Yvonne Gilan
Biography
Yvonne Gilan works in acting. Born October 12, 1931 in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. Died June 14, 2018. Archytele tracks 16 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- The House of Eliott (1991) as Faith Bannister
- French Fields (1989) as Madame Nadal
- French Fields (1989) as Old Woman
- Empire of the Sun (1987) as Mrs. Lockwood
- Blood Hunt (1986) as Widow Macleay
- EastEnders (1985) as Mrs McCabe
- Another Time, Another Place (1983) as Jess
- Chariots of Fire (1981) as Mrs Liddell
- Shoestring (1979) as Rosemary Mortimer
- Agatha (1979) as Mrs. Braithwaite
- Fawlty Towers (1975) as Mrs. Peignoir
- Amy, Wonderful Amy (1974) as Lady
- Little Tom Thumb (1966) as Narrator
- Public Eye (1965) as Beryl
- The Peaches (1964) Writer
- Faces of Jim (1961) as Judith Chalmers
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Yvonne Gilan best known for?
Yvonne Gilan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The House of Eliott (1991), French Fields (1989), French Fields (1989), Empire of the Sun (1987).
When and where was Yvonne Gilan born?
Yvonne Gilan was born on October 12, 1931 in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. They passed away on June 14, 2018.
How many credits does Yvonne Gilan have?
Yvonne Gilan has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1961 to 1991.
What is Yvonne Gilan's background in cinema and television?
Yvonne Janette Gilan was a Scottish actress who is best known for her portrayal of Mme. Peignoir in Fawlty Towers (episode "The Wedding Party") and minor roles in both EastEnders and French Fields. She was married to the television director Michael Gill, and was the mother of the late journalist, Adrian, known as A. A....
Yvonne Gilan by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Fawlty Towers (1975) as Mrs. Peignoir — aged about 43
- Public Eye (1965) as Beryl — aged about 33
- Shoestring (1979) as Rosemary Mortimer — aged about 47
- Empire of the Sun (1987) as Mrs. Lockwood — aged about 55
- French Fields (1989) as Madame Nadal — aged about 57
- French Fields (1989) as Old Woman — aged about 57
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