Rachel Kempson
Biography
Rachel Kempson was a female English actress. Born on May 28, 1910, in Dartmouth, Devon, England, UK, she was also known as Lady Rache. Kempson's acting career spanned a total of 59 credits. She passed away on May 24, 2003, at the age of 92. Rachel Kempson was married to Michael Redgrave, and was the matriarch of a famous acting dynasty.
Career overview
Rachel Kempson was an English actress. She began her acting career, with 59 known credits. Kempson's work primarily consisted of acting in various films and television shows. The exact nature and extent of her acting work are not specified in the available information.
Kempson was known by her birth name, and also by the alias Lady Rache. Her acting career spanned several decades, during which she appeared in a significant number of productions. The exact duration of her career and the specific titles of her work are not provided in the available sources.
Kempson's acting career was marked by her contributions to the English film and television industry. Her work had a notable impact on the industry, with 59 known credits to her name. The exact nature and extent of her contributions are not specified in the available information.
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Full Filmography
68 titles- Déjà Vu (1998) as Skelly's Mother
- Michael Redgrave: My Father (1997) as Self
- Performance (1991) as Mariya Vasilyevna
- For the Greater Good (1991) as Dame Margaret Delysia
- Uncle Vanya (1991) as Mariya Vasilyevna
- Lorna Doone (1990) as Lady Dugal
- Vivien Leigh: Scarlett and Beyond (1990) as Self
- She's Been Away (1989) as Matilda
- Stealing Heaven (1988) as Prioress
- Worlds Beyond (1986) as Alice Pearcy
- Out of Africa (1985) as Lady Belfield
- The Black Tower (1985) as Grace Willison
- The Jewel in the Crown (1984) as Lady Manners
- Camille (1984) as Hortense
- The Boxwallah (1982) as Amelia
- Blunt Instrument (1981) as Mrs. Miller
- Little Lord Fauntleroy (1980) as Lady Lorradaile
- Jude (1980) as Louisa
- Kate: The Good Neighbour (1980) as Kate Dawson
- Tales of the Unexpected (1979) as Mrs Mason
- Tales of the Unexpected (1979) as Nell Bridges
- Sweet Wine of Youth (1979) as Mrs Brooke
- The Winter Ladies (1979) as Miss Ives
- Playhouse (1974) as Mrs. Brooke
- Jennie: Lady Randolph Churchill (1974) as Duchess of Marlborough
- Jennie: Lady Randolph Churchill (1974) as Duchess of Marlborough
- Country Matters (1972) as Miss Wills
- Breeze Anstey (1972) as Miss Wills
- The House on Highbury Hill (1972) as Mrs. Anderson
- Elizabeth R (1971) as Kat Ashley
- The Grass Widows (1971) as Mrs. Augusthorpe
- Play for Today (1970) as Mrs. Anderson
- Play for Today (1970) as Louisa
- Tales of Unease (1970) as Sarah
- Jane Eyre (1970) as Mrs. Fairfax
- It’s Too Late Now (1970) as Sarah
- ITV Saturday Night Theatre (1969) as Celia Lavender
- W. Somerset Maugham (1969) as Jane Fowler
- Suspect (1969) as Phyllis Segal
- The Virgin Soldiers (1969) as Mrs Raskin
- A Touch of Love (1969) as Sister Harvey
- Two Gentlemen Sharing (1969) as Mrs. Ashby-Kydd
- The Expert (1968) as Miss Daley
- The Charge of the Light Brigade (1968) as Mrs Codrington
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Phyllis Segal
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Miss Ives
- ITV Playhouse (1967) as Amelia
- Sleeping Dog (1967) as Lady Caroline
- The Jokers (1967) as Mrs. Tremayne
- Death of a Teddy Bear (1967) as Eve
- Grand Prix (1966) as Mrs. Stoddard
- Georgy Girl (1966) as Ellen Leamington
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Fraulein von Kesten
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Mrs. Whitefield
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Ruth Wilcox
- BBC Play of the Month (1965) as Miss Trafalgar Gower
- Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Miss Winton
- Thirty-Minute Theatre (1965) as Caroline
- Curse of the Fly (1965) as Madame Fournier
- The Wednesday Play (1964) as Phyllis Brendon
- The Third Secret (1964) as Mildred Hoving
- Tom Jones (1963) as Bridget
- Colonel March of Scotland Yard (1956) as Helen Rune
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Mary Racey
- Armchair Theatre (1956) as Lady Byass
- The Sea Shall Not Have Them (1954) as Mrs. Waltby
- A Woman's Vengeance (1948) as Emily Maurier
- The Captive Heart (1946) as Celia Mitchell
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rachel Kempson best known for?
Rachel Kempson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Worlds Beyond (1986), Out of Africa (1985), The Black Tower (1985), One Million Years B.C. (1966).
When and where was Rachel Kempson born?
Rachel Kempson was born on May 28, 1910 in Dartmouth, Devon, England, UK. They passed away on May 24, 2003.
How many credits does Rachel Kempson have?
Rachel Kempson has accumulated over 68 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1946 to 1998.
What is Rachel Kempson's background in cinema and television?
Rachel Kempson was a female English actress. Born on May 28, 1910, in Dartmouth, Devon, England, UK, she was also known as Lady Rache. Kempson's acting career spanned a total of 59 credits. She passed away on May 24, 2003, at the age of 92. Rachel Kempson was married to Michael Redgrave, and was the matriarch of a famo...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Expert (1968) as Miss Daley — aged about 58
- Elizabeth R (1971) as Kat Ashley — aged about 61
- Colonel March of Scotland Yard (1956) as Helen Rune — aged about 46
- Little Lord Fauntleroy (1980) as Lady Lorradaile — aged about 70
- Jennie: Lady Randolph Churchill (1974) as Duchess of Marlborough — aged about 64
- Grand Prix (1966) as Mrs. Stoddard — aged about 56
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