Elizabeth Carling facts for kids

Elizabeth Carling, born on October 20, 1967, is an English actress and singer. She is well-known for her roles in popular TV shows. These include Boon, Goodnight Sweetheart, Barbara, and Casualty.

In 1991, Elizabeth met actor Neil Morrissey while working on the ITV drama Boon. They also appeared together in an episode of the BBC comedy Men Behaving Badly.

Elizabeth has also performed on stage. In 2010, she starred in a play called I Ought to Be in Pictures. Later, in 2016, she narrated the second series of Bear Grylls: Mission Survive on ITV. She also appeared in the BBC1 show "Our Girl" in September 2016.

Elizabeth Carling's TV and Film Roles

Elizabeth Carling has had many interesting roles in television and movies. Here are some of her most notable appearances:

Our Girl (2016-2020)

Elizabeth was part of the cast of Our Girl. This show aired on BBC1 from 2016 to 2020.

Vera (2011, 2018)

She appeared in the detective series Vera. Her episodes were broadcast in May 2011 and January 2018.

The Damned United (2009)

In this UK sports drama film, Elizabeth played Barbara Clough. She was the wife of football manager Brian Clough. The film focused on Brian Clough's time managing football clubs.

Casualty (2003-2007)

Elizabeth joined the cast of Casualty in March 2003. She played a character named Selena Donovan. Selena was a consultant neurologist. Elizabeth returned to the show in 2004. She stayed for three full years. Her character left the show in a dramatic way in 2007.

Goodnight Sweetheart (1997-1999, 2016)

From 1997 to 1999, Elizabeth took over the role of Phoebe Bamford. Phoebe later became Phoebe Sparrow in the time travel sitcom Goodnight Sweetheart. This part was first played by another actress. After the series, Elizabeth released an album of war-time songs. It was also called Goodnight Sweetheart. Elizabeth has said that Phoebe Sparrow is one of her favorite roles. She returned to play Phoebe in a special episode in 2016.

Border Cafe (2000)

Elizabeth starred in this TV mini-series in 2000. She appeared alongside actor Sean Gallagher.

Barbara (1999-2003)

In the ITV sitcom Barbara, Elizabeth played Linda. Linda was the daughter of the main character. She appeared in most of the show's episodes. She acted opposite Mark Benton, who played her on-screen husband.

Crocodile Shoes II (1996)

Elizabeth played Wendy in this six-part series. Wendy was the fiancée of the character Jed Shepperd. She appeared in all six episodes of the show.

Boon (1989-1991)

This was Elizabeth's first big TV role. She played Laura Marsh in the ITV private investigator series Boon. Laura was an assistant to the character Ken Boon. Elizabeth appeared in 40 episodes of the show.

The Bill (1987, 1992)

Elizabeth had two roles in the police drama The Bill. She played a hotel receptionist in 1987. Later, she played Maria Saunders in a 1992 episode.

Bear Grylls: Mission Survive (Series 2 onwards)

Elizabeth Carling was the narrator for the second series of Bear Grylls: Mission Survive.

Radio Roles

Elizabeth also has experience in radio. She played the character Lucy in Radio 4's Double Income, No Kids Yet. This series was first broadcast in 2001.