Penny Dwyer facts for kids
Penny Dwyer (born Penelope Rosemary Dwyer; 24 September 1953 – 4 September 2003) was a talented British comedy writer and performer. She was famous for being part of a comedy group called Cambridge Footlights. Their show, The Cellar Tapes, won the very first Perrier Comedy Award in 1981. Some other well-known comedians in that group were Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, and Emma Thompson.
About Penny Dwyer
Penny Dwyer was born on 24 September 1953. She studied at the University of Cambridge. This is a very famous university in England.
Her Comedy Work
In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Penny worked as a writer and performer in Cambridge. She was part of the exciting comedy scene there. Even though her comedy show won a big award, Penny decided not to become a full-time entertainer.
A Career in Engineering
Instead of comedy, Penny chose a different path. She became a metallurgist. A metallurgist is a scientist or engineer who studies metals. They learn how metals behave and how to use them. Penny had a very important job in building the Channel Tunnel. This amazing tunnel connects England and France under the sea!
Later Life and Passing
Penny Dwyer passed away in Somerset in 2003. She was 49 years old and had been ill for a long time.
