Phyllida Law Biography
Phyllida Ann Law (born May 8th, 1932) is a Scottish actress, famously known for her various characters in movies and TV. Ann was born in Glasgow, the daughter of Megsie ”Meg” and William Law, a journalist. She was engaged to actor Eric Thompson from 1957 until his death in 1982. Their daughters, Emma, and Sophie Thompson are both actresses.
Phyllida Law Age and Birthday
Ann was born on May 8th, 1932 in Glasgow, Scottland. She is currently at the age of 88 as of 2020. She always celebrates her birthday on May 8th, every year.
Phyllida Law Height and Weight
Ann appears to be quite tall in stature in her photos, relative to her surroundings, which is anything to go by. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Phyllida Law Education
Unfortunately, we don’t have any information regarding Ann’s educational background nor where she went to school. This information is currently under review and will be updated as soon as we get it from a credible source.
Phyllida Law Parents
There is no much information on Ann’s parent’s but it is certain that she was born in Glasgow, the daughter of Megsie ”Meg” and William Law, a journalist.
Phyllida Law Husband
She was married to the late actor Eric Thompson from 1957 until his death in 1982. Together they had two daughters; Emma and Sophie Thompson and are both actresses.
Grandchildren
She has four grandchildren from her daughters; Gaia Romilly Wise, Tindyebwa Agaba Wise, Ernie James Lumsden, and Walter Eric Lumsden.
Phyllida Law Facts And Body Measurements
- Full Names: Phyllida Ann Law
- Age/How Old: 88 years old
- Date of Birth: May 8th, 1932
- Place of Birth: Glasgow, Scottland.
- Birthday: May 8th,
- Fathers Name: William Law
- Mothers Name: Megsie ”Meg” Law
- Marital Status: married to Eric Thompson
- Children: Emma and Sophie Thompson
- Nationality: Scottish
- Profession: actress
- Known For: known for her various characters in movies and TV.
Phyllida Law Career
Including her appearances in Dixon of Dock Green, Rumpole of the Bailey and the 1972 adaptation of the Lord Peter Wimsey tale The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club, Law has worked extensively in television. She was cast in films such as Peter’s Friends in 1992, Much Ado About Nothing in 1993, where she played Ursula, alongside daughter Emma as Beatrice and The Winter Guest in 1997. In 1986, she was in the original London cast of La Cage aux Folles at the London Palladium, playing the role of Jacqueline.
She guest-starred in the Rosemary & Thyme episode entitled “Orpheus in the Undergrowth” as of May Beauchamp in 2004. Later in 2007, she guest-starred in two Doctor Who spin-off adventures: as Bea Nelson-Stanley in The Sarah Jane Adventures story “Eye of the Gorgon” and as Beldonia in the audio drama Doctor Who: The Bride of Peladon. Later in 2007, she played Aunt Auriel in the drama Kingdom starring Stephen Fry. She appeared as a guest star in Foyle’s War in 2008. Law published her first book, in November 2009. The book, “Notes to my Mother-In-Law” concerned the 17 years Law’s mother-in-law lived with the family from the mid-1960s until her death.
She appeared with Tony Slattery on Ready Steady Cook in January 2010. She starred in a short film entitled Love at First Sight alongside John Hurt which was shortlisted for an Oscar in 2012. She received an Honorary Doctorate from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2013 and an Honorary Doctor of Letters from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. In the 2014 Birthday Honours for services to drama and for charitable services, she was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE).
Phyllida Law Movies
- Otley (1968)
- The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club (1972)
- A Picture of Katherine Mansfield (1973)
- Hitler: The Last Ten Days (1973)
- Come Back Lucy (1978)
- The Barchester Chronicles (1982)
- Rumpole of the Bailey (1987)
- That’s Love (1988–92) (TV series)
- The House of Eliott (1991) (TV series)
- Peter’s Friends (1992)
- Much Ado About Nothing (1993)
- Play School (1964) (TV)
- Before the Rain (1994)
- The Blue Boy (1994) (TV film)
- Junior (1994)
- Hamish Macbeth (1995) (TV)
- Emma (1996)
- Anna Karenina (1997)
- The Winter Guest (1997)
- The Magical Legend of the Leprechauns (1999)
- Mad Cows (1999)
- Midsomer Murders (1999) (TV)
- Saving Grace (2000)
- The Time Machine (2002)
- Brush with Fate (2003) (TV film)
- I’ll Be There (2003) (film)
- Rosemary & Thyme (2004) (TV)
- Nanny McPhee (2005)
- Danny the Dog (2005)
- Mee-Shee: The Water Giant (2005)
- Afterlife (2005) (TV)
- Miss Potter (2006)
- Kingdom (2007—2009) (TV)
- The Sarah Jane Adventures (2007) (TV)
- The Waiting Room (2007)
- Miss Austen Regrets (2007)
- Foyle’s War (2008) (TV)
- Hallowe’en Party (2010) (TV)
- Ways to Live Forever (2010)
- Love at First Sight (2010)
- Doc Martin (2010) (TV)
- Arrietty (2011)
- Midsomer Murders (2011) (TV)
- New Tricks (2013) (TV)
Phyllida Law Books
- Dead Now Of Course
- Three Mothers (and a Camel)
- Notes to My Mother-in-Law and How Many Camels Are There in Holland?: Two-book Bundle
- How Many Camels Are There in Holland?: Dementia, Ma and Me
- Notes to My Mother-in-Law
Phyllida Law YouTube Channel
Phyllida Law Net Worth
Ann has not revealed her net worth. She is a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying her wealth. However, this section is under review, we will update you when details about her net worth are revealed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Phyllida Law
Who is Phyllida Law?
Phyllida Ann Law (born May 8th, 1932) is a Scottish actress, famously known for her various characters in movies and TV. Ann was born in Glasgow, the daughter of Megsie ”Meg” and William Law, a journalist.
How old is Phyllida Law?
Ann was born on May 8th, 1932 in Glasgow, Scottland. She is currently at the age of 88 as of 2020. She always celebrates her birthday on May 8th, every year.
How tall is Phyllida Law?
Ann appears to be quite tall in stature in her photos, relative to her surroundings, which is anything to go by. However, details regarding her actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We are keeping tabs and will update this information once it is out.
Is Phyllida Law married?
She was married to the late actor Eric Thompson from 1957 until his death in 1982. Together they had two daughters; Emma and Sophie Thompson and are both actresses.
How much is Phyllida Law’s Net Worth?
Ann has not revealed her net worth. She is a simple person and never likes to attract public attention by publicly displaying her wealth. However, this section is under review, we will update you when details about her net worth are revealed.