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Dilys Laye (born Dilys Lay; 11 March 1934 – 13 February 2009) was an English actress and singer, best known for her comedy roles, in which she was seen in the West End and on Broadway for more than fifty years, beginning in 1951. Although primarily a stage performer, she broadcast frequently on radio and television, and appeared in films.
A raven-haired, sometimes blonde (particularly in the earlier years) pretty actress, Dilys Laye was capable of a wide range of roles, from straight drama to comedy. She began in the 1950s, like most other British screen actresses of the era, in studio-system-style films.
Dilys Laye was one of Britain’s most experienced comedy actresses, best known for her appearances in the Carry On films. But she was equally adept in straight roles, notably with the Royal Shakespeare.
A raven-haired, sometimes blonde (particularly in the earlier years) pretty actress, Dilys Laye was capable of a wide range of roles, from straight drama to comedy. She began in the 1950s, like most other British screen actresses of the era, in studio-system-style films.
Dilys Laye. Actress. 11 March 1934 to 13 February 2009. As a comic actress, Laye was closely associated with the Carry On series, despite only appearing in four, Carry on Cruising (1962) and Carry on Spying (1964) among them.
Feb 19, 2009 · Comedic actress Dilys Laye has passed away at the age of 74. She had been suffering from cancer. Laye is best known for her roles in the 'Carry On' films and also appeared in the Charlie...
Credits (text only) Hide Actress (78 credits) 2008 The Commander: Abduction (TV Movie) Edna Sutton. 2008 Frankie Howerd: Rather You Than Me (TV Movie) Edith Howerd. 2001-2007 Doctors (TV Series) Gwendolyn Harrington / Aunt Patricia / Constance. - Deceptive Appearances (2007) ...
Mar 4, 2009 · Dilys Laye, who has died of cancer aged 74, starred in four of the classic Carry On films of the 1960s. The diminutive actress made a particularly memorable impression as the girlfriend...
Feb 13, 2009 · Alice in Wonderland. Carry On Doctor. EastEnders. On the Beat. Acting. Dilys Laye (11 March 1934 - 13 February 2009) was an English actres.
Dilys Laye, sometimes credited as Dilys Lay was an English actress and screenwriter, best known for comedy roles. She died of cancer aged 74.
