Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Novelist, Writer, Actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Nationality
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Spouse
Gerald Scarfe (1981)
Children
3 children: Alexander David Scarfe, Katie Geraldine Scarfe, Rory Christopher Scarfe
Parents
Richard Asher, Margaret Eliot
Siblings
Clare Asher, Peter Asher
Education
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
Zodiac Sign
♈ Aries
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Name Origin
English < Hebrew (יוֹחָנָה)
Popularity
Tier B -- 35,509 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 7
Career
Career spanning 57 years (1954-2011)
Notable
First credit at age 8 -- started as a child actor
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Year context
Born in 1946 -- First meeting of the United Nations General Assembly; Harry S. Truman was US president
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (18)
AWARDS (1)
B
honorary doctorate
2015
WON
Biography
Jane Asher (born 5 April 1946) is an English actress. She has also developed a second career as a cake decorator and cake shop proprietor.
Connections (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Jane Asher?
Jane Asher is 79 years old, born on .
Where was Jane Asher born?
Jane Asher was born in Willesden, London, England.
What movies or shows has Jane Asher been in?
Jane Asher has 18 credits in our database. Notable titles include Brian Pern (2014), Crossing Lines (2013), George Harrison: Living in the Material World (2011), Three Act Tragedy (2010), The Palace (2008).
What is Jane Asher known for?
Jane Asher is primarily known as an actor. Jane Asher (born 5 April 1946) is an English actress. She has also developed a second career as a cake decorator and cake shop proprietor.
Where can I find more information about Jane Asher?
You can find more about Jane Asher on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.