Ann Plowright
British actress (1929–2025)
1929 — 2025
Quick Facts
Profession
British actress (1929–2025)
Born
October 28, 1929
Died
2025 (age ~96)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, stage actor, television actor
United KingdomBorn in BriggDied in Northwood
1929
Born in Brigg (1929-10-28)
1961
AwardTony Award for Best Actress in a Play
1970
AwardCommander of the Order of the British Empire
1993
AwardGolden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture
1993
AwardGolden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries or Television Film
1994
AwardAbout
Joan Ann Olivier, Baroness Olivier, commonly known as Dame Joan Plowright, was an English actress whose career spanned over six decades. She received several accolades including two Golden Globe Awards, an Olivier Award, and a Tony Award as well as nominations for an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award. She was made a Dame by Queen Elizabeth II in 2004.
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Who is Ann Plowright?+
Joan Ann Olivier, Baroness Olivier, commonly known as Dame Joan Plowright, was an English actress whose career spanned over six decades. She received several accolades including two Golden Globe Awards, an Olivier Award, and a Tony Award as well as nominations for an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards,
What does the name Ann mean?+
The name Ann means "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From Ann. Variant of Anna and Anne.". It is of English origin.
When was Ann Plowright born?+
Ann Plowright was born on October 28, 1929.
When did Ann Plowright die?+
Ann Plowright died in 2025, at approximately 96 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From Ann. Variant of Anna and Anne.
The name Ann is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From Ann. Variant of Anna and Anne.". It is traditionally a female name.
Other famous people named Ann
Ann — October 28, 1929
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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That scene. You know the one. Oscar-worthy every time.
— a cinephile
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
Respect.
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