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Liz Smith - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 02, 1923 |
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| Died | December 24, 2016 (age 93) |
| Birthplace | Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Liz Smith's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Renowned for her character roles in films and TV shows such as 'The Royle Family', 'The Vicar of Dibley', and the film 'A Private Function.' |
Intro
Liz Smith was an acclaimed English journalist, author, and actress best known for her roles in British television and film, particularly for her portrayals of eccentric and memorable elderly women. She gained widespread recognition later in life, becoming a beloved character actress on British television.
Early Life & Background
Born as Betty Gleadle in Scunthorpe, Liz Smith was orphaned at two years old and raised by her grandmother. She worked various jobs before pursuing acting later in life, attending the Liverpool Playhouse School.
Career Highlights
- Won a BAFTA award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'A Private Function' (1984).
- Portrayed Letitia Cropley in 'The Vicar of Dibley' and Norma Speakman ('Nana') in 'The Royle Family.'
- Appeared in the BBC series 'Lark Rise to Candleford' and the long-running soap 'Coronation Street.'
- Named Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2009 for her services to drama.
Trivia
- She only began her professional acting career in her late 40s.
- Her real name was Betty Gleadle, but she was professionally known as Liz Smith.
- She published her autobiography, 'Our Betty,' in 2008.
- Smith passed away on December 24, 2016, at the age of 95.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Liz Smith born?
Liz Smith was born the 2 February 1923.
Where is Liz Smith from?
Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, England.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 2nd, 1923, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 2nd, 1923 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Can Have Him, I Don't Want Him by Van & Schenck
- Popular movie: Scaramouche directed by Rex Ingram
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