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Lally Bowers
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Kathleen Bowers
21 January 1914 Oldham, Lancashire, UK
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| Died | 18 July 1984 (aged 70) London, England, UK
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| Years active | 1936–1984 |
Kathleen "Lally" Bowers (born January 21, 1914 – died July 18, 1984) was a talented English actress. She was known for her many roles on stage, in films, and on television. Lally Bowers had a long career that lasted almost 50 years.
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Early Life and Career Beginnings
Lally Bowers was born in Oldham, a town in Lancashire, UK. She went to school at Hulme Grammar School. Before becoming an actress, she worked as a secretary.
Her acting journey began at the famous Shakespeare Memorial Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. Here, she learned the ropes by walking on stage in small parts and filling in for other actors.
Acting on Stage
Lally Bowers became a professional actress and performed in many plays. She worked in different "rep" companies. This means she was part of a group of actors who performed a different play almost every week. She acted in cities like Manchester, Sheffield, and Liverpool.
In 1944, she made her first appearance in London. She had many successful shows in the West End, which is London's main theatre district. One of her plays, Dinner With the Family, even won her an award in 1957. She also performed in The Killing of Sister George on Broadway in New York City.
Film and Television Roles
Lally Bowers was also a familiar face on screen. She appeared in many popular TV shows and films.
Television Appearances
She was in several well-known British sitcoms. Sitcoms are funny TV shows about everyday life. Some of the shows she appeared in include:
- You're Only Young Twice
- Going Straight
- Hi-De-Hi
- My Name Is Harry Worth
- A Fine Romance
She also played Mrs. Ariadne Oliver in an episode of The Agatha Christie Hour. This was a TV series based on the famous mystery writer Agatha Christie's stories.
Film Roles
Lally Bowers acted in many films throughout her career. Some of her notable movie roles include:
- We Joined the Navy (1962)
- The Chalk Garden (1964)
- I Start Counting (1970)
- Up Pompeii (1971)
- Dracula A.D. 1972 (1972)
- The Slipper and the Rose (1976)
Later Years and Legacy
Lally Bowers continued acting for many years. She was a respected and busy actress. She passed away in London on July 18, 1984, at the age of 70. Her work in theatre, film, and television left a lasting mark on British entertainment.
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