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Anna Neagle

Acting

Born October 20, 1904 · Forest Gate, Essex, England, UK

Died June 3, 1986

Also known as Florence Marjorie Wilcox

Biography

Dame Florence Marjorie Wilcox (October 20, 1904 - June 3, 1986), DBE, known professionally as Anna Neagle, was an English stage and film actress, singer and dancer. Neagle was a successful box-office draw in the British cinema for 20 years and was voted the most popular star in Britain in 1949.

Awards & recognition

  • Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire · 1969
  • Commander of the Order of the British Empire · 1952

Filmography8 titles