Lorraine Ashbourne Wiki, Biography
Lorraine Ashbourne, an American/Canadian, etc Actress is a cast member for the Bridgerton which premiered on the 16th of May 2024. She is popularly known for making appearances in movies/series/shows such as "The Street," "True Dare Kiss," "Thin Ice," "In a Land of Plenty," "Boon," "Playing the Field," "City Central," "Peak Practice," "The Bill," "Pie in the Sky," "Casualty," "In Suspicious Circumstances," "Mr. Wroe's Virgins," "Rich Tea and Sympathy," and "London's Burning."
Lorraine Ashbourne Height|Weight
Ashbourne stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches and weighs 68kg.
Lorraine Ashbourne Age
Ashbourne was born on 7 January 1961 in Manchester, England. Lorraine therefore celebrates her birthday on the 7th of January every year. She is 63 years old as of 2024.
Lorraine Ashbourne Parents|Siblings|Relatives
Ashbourne was born and raised in America to her loving parents who she manages to keep information about away from the limelight. She also manages to keep information regarding whether or not she has any siblings away from the limelight. We will update this information once more information is available to the public.
Lorraine Ashbourne Edurtner|Husband/Wife
In 1987, her boyfriend was actor Glyn Pritchard, who played Chef Paul on "Crossroads." Since 1993, she has been in a relationship with actor Andy Serkis, with whom she toured in a 1991 production while living in Hackney. Ashbourne married Andy Serkis on July 22, 2002. They have three children, all of whom are actors: Ruby, born in 1998; Sonny, born in 2000; and Louis, born in 2004.
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Lorraine Ashbourne Educational Background
While living in Fallowfield, Ashbourne attended Wilbraham High School. She was a member of the Stretford Children's Theatre and participated in the University of Manchester Stage Society and the Manchester Youth Theatre. She enrolled in the Webber Drama School on April 19, 1982.
Lorraine Ashbourne Job|Career|Biography
Ashbourne has appeared in numerous British TV series and films, including "The Street," "True Dare Kiss," "Thin Ice," "In a Land of Plenty," "Boon," "Playing the Field," "City Central," "Peak Practice," "The Bill," "Pie in the Sky," "Casualty," "In Suspicious Circumstances," "Mr. Wroe's Virgins," "Rich Tea and Sympathy," and "London's Burning." She also narrated "Happy Birthday" on BBC Two in 2004.
As a stage actress, Lorraine frequently performed at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester, where she played roles such as Kate Hardcastle in "She Stoops to Conquer" and Emilia in "Othello" alongside her husband, Andy Serkis.
Lorraine Ashbourne Distant Voices, Still Lives
In 1988, Ashbourne starred as Maisie Davies in a British period drama film. The film is divided into two parts, shot two years apart with the same cast and crew. The first part, "Distant Voices," depicts the early life of a working-class Catholic family with an abusive, violent, and hateful father. The second part, "Still Lives," follows the now-grown children as they navigate a more hopeful 1950s Britain, just a few years before the rise of rock and roll and The Beatles, yet it still feels like a different era.
Lorraine Ashbourne After the Flood
Ashbourne co-starred in the British crime mystery thriller series "After the Flood," playing the role of Molly Marshall. When an unidentified man is found dead in an underground car park after a catastrophic flood, PC Joanna Marshall is tasked with uncovering the truth behind his death.
Lorraine Ashbourne Alma's Not Normal
Ashbourne starred in the British sitcom "Alma's Not Normal," playing Joan Nuthall, Lin's mother and Alma's grandmother. Joan cared for Alma during her childhood when Lin was unable to. As an adult, Alma often visits Joan. Alma also visits her heroin-addicted mother, Lin, and convinces Joan to reconnect with Lin after a five-year estrangement.
Lorraine Ashbourne Adult Life Skills
Lorraine starred in the 2016 British comedy film "Adult Life Skills," portraying the character Marion. The film revolves around Anna, who, since the death of her twin brother Billy, has been stuck in a rut, approaching 30 and living in isolation in her mother Marion's garden shed. Anna spends her time creating videos using her thumbs as characters but keeps them to herself. A week before her birthday, Marion gives Anna an ultimatum: she must leave the shed, get a haircut, and stop dressing like a homeless teenager.
Lorraine Ashbourne Jane Eyre
Ashbourne appeared in the 2006 television series "Jane Eyre," portraying the character Mrs. Fairfax. In this adaptation of Charlotte Brontë's novel, Jane Eyre (portrayed by Georgie Henley) is raised as a poor relation in the household of her aunt, Mrs. Reed. As Jane matures, she is hired by Mrs. Fairfax, the housekeeper of Thornfield Hall, to work as a governess for young Adèle. The estate is owned by Mr. Rochester, who is romantically involved with the charming Blanche Ingram.
Lorraine Ashbourne Bridgerton
Ashbourne appeared in the American historical romance television series "Bridgerton," playing the character Mrs. Varley, the Featheringtons' housekeeper and confidant to Portia. When Marina Thompson arrives at the Featherington estate for the social season, Mrs. Varley realizes a month later that Marina must be pregnant, as she hasn't menstruated during her stay. Later, Mrs. Varley is one of the individuals Mrs. Wilson informs about Lord Berbrooke's illegitimate son. She starred alongside other renowned actors and actresses in the series who include:
- Simone Ashley
- Jonathan Bailey
- Adjoa Andoh
- Harriet Cains
- Bessie Carter
- Nicola Coughlan
- Kathryn Drysdale
- Ruth Gemmell
- Florence Hunt
- Martins Imhangbe
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