Portrait of Brenda Forbes

Brenda Forbes

Acting

Biography

Born as Dorothy Brenda Taylor, Brenda adopted the last name Forbes as did her two notable acting relatives: mother Mary (born Ethel Louise) and brother Ralph. Like her relatives, she moved to the United States to further pursue her acting career. While her film roles were limited, she worked on stage for decades. Shortly before her death, she published her memoirs, "Five Minutes, Miss Forbes."

Born: January 14, 1909

Place of Birth: Wandsworth, London, England, UK

Filmography

1995
The Jerky Boys

as Rich Woman with Necklace at Tut's

1992
1986
1962
1956
Blithe Spirit

as Mrs. Bradman

1942
Mrs. Miniver

as Gladys

1942
1941
Miss Polly

as Patsy

1940
Vigil in the Night

as Nora Dunn

1935
The Perfect Gentleman

as Penelope the Maid