Anna Karen

Anna Karen

Deceased · Born: Sep 19, 1936 · Died: Feb 22, 2022

Personal Details

BornSep 19, 1936 Durban, South Africa
Spouse
  • Terry Duggan

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to May 1, 2008 )
  • Dick Smart

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 6, 2025 )

Biography

Anna Karen, a talented actress, entered this world on September 19, 1936, in the vibrant city of Durban, South Africa. She went on to carve out a remarkable career in the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark on the world of film and television. Her impressive repertoire of roles included memorable performances in "Beautiful Thing" (1996),"Holiday on the Buses" (1973),and "The Rag Trade" (1975).

Throughout her life, Anna was deeply committed to her personal relationships, finding love and companionship with two remarkable individuals: Terry Duggan and Dick Smart. Despite the challenges and triumphs that life brought her way, Anna remained steadfast in her dedication to those around her.

As the years went by, Anna's time on this earth eventually came to a close. She passed away on February 22, 2022, in Ilford, Greater London, England, UK, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew and loved her.

Career

2021
No Reasons
No Reasons as Yvonne
2008
Flick
Flick as Rita Ray
1998
What's a Carry On?
What's a Carry On? as Hefty Girl (archive footage) (uncredited)
1996
1978
1977
That's Carry On!
That's Carry On! as Hefty Girl / Wife (archive footage) (uncredited)
1973
The Affair
The Affair as Willa
1972
Mutiny on the Buses
Mutiny on the Buses as Olive Rudge
1971
The Ski Bum
The Ski Bum as Golda Lanning
On the Buses
On the Buses as Olive Rudge
1970
1969
Carry on Camping
Carry on Camping as Hefty Girl
On the Buses
On the Buses as Olive Rudge
1967
Poor Cow
Poor Cow as Neighbour
1959