.
- Day of the week: July 16th, 1944 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'll Walk Alone by Martha Tilton
- Popular movie: Hollywood Canteen directed by Delmer Daves
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