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Angharad Rees

Known For
Acting
Born
July 16, 1944 in Edgware, Middlesex, England, UK
Died
July 21, 2012
Active Years
1948–2002 (55 Years)
Total Credits
50 credits in database
Acting Born Jul 16, 1944 Died Jul 21, 2012 Edgware, Middlesex, England, UK 50 credits
50
Total Credits
1948–2002
55 Years Career Span
29
Vault Titles
10
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Biography

Angharad Mary Rees was a Welsh actress and jewellery designer born on July 16, 1944, in Edgware, Middlesex, England. She is best known for her television work during the 1970s, specifically her leading role as Demelza in the BBC costume drama Poldark. Her acting credits include appearances in Under Milk Wood and Hands of the Ripper. Rees studied at the Sorbonne in Paris, the Rose Bruford Drama College in Kent, and the University of Madrid. She also taught English in Spain and performed in repertory theatre in England. She was married to Christopher Cazenove and David McAlpine. Angharad Rees died on July 21, 2012, in Knightsbridge, London, at the age of 68.

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Career

Career overview

Angharad Mary Rees was a Welsh actress born on July 16, 1944, in Edgware, Middlesex, England. She is best remembered for her work in British television during the 1970s, most notably for her leading role as Demelza in the BBC costume drama Poldark, which premiered in 1975. Her professional background included training at the Rose Bruford Drama College in Kent, as well as studies at the Sorbonne in Paris and the University of Madrid. Before establishing herself on screen, she taught English in Spain and performed in repertory theatre in England.

Throughout her acting career, Rees appeared in various film and television productions. Her notable credits include the 1971 film Under Milk Wood and the 1971 production Hands of the Ripper. Following her career in the performing arts, she transitioned into work as a jewellery designer. Rees, who was also known as Lady McAlpine, died on July 21, 2012, in Knightsbridge, London. Her life and career are documented across various archives, including The Movie Database and IMDb, which record her extensive contributions to British media.

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Career timeline

Dylan on Dylan
The Wolves of Kromer
Trainer
Close to Home
The Temptation of Eileen Hughes
Screen Two
Robin of SherwoodMaster of the GameRoyal Variety Performance 1984
Remington Steele
Dear Brutus
The Curse of King Tut's Tomb
The BBC Television ShakespeareLittle Girl in Blue VelvetAs You Like It
The Duchess of Duke Street
PoldarkPoldarkMore Awkward CustomersAwkward Customers
Bedtime StoriesOnce the Killing StartsGraceless Go IMomentsJoe's Ark
ThrillerBaffled!The Love Ban
Crown CourtCrown CourtThe ProtectorsUnder Milk Wood
Catch Me a SpyHands of the RipperThe Bristol EntertainmentHell's AngelOffice Party
Play for TodayPlay for TodayJane Eyre
ITV Saturday Night TheatreDoctor in the HouseThe Way We Live Now
ITV Playhouse
BBC Play of the MonthThirty-Minute Theatre
The Avengers
Armchair Theatre
Hallmark Hall of Fame
Pygmalion

Full Filmography

50 titles

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What movies or TV shows is Angharad Rees best known for?

Angharad Rees is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Police Story 4: First Strike (1996), Close to Home (1989), Screen Two (1985), Friday the 13th (1980).

When and where was Angharad Rees born?

Angharad Rees was born on July 16, 1944 in Edgware, Middlesex, England, UK. They passed away on July 21, 2012.

How many credits does Angharad Rees have?

Angharad Rees has accumulated over 50 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2002.

What is Angharad Rees's background in cinema and television?

Angharad Mary Rees was a Welsh actress and jewellery designer born on July 16, 1944, in Edgware, Middlesex, England. She is best known for her television work during the 1970s, specifically her leading role as Demelza in the BBC costume drama Poldark. Her acting credits include appearances in Under Milk Wood and Hands ...

Angharad Rees by the numbers

50credits
24films
26TV series
1948–2002active years

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