Helen Worth Biography
Helen Worth (born Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth) is an English actress famously known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street, a role that she has played since 1974. For her 40 years on the show, she received the Outstanding Achievement Award at the 2014 British Soap Awards.
Helen Worth Age
Worth is 70 years old as of 2021, she was born on 7 January 1951, in Ossett, West Riding of Yorkshire, England. She celebrates her birthday on 7 January every year and her birth sign is Capricorn.
Helen Worth Height
Worth is 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 meters) and weighs 50 kg( 110 lbs).
Helen Worth Education
Worth studied at a private school. When she was eight years old, her parents fostered Wilson Kpikpitse. When Kpikpitse turned 11, he was sent to England as an overseas student. She later attended the Corona Theatre School in London.
Helen Worth Parents
Her mother’s name is Gladys Wigglesworth and her father’s name is Alfred Wigglesworth. She was raised in Morecambe, Lancashire. Helen’s mother died in a hit-and-run road accident.
Helen Worth Sibling
She has a brother named Neville Wigglesworth.
Is Helen Worth Married? Helen Worth Husband
Worth has a house in London. She married Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends narrator Michael Angelis in 1991. Worth forgave Angelis when he admitted to an affair in 1995, but they divorced in 2001 after he had another affair with model Jennifer Khalastchi.
Following this, it was mistakenly reported by The Sun newspaper that Worth was dating London restaurant owner Simon Hopkinson. Worth married London music teacher Trevor Dawson on 6 April 2013.
Helen Worth Salary
Details about Worth’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much she makes will be updated as soon as it is available.
Helen Worth Net Worth
Worth’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $10 million. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as an actress. Through her various sources of income, Worth has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Helen Worth Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Worth.
Helen Worth Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Helen Worth
- Popular As: Cathryn Helen Wigglesworth
- Gender: Female
- Occupation / Profession: Actor
- Nationality: American
- Race / Ethnicity: White
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Helen Worth Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 69 years old
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Date of Birth: January 7, 1951
- Place of Birth: Ossett, United Kingdom
- Birthday: January 7
Helen Worth Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Not Available
- Height / How Tall?: 5′ 5″ (in Feet)
- Weight: 50 kg( 110 lbs)
- Eye Color: Dark brown
- Hair Color: Blonde
- Shoe Size: 7 (US)
- Dress Size: 4 (US)
- Breast Size: Not Available
- Waist Size: Not Available
- Hip Size: Not Available
Helen Worth Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Alfred Wigglesworth
- Mother: Gladys Wigglesworth
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Neville Wigglesworth (Older Brother)
- Marital Status: Married
- Husband/Spouse: Married to Trevor Dawson (m. 2013), Michael Angelis (m. 1991–2001)
- Children: None
Helen Worth Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $1 million and $10 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Actress
Helen Worth House and Cars
- Place of living: Greater Manchester, England
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Helen Worth Career
After graduating from drama school, Worth worked in repertory theatre, which included a year with the BBC Radio repertory company.
She has had uncredited bit-parts in the films, Oliver! (1968) and The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969), and appeared on television in the Doctor Who story Colony in Space (1971), The Doctors, Helen: A Woman of Today (1973), Within These Walls (1974) and The Carnforth Practice (1974). She joined Coronation Street in 1974 and has remained with the soap since then.
Worth stated she does not plan to leave Coronation Street, saying she’s happy with Gail’s never-ending drama, and that it’s a job she loves.
In an interview with GMTV in January 2010, Worth said she loves Gail’s storylines and praised the writers for giving her some great plots over the years, and which she hopes will continue.
On 9 June 2014, a one-off special about Worth, Gail & Me, aired on ITV. The 30-minute documentary celebrated Worth’s 40 years as Gail.
Helen Worth Charity Work
Worth is a patron of the Born Free Foundation, an international wildlife charity working throughout the world to stop individual wild animal suffering and protect threatened species in the wild.
She appeared on television fronting campaigns and joined them at the House of Commons in 2006, to speak about the proposed changes to the Animal Welfare Bill and campaign for the retirement of Anne, the UK’s last remaining circus elephant.
She is a supporter of the charity ActionAid and has visited Sierra Leone in support of its work there.
Helen Worth Awards
Worth has been honored twice with the Outstanding Achievement Award” at awards ceremonies for her performance as Gail in Coronation Street. In September 2006, Worth won the “Outstanding Achievement Award” at the Inside Soap Awards.
Then, on 25 May 2014, Worth won the “Outstanding Achievement Award” at The British Soap Awards 2014 Worth received the British Soap Award for Scene of the Year in 2019 for a monologue she performed, which was also nominated for a BAFTA TV Award.
Frequently Asked Questions About Helen Worth
Who is Helen Worth?
Worth is an English actress. She is known for portraying the role of Gail Platt in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street, a role that she has played since 1974.
How old is Helen Worth?
Worth was born on January 7, 1951, in Ossett, United Kingdom. She is 69 years as of 2020
How tall is Helen Worth?
Helen stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches.
Is Helen Worth married?
She married Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends narrator Michael Angelis in 1991. Worth forgave Angelis when he admitted to an affair in 1995, but they divorced in 2001 after he had another affair with model Jennifer Khalastchi. Following this, it was mistakenly reported by The Sun newspaper that Worth was dating London restaurant owner Simon Hopkinson. Worth married London music teacher Trevor Dawson on 6 April 2013.
How much is Helen worth?
Helen has an approximate net worth of $1 and $10 million. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the entertainment industry.
Where does Helen live?
Worth is a resident of Greater Manchester, England, we shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.
Is Helen dead or alive?
Worth is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.
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