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English
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H. G. Pelissier (1911-1913), Laurie de Freece, Leon Quartermaine, Ralph Michael
Children
1 child: Anthony Pelissier
Parents
Edward Compton, Virginia Bateman
Sibling
Compton Mackenzie
Zodiac Sign
♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Name Origin
English < Latin
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Fay Compton is known for acting.
Born in Fulham, London, England, UK (died at age 84).
Recipient of the Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
Fay Compton has 35 credits in our database.
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Filmography (35)
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Biography
From Wikipedia
Fay Compton CBE (18 September 1894 – 12 December 1978) was an English actress from a notable acting lineage; her father was actor/manager Edward Compton; her mother, Virginia Bateman, was a distinguished member of the profession, as were her elder sister, the actress Viola Compton, and her uncles and aunts. Her grandfather was the 19th-century theatrical luminary Henry Compton. Author Compton Mackenzie was her elder brother.
Compton's film work is not as well known as her stage appearances. She appeared in more than forty films between 1914 and 1970. Her most popular performances in films are Odd Man Out (1947), Laughter in Paradise (1951), Orson Welles' Othello (1952), The Haunting (1963) and I Start Counting (1969).
Among her television performances, she appeared in 1965 with Michael Hordern in the television play, Land of My Dreams by Clive Exton. One of her last major roles was as Aunt Ann in the BBC's 1967 television adaptation of The Forsyte Saga. She had a successful career in the radio, television and gramophone recordings.
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How old was Fay Compton?
Fay Compton was born on and passed away on at the age of 84.
Where was Fay Compton born?
Fay Compton was born in Fulham, London, England, UK.
What movies or shows has Fay Compton been in?
Fay Compton has 35 credits in our database. Notable titles include One Summer's Day (1999), I Start Counting (1970), The Virgin and the Gypsy (1970), Journey to Midnight (1968), The Forsyte Saga (1967).
What is Fay Compton known for?
Fay Compton is primarily known as an actor. From Wikipedia Fay Compton CBE (18 September 1894 – 12 December 1978) was an English actress from a notable acting lineage; her father was actor/manager…
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