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Pauline Collins

Pauline Collins - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 03, 1940
Age85
BirthplaceExmouth, Devon, England
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Pauline Collins's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForHer award-winning role in 'Shirley Valentine', and appearances in 'Upstairs, Downstairs' and 'Doctor Who'.

Intro

Pauline Collins is an English actress known for her extensive work in film, television, and theatre. She achieved international fame for her role as the title character in the play and film 'Shirley Valentine,' for which she won an Olivier Award and was nominated for an Academy Award. Collins is also recognized for her performances in 'Upstairs, Downstairs' and as a guest star in 'Doctor Who.'

Early Life & Background

Pauline Collins was born in Exmouth, Devon, England in 1940. She was educated at Sacred Heart High School and later trained as a teacher at the Central School of Speech and Drama before pursuing an acting career.

Career Highlights

  • Won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress for 'Shirley Valentine' (1988)
  • Received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for 'Shirley Valentine' (1989)
  • Starred as Sarah Moffat in the TV series 'Upstairs, Downstairs' (1971-1973)
  • Appeared in the TV special 'Doctor Who: The Faceless Ones' (1967) and later as Queen Victoria in 'Tooth and Claw' (2006)
  • Featured in popular British films and television including 'No, Honestly' and 'Forever Green'

Trivia

  • She is married to actor John Alderton, with whom she has frequently co-starred.
  • Collins published her autobiography titled 'Letter to Louise' in 1992.
  • She was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2001 for her services to drama.

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How old is Pauline Collins?

Pauline Collins is 85 years old.

When was Pauline Collins born?

Pauline Collins was born the 3 September 1940.

Where is Pauline Collins from?

Exmouth, Devon, England.

On Her Birth-Day

About September 3rd, 1940, in brief:

  • Historical events: On September 3, 1940, the German Luftwaffe commenced its bombing campaign against London, marking the start of the Blitz. This sustained aerial assault aimed to demoralize the British population and disrupt military operations.
  • Day of the week: September 3rd, 1940 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pauline_Collins
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0172338/