Thelma Barlow
Biography
Thelma Barlow is an English television actress and writer. She is known for her roles in Coronation Street and dinnerladies. Born on June 19, 1929, in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England, she is the oldest living female Coronation Street cast member. Barlow's career spans multiple television shows and series. She has appeared in a total of 21 known credits.
Career overview
Thelma Barlow is a well-known English television actress. She has appeared in a long-running ITV soap opera, where she played the role of Mavis Wilton. This soap opera is notable for its extensive run on television.
In addition to her work on the soap opera, Barlow has also appeared in a BBC One sitcom, where she portrayed the character of Dolly Bellfield. This sitcom is also notable for its run on television.
Thelma Barlow has been involved in other television projects, including a role in the television series Doktor Martin and a role in the television series Pán času.
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Full Filmography
21 titles- Sleepless in Settle (2024) as Barbara
- Dinnerladies Diaries (2018) as Self
- Florence Foster Jenkins (2016) as Mrs. Oscar Garmunder
- Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2011) as Self - Participant
- Is Anybody There? (2009) as Ena
- Doctor Who (2005) as Lady Thaw
- Mrs. Henderson Presents (2005) as Lady Conway
- The Royal (2003) as Ada
- Thora Hird Tribute (2003) as Dolly (archive footage, uncredited)
- Sweet Charity (2002) as Jan
- David Copperfield (1999) as Mrs. Heep
- dinnerladies (1998) as Dolly Bellfield
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Mrs. Beverley
- Coronation Street - The Feature Length Special (1995) as Mavis Wilton
- Pebble Mill (1991) as Self
- Murder Most Horrid (1991) as Mrs Drapes
- The Word (1990)
- Cluedo (1990) as Herself
- Countdown (1982)
- A Ghost Story for Christmas (1971) as Letitia
- The Stalls of Barchester (1971) as Letitia Haynes
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Thelma Barlow best known for?
Thelma Barlow is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Florence Foster Jenkins (2016), Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2011), The Women on the 6th Floor (2011), The Paul Lynde Show (1972).
When and where was Thelma Barlow born?
Thelma Barlow was born on June 19, 1929 in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England, UK.
How many credits does Thelma Barlow have?
Thelma Barlow has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1971 to 2024.
What is Thelma Barlow's background in cinema and television?
Thelma Barlow is an English television actress and writer. She is known for her roles in Coronation Street and dinnerladies. Born on June 19, 1929, in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England, she is the oldest living female Coronation Street cast member. Barlow's career spans multiple television shows and series. She h...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Doctor Who (2005) as Lady Thaw — aged about 76
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Mrs. Beverley — aged about 68
- A Ghost Story for Christmas (1971) as Letitia — aged about 42
- David Copperfield (1999) as Mrs. Heep — aged about 70
- Murder Most Horrid (1991) as Mrs Drapes — aged about 62
- Cluedo (1990) as Herself — aged about 61
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