Jean Alexander - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 11, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Age | 99 |
| Birthplace | Toxteth, Liverpool, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Jean Alexander's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Her role as Hilda Ogden in 'Coronation Street' (1964–1987) |
Intro
Jean Alexander was an English actress best known for her role as Hilda Ogden in the long-running British television soap opera 'Coronation Street.' She became one of the most beloved characters in British television history for her portrayal of the iconic, headscarf-wearing cleaner.
Early Life & Background
Jean Alexander was born as Jean M. Hodgkinson in the Toxteth area of Liverpool, England, in 1926. She developed an interest in acting while at school and began her acting career with amateur theatre companies before turning professional.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Hilda Ogden in 'Coronation Street' from 1964 to 1987, appearing in over 1,600 episodes.
- Played Auntie Wainwright in 'Last of the Summer Wine' from 1988 to 2010.
- Had a stage and radio acting career before becoming famous on television.
Trivia
- Hilda Ogden, her 'Coronation Street' character, became a cultural icon in the UK.
- She was nominated for several awards for her work on 'Coronation Street' and was once voted the nation's favourite soap character.
- Jean Alexander never married.
FAQs
People also ask
Jean Alexander is 99 years old.
Jean Alexander was born the 11 October 1926.
Toxteth, Liverpool, England.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 11th, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: Thích Nhất Hạnh, a renowned Vietnamese Buddhist monk, teacher, author, and peace activist, was born on October 11, 1926, in Quảng Ngãi Province, Vietnam.
- Day of the week: October 11th, 1926 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Looking at the World Thro' Rose-Colored Glasses by Fred Waring's Pennsylvanians
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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