Michael Powell, a renowned film director, had just terminated the services of the second lead on the set of the 1934 production "The Girl in the Crowd" when Googie Withers, a young and aspiring actress, made her debut in the film industry. At the tender age of 12, Googie had already begun her acting career, dancing in the chorus of a West End revue. Her impressive performance did not go unnoticed, as she was soon spotted by a Warner Brothers casting director, who extended an invitation for her to undergo a screen test at the Riverside Studios.
Impressed by her audition, the director offered Googie the opportunity to become an extra in the film, marking the beginning of her journey as a professional actress. On her first day on set, Googie arrived just as the second lead had been let go, and she was subsequently asked to assume one of the lead roles, a testament to her natural talent and versatility. This unexpected turn of events ultimately led to Googie Withers becoming a prominent figure in the British film industry, with a career spanning many decades.
