Una Stubbs
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 1, 1937 in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England, UK
- Died
- August 12, 2021
- Active Years
- 1960–2017 (58 Years)
- Total Credits
- 64 credits in database
Biography
Una Stubbs (1 May 1937 – 12 August 2021) was an English actress, television personality and former dancer. Born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, she built a career that spanned British television, theatre and occasional film work. Stubbs is especially remembered for her performances as a regular in the sitcom Till Death Us Do Part and as Aunt Sally in the children’s series Worzel Gummidge. Over her career she accumulated sixty‑two credited appearances across screen and stage. Her work was characterised by extensive television roles, frequent theatrical engagements and a smaller number of film parts. Stubbs died at the age of 84.
Career overview
Una Stubbs (1 May 1937 – 12 August 2021) was an English actress and former dancer whose career was centred on British television and the theatre. Born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, she began working in the performing arts and became a familiar face on the small screen, where she appeared extensively across a range of programmes. Her television work also included occasional forays into film, although her primary reputation was built on her stage and TV performances.
Stubbs is particularly remembered for her role in the sitcom Till Death Us Do Part and for portraying Aunt Sally in the children’s series Worzel Gummidge. These parts highlighted her versatility, moving from adult comedy to beloved family entertainment. Throughout her career she maintained a steady presence in the United Kingdom’s entertainment landscape, contributing to both popular series and theatrical productions. Her long‑standing involvement in television, combined with her theatrical background, established her as a recognizable and respected figure in British acting until her death at the age of 84.
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64 titles- Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule (2017) as Self
- Murder on the Blackpool Express (2017) as Peggy
- Gypsy's Kiss (2017) as Vera
- The Durrells (2016) as Mrs. Haddock
- Sherlock: The Abominable Bride (2016) as Mrs. Hudson
- Mark Gatiss: A Study in Sherlock (2016) as Herself
- Golden Years (2016) as Shirley
- National Theatre Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses (2016) as Madame de Rosemonde
- The Tractate Middoth (2013) as Miss Chambers
- Call the Midwife (2012) as Gert Mills
- National Theatre Live: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (2012) as Mrs Alexander/Voice Six/Ensemble
- Celebrity Antiques Road Trip (2011) as Self - Participant
- Sherlock (2010) as Mrs. Hudson
- Fawlty Towers: Re-Opened (2009) as Self / Alice
- Benidorm (2007)
- Angel (2007) as Miss Dawson
- Mist: The Tale of a Sheepdog Puppy (2006) as Fern (voice)
- Mist: The Tale of a Sheepdog Puppy (2005) as Fern(voice)
- Agatha Christie's Marple (2004) as Mrs Pagett
- Who Do You Think You Are? (2004) as Self
- Von Trapped (2004) as Kath Moogan
- An Audience with Cliff Richard (1999) as Self
- The Worst Witch (1998)
- The Worst Witch (1998) as Miss Davina Bat
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Selina Jennings
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Audrey Braylesford
- Room 101 (1994) as Self
- Heartbeat (1992) as Anthea Cowley
- Pebble Mill (1991) as Self
- Victoria Wood (1989) as Una
- Tricky Business (1989) as Mrs. Breeze
- Worzel Gummidge Down Under (1987) as Aunt Sally
- Casualty (1986) as Joan Bannville
- In Sickness and in Health (1985) as Rita Rawlins
- Happy Families (1985) as Mother Superior
- Happy Families (1985) as Mother Superior
- Tottie: The Story of a Doll's House (1984) as Mrs. Plantagenet/Birdie (voice)
- Victor & Maria (1983) as Narrator (voice)
- The Wind in the Willows (1983) as Jailer's Daughter / Various
- Till Death... (1981) as Rita Rawlins (née Garnett)
- A Cup O' Tea An' A Slice O' Cake - Worzel Gummidge Christmas Special (1980) as Aunt Sally
- Give Us a Clue (1979) as Self - Girls Team Captain
- Worzel Gummidge (1979) as Aunt Sally
- The Cannon & Ball Show (1979) as Boat Lady
- An Audience with... (1978) as Self
- The Water Babies (1978) as (voice)
- Fawlty Towers (1975) as Alice
- Bedtime with Rosie (1975) as Rosie
- Penny Gold (1973) as Anna
- Shirley's World (1972)
- The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes (1971) as Katie Harris
- A Ghost Story for Christmas (1971) as Miss Chambers
- Bachelor of Arts (1971) as Policewoman
- Till Death Us Do Part (1969) as Rita Garnett
- Boy Meets Girl (1967) as Jane Baron
- Mister Ten Per Cent (1967) as Lady Dorothea - Later
- Till Death Us Do Part (1966) as Rita Rawlins (née Garnett)
- Three Hats for Lisa (1965) as Flora
- Wonderful Life (1964) as Barbara Tate
- The King's Breakfast (1963) as The Tweeny
- Summer Holiday (1963) as Sandy
- West 11 (1963) as Partygoer
- West 11 (1963) as Girl on her Knees at Party (uncredited)
- The Strange World of Gurney Slade (1960) as Klean-o girl
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What movies or TV shows is Una Stubbs best known for?
Una Stubbs is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Durrells (2016), Sherlock: The Abominable Bride (2016), Golden Years (2016), Call the Midwife (2012).
When and where was Una Stubbs born?
Una Stubbs was born on May 1, 1937 in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, England, UK. They passed away on August 12, 2021.
How many credits does Una Stubbs have?
Una Stubbs has accumulated over 64 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1960 to 2017.
What is Una Stubbs's background in cinema and television?
Una Stubbs (1 May 1937 – 12 August 2021) was an English actress, television personality and former dancer. Born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, she built a career that spanned British television, theatre and occasional film work. Stubbs is especially remembered for her performances as a regular in the sitcom Till...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Sherlock (2010) as Mrs. Hudson — aged about 73
- Worzel Gummidge Down Under (1987) as Aunt Sally — aged about 50
- Fawlty Towers (1975) as Alice — aged about 38
- The Strange World of Gurney Slade (1960) as Klean-o girl — aged about 23
- In Sickness and in Health (1985) as Rita Rawlins — aged about 48
- Victoria Wood (1989) as Una — aged about 52
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