Born in Glasgow, Scotland, this renowned actress would go on to carve out a distinguished career spanning multiple continents. Her journey began in the United Kingdom, where she made her professional debut with the esteemed George Balanchine Ballet in London, England.
Following World War II, she relocated to Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where she continued to hone her craft with the Montreal Repertory Theatre. Her impressive stage credits included performances at iconic venues on both sides of the Atlantic, such as the London Palladium, Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and the Meadow Brooke Theatre.
Throughout her illustrious career, she received numerous accolades, including a Guthrie Award for her significant contributions to the Stratford Festival. Her impressive film and television credits include notable roles in productions such as Shadowdancing, opposite Christopher Plummer, Storm of the Century, Santa Who, Night Heat, Hot Shots, Inside Stories, Friday the 13th, and Dog House.
However, it was her iconic television roles that cemented her status as a beloved figure in the industry. She is perhaps best known for her portrayal of Great Aunt Eliza in the popular television series Road to Avonlea and Cousin Jessie in Wind at My Back, for which she received a Gemini Award for Best Supporting Actress.
