Fay Compton

Fay Compton

Known For: English actress (1894–1978)

Category: Actresses

Occupation: actor, stage actor, film actor

Country: United Kingdom

City: Kensington

Date of Birth: Tuesday, 18 September 1894

Died: 1978-12-12 00:00:00 in Q84

Language English

Virginia Lilian Emmeline Compton-Mackenzie,, known professionally as Fay Compton, was an English actress. She appeared in several films, and made many broadcasts, but was best known for her stage performances. She was known for her versatility, and appeared in Shakespeare, drawing room comedy, pantomime, modern drama, and classics such as Ibsen and Chekhov. In addition to performing in Britain, Compton appeared several times in the US, and toured Australia and New Zealand in a variety of stage plays.

BirthPlaceKensington
AwardsQ12201477
SpousesH. G. Pelissier, Leon Quartermaine, Laurie de Freece, Ralph Michael
ChildrenAnthony Pelissier
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