Isla Blair

British actress and singer

Isla Blair - British actress and singer
Born

September 29th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An actress and singer based in the United Kingdom, prominent for theatre performances and television roles. Appeared in the BBC series 'The Brothers' and had a notable role in the film 'The Man Who Knew Too Little'. Worked extensively in stage productions, including works in London's West End. Also contributed to musical performances, displaying versatility in both acting and singing careers.

Appeared in 'The Brothers'

Featured in 'The Man Who Knew Too Little'

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