Olga Lowe
South African-English actress, Stage and TV star
Born
September 14th, 1919
106 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
South Africa
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Born in South Africa, an actress had a prominent career primarily in theatre and television. Active in the entertainment industry for several decades, roles included a notable performance in the British television series 'Crossroads'. The career spanned various productions both on stage and on screen, gaining recognition for versatility in roles. Throughout the years, involvement in both South African and British theatre contributed to a diverse portfolio of performances.
Featured in the TV series 'Crossroads'
Performed in various stage productions
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