Bernadette O'Farrell facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bernadette O'Farrell
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As Maid Marian in The Adventures of Robin Hood
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| Born | 30 January 1924 |
| Died | 26 September 1999 (aged 75) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1947–1959 |
| Spouse(s) | Frank Launder (1950–1997; his death) 2 children |
Bernadette O'Farrell (born January 30, 1924 – died September 26, 1999) was an Irish actress. She was born in Birr, a town in County Offaly, Ireland. Bernadette became well-known for her acting roles in both films and television.
She was married to Frank Launder, a famous film writer, director, and producer. They were married from 1950 until he passed away in 1997. Together, they had two daughters.
Becoming Maid Marian
Bernadette O'Farrell is most famous for playing Maid Marian in the 1950s TV show The Adventures of Robin Hood. This popular show was about the legendary hero Robin Hood.
She appeared in 78 episodes of the series. In 1957, Bernadette decided to leave the show. She wanted to try different types of acting roles. This is sometimes called avoiding "type-casting," which means being known for only one kind of character. After she left, another actress named Patricia Driscoll took over the role of Maid Marian.
Other Acting Roles
Before and during her time as Maid Marian, Bernadette O'Farrell acted in several films. In 1949, she played Miss Harper in a movie called The Happiest Days of Your Life.
She also appeared in The Story of Gilbert and Sullivan (1953) as Jessie Bond. Another role was Peg Curtis in the boxing film The Square Ring (1953).
Life After Acting
Bernadette O'Farrell stopped acting in 1959. She decided to live on a farm in Buckinghamshire, England. Later, she and her husband, Frank Launder, moved to Monaco.
Her very last film appearance was in The Wildcats of St. Trinian's in 1980. She passed away in 1999.
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As nurse Mary Gordon in Life in Her Hands (1951)
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