Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
October 12, 1931
Place of Birth:
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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Yvonne Gilan
Biography
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. Gill.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Empire of the Sun | Mrs. Lockwood |
| 1986 | Blood Hunt | Widow Macleay |
| 1983 | Another Time, Another Place | Jess |
| 1981 | Chariots of Fire | Mrs Liddell |
| 1979 | Agatha | Mrs. Braithwaite |
| 1974 | Amy, Wonderful Amy | Lady |
| 1966 | Little Tom Thumb | Narrator |
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | The House of Eliott | Faith Bannister |
| 1989 | French Fields | Madame Nadal |
| 1989 | French Fields | Old Woman |
| 1985 | EastEnders | Mrs McCabe |
| 1975 | Fawlty Towers | Mrs. Peignoir |
| 1965 | Public Eye | Beryl |