Brenda Bruce

Brenda Bruce

Deceased · Born: Jul 7, 1919 · Died: Feb 19, 1996

Personal Details

BornJul 7, 1919 Prestwich, Lancashire, England, UK
Spouse
  • Clement McCallin

    ( Dec 23, 1970 to Aug 7, 1977 )
  • Roy Rich

    ( Dec 15, 2025 to Mar 24, 1970 )

Biography

Brenda Bruce, a renowned actress, entered this world on July 7, 1919, in the charming town of Prestwich, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom. This remarkable individual would go on to leave an indelible mark on the world of acting, captivating audiences with her performances in a wide range of films and television shows.

Some of her most notable roles include the 1960 psychological thriller Peeping Tom, the 1987 adaptation of Charles Dickens' Little Dorrit, and the 1953 drama The Final Test. Throughout her illustrious career, Brenda Bruce consistently demonstrated her impressive range and versatility as an actress, earning her a reputation as a talented and dedicated performer.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Brenda Bruce's personal life was also marked by significant events. She was twice married, first to Clement McCallin and later to Roy Rich. Despite the many challenges and triumphs she faced throughout her life, Brenda Bruce remained a constant presence in the entertainment industry, leaving behind a lasting legacy that continues to inspire and influence new generations of actors and actresses.

Sadly, Brenda Bruce's life came to a close on February 19, 1996, in the vibrant city of London, England, United Kingdom. Though she may no longer be with us, her contributions to the world of acting will never be forgotten, and her memory will continue to be celebrated and honored by those who knew and admired her.

Career

2025
The Riff Raff Element
The Riff Raff Element as Granny Grogan
1995
Performance
Performance as Grandmother
1994
1993
Splitting Heirs
Splitting Heirs as Mrs. Bullock
Riders
Riders as Granny Maxwell
Harnessing Peacocks
Harnessing Peacocks as Amy Tremayne
1990
December Bride
December Bride as Martha Gilmartin
Screenplay
Screenplay as Therapist
Jeeves and Wooster
Jeeves and Wooster as Aunt Dahlia
1989
Back Home
Back Home as Lady Beatrice 'Beattie' Langley
1988
The Tenth Man
The Tenth Man as Madame Mangeot
1986
David Copperfield
David Copperfield as Betsey Trotwood
1985
Steaming
Steaming as Mrs. Meadows
1983
Macbeth
Macbeth as First Witch
The Mad Death
The Mad Death as Miss Stonecroft
1979
Henry V
Henry V as Hostess
Henry IV Part II
Henry IV Part II as Hostess Quickly
Henry IV Part I
Henry IV Part I as Mistress Quickly
1978
Play for Today
Play for Today as Mrs Hackett
1977
The Man in the Iron Mask
The Man in the Iron Mask as Reine Anne d'Autriche
1975
1974
2nd House
2nd House as Ekaterina
1973
1969
The Virgin Soldiers
The Virgin Soldiers as Nursing Sister
1965
The Uncle
The Uncle as Addie Morton
1964
Nightmare
Nightmare as Mary Lewis
1962
1960
1958
Law and Disorder
Law and Disorder as Mary Cooper
Behind the Mask
Behind the Mask as Elizabeth Fallon
1953
1951
Two on the Tiles
Two on the Tiles as Janet Lawson
1949
Marry Me
Marry Me as Brenda Delamere
1948
My Brother's Keeper
My Brother's Keeper as Winnie Foreman
1947
1946
Night Boat to Dublin
Night Boat to Dublin as Lily Leggett
They Met at Midnight
They Met at Midnight as Sally Benton
I See a Dark Stranger
I See a Dark Stranger as American Waitress (uncredited)
Carnival
Carnival as Maudie Chapman
1945
A Yank in London
A Yank in London as Girl in Guard's Van
1944
They Came to a City
They Came to a City as WAAF (uncredited)
1943