Catherine Tate
Acting
Biography
Catherine Jane Ford (born 5 December 1969), known professionally as Catherine Tate, is an English actress, comedian and writer. She has won numerous awards for her work on the BBC sketch comedy series The Catherine Tate Show (2004–2007), as well as being nominated for an International Emmy Award and seven BAFTAs. Tate played Donna Noble in the 2006 Christmas special of Doctor Who, and later reprised her role for the fourth series in 2008, and 60th anniversary episodes in 2023.
Born: December 5, 1969
Place of Birth: Bloomsbury, London, England, UK
Known For
Saving the British Bulldog
Comedian, actress and dog lover Catherine Tate investigates the serious health problems affecting the British bulldog and what can be done to save it. Meeting breeders, dog owners and vets Catherine asks what's causing the bulldog's problems, as well as exploring the latest scientific research, which suggests controversial ways to save the breed. She also asks the Kennel Club, the leading authority in charge of pedigree dogs, whether they're doing enough.
The Ballad of Russell & Julie
David Tennant, Catherine Tate and John Barrowman thank Russell T. Davies and Julie Gardner for their work on Doctor Who in this charming tribute that was shown at the wrap party after their final episode.
Catherine Tate: Laughing at the Noughties
Sketch-show sensation Catherine Tate tells the story of the decade in which she became a household name. She meets with comedy glitterati Alan Carr, David Walliams, Noel Fielding, Rob Brydon and her Doctor Who co-star, David Tennant, all of whom reflect on the greatest comedy moments in recent history. As well as showcasing all the most entertaining, memorable comedy of the time, the documentary also features newsreel and pop culture archive that contextualises the gags. It reveals not just what was funny, but why it was funny. Catherine's journey provides new insight and revelations and features anecdotes from some of the biggest names in comedy.
imagine… Russell T Davies: The Doctor and Me
imagine... follows celebrated British TV writer Russell T Davies as he prepares to return as the showrunner of Doctor Who – with two Doctors and bigger ambitions.
Catherine Tate's Nan
Catherine Tate returns with one of her most beloved characters in a half-hour special following the life and hilarious antics of a potty-mouthed granny. When Nan's kitchen tap breaks, she visits the council to arrange to get it fixed. Whilst there, she causes mayhem and upset.
Little Britain Sketch
David Walliams reprises his iconic character Lou for the exclusive return of Little Britain with a very special guest - Professor Stephen Hawking. Also starring Catherine Tate.
David Tennant's Video Diary
David Tennant records behind the scenes interviews and glimpses into the production behind his three series of Doctor Who.
Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary Specials
The Doctor finds himself with an old face and something is very wrong. How can Donna remember him and why has he got one of his old faces back? A compilation release featuring "The Star Beast," "Wild Blue Yonder," and "The Giggle."
Doctor Who Live: The Afterparty
Zoe Ball and Rick Edwards get the party started for the celebration of 50 years of Doctor Who, with Doctors and companions past and present, celebrity fans and special surprises.
The Big Night In
Comic Relief and Children in Need join forces to deliver a very special night of television, hosted by Lenny Henry and Matt Baker.
Filmography
as Katja Vanderhoff
as Self - Host / Donna Noble (archive footage)
as Self (archive footage)
as Donna Noble (archive footage)
as Georgiana
as Juni Hakansdotter (voice)
as Laura / Ros / Ange / Big Viv / Marco / Anne Marie
as Nan / Joanie
as Baba Yaga (voice)
as Lauren Cooper
as Self - Presenter
as Boss
as Baba Yaga (voice)
as Magica De Spell (voice)
as Tamara
as Lauren Cooper
as Self - Host
as Self - Performer
as Anna
as Sapphire Diamond
as Nan
as Theresa
as Narrator (voice)
as Mummy
as Kirsty Henderson
as Sister
as Dulcia (voice UK Dub)
as Donna Noble (archive footage)
as Self
as Self
as Nan
as Donna Noble (archive footage)
as Miss Sarah Postern
as Nora (voice)
as Various Roles
as Self
as Self
as Self
as Self - Presenter
as Julie Gardner / Self
as Alicia Winthrop Scott
as Stella (voice)
as Beatrice
as Sue
as Queen Isabel
as Josephine
as Donna Noble (archive footage)
as Nan
as Donna Noble
as Joannie Taylor
as Self
as Lauren
as Self - Guest Presenter
as Self
as Dorothy Ratcliffe
as Self
as Karen Cooper
as Donna Noble
as Aunt Lila
as Sara
as Julie Jackson
as Tallulah Wentworth
as Self
as Self - Guest
as Mrs. Chadband
as Self
as Donna Noble
as Nellie Bertram
as Self - Host
as Self
as Wendy Midwich
as Mitzi Kosinski
as Joannie Taylor / Lauren Cooper
as Angela Phillips
as Self - Guest
as Various
as Self - Panellist
as Self - Host
as Jesson's P.A.
as Self
as Girlfriend
as Self - Guest
as Self - UK’s Spokesperson