June Brown

June Brown

Deceased · Born: Feb 16, 1927 · Died: Apr 3, 2022

Personal Details

BornFeb 16, 1927 Creeting Saint Mary, Suffolk, England, UK
Spouse
  • Robert Arnold

    ( Apr 5, 1958 to Feb 4, 2003 )
  • John Garley

    ( Feb 24, 1950 to May 8, 1957 )
Relatives
  • Hannah Arnold (Grandchild)
  • Katie Arnold (Grandchild)
  • Pheobe Arnold (Grandchild)

Biography

June Brown, a talented and versatile actress, embarked on a remarkable career in the entertainment industry, spanning numerous decades. Prior to her illustrious acting career, she served in the Women's Royal Naval Service, also known as the Wrens, showcasing her dedication and commitment to her country.

Following her time in the Wrens, Brown pursued classical training at the prestigious Old Vic Drama School, where she honed her craft and developed her acting skills. Her extensive experience in the theatre, television, and cinema has led to a plethora of memorable performances, leaving a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.

Notably, Nigel Hawthorne, a renowned actor, praised Brown's stage presence, describing her as "one of the most beautiful creatures I've seen on stage" after witnessing her captivating performance as Hedda Gabler in an Ibsen production.

In addition to her iconic role as Dot Cotton in the popular British soap opera EastEnders, which premiered in 1985, Brown has appeared in various other notable productions. She has played the esteemed role of Lady Macbeth opposite the esteemed Albert Finney, demonstrating her ability to take on complex and demanding characters.

Moreover, Brown's impressive repertoire includes directing the play "Double D" at the esteemed 1993 Edinburgh Festival, further solidifying her status as a talented and accomplished actress.

Career

2016
Ethel & Ernest
Ethel & Ernest as Ernest's Step Mother (voice)
2003
Margery and Gladys
Margery and Gladys as Gladys Gladwell
2000
Gormenghast
Gormenghast as Nannie Slagg
1997
Hospital!
Hospital! as Cleaner
Bean
Bean as Delilah
Ain't Misbehavin'
Ain't Misbehavin' as Mrs Jilkes
1992
EastEnders
EastEnders as Dorothy Branning
1984
Misunderstood
Misunderstood as Mrs. Paley
Lace
Lace as Mrs. Trelawney
1981
1980
Nijinsky
Nijinsky as Maria Stepanova
1979
Murder by Decree
Murder by Decree as Annie Chapman
1977
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol as Mrs. Dilber
1973
The Death Wheelers
The Death Wheelers as Mrs. Pettibone
1972
The Edwardians
The Edwardians as Eliza Bottomley
Sitting Target
Sitting Target as Lomart's Neighbour
1971
Play for Today
Play for Today as Clara, in Psychiatric Hospital
Straw Dogs
Straw Dogs as Mrs. Hebden (uncredited)
Sunday Bloody Sunday
Sunday Bloody Sunday as Woman Patient
1968
Inadmissible Evidence
Inadmissible Evidence as Watson's Guest