Siân Phillips
Welsh actress and singer in theatre
Born
May 14th, 1933
92 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An accomplished actress and singer, this individual gained prominence in both theatre and television. Prominent roles included playing the character Livia in the BBC historical drama 'I, Claudius' and portraying the title character in the one-woman play 'The Last of Mrs. Cheyney'. Career highlights span several decades, with performances in a variety of notable productions across the UK and beyond, showcasing a strong presence in the performing arts.
Played Livia in 'I, Claudius'
Starred in 'The Last of Mrs. Cheyney'
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