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Betty Driver - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 20, 1920 |
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| Died | October 15, 2011 (age 91) |
| Birthplace | Leicester, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Betty Driver's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Betty Williams (formerly Turpin) on 'Coronation Street' from 1969 to 2011. |
Intro
Betty Driver was an English singer, actress, and author, best known for her long-running role as Betty Williams in the British soap opera 'Coronation Street.'
Early Life & Background
Betty Driver was born in Leicester and raised in Manchester. She began performing as a child in local concerts and theatre productions, encouraged by her mother. By her teens, she was singing professionally despite her father's objections.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Betty Williams in 'Coronation Street' for over 40 years.
- Recorded numerous popular songs in the 1930s and 1940s, including "The Sailor with the Navy Blue Eyes."
- Appeared in radio shows, variety performances, and films in the pre-war and post-war period.
Trivia
- Was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 2000 for services to drama.
- Also authored her autobiography, 'Betty: The Autobiography,' published in 2000.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Betty Driver born?
Betty Driver was born the 20 May 1920.
Where is Betty Driver from?
Leicester, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 20th, 1920, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 20, 1920, the first regular radio broadcast in North America was transmitted, marking a significant milestone in communication history.
- Day of the week: May 20th, 1920 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Your Eyes Have Told Me So by John McCormack
- Popular movie: Way Down East directed by D.W. Griffith
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