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Mercier, Sheila (1919-2019)

Sheila Mercier was an English actress, best known for her role as Annie Sugden in the long-running ITV soap opera Emmerdale Farm .

Early Life and Career:

• Born on January 1, 1919, in Hull, England.
• Began her acting career in repertory theater in the 1940s.
• Made her film debut in The Glass Mountain (1949).

Emmerdale Farm and Later Career:

• Joined the cast of Emmerdale Farm in 1972 as Annie Sugden, the matriarch of the Sugden family.
• Played the role for over 20 years, becoming one of the most beloved characters in British soap opera history.
• Received a British Soap Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2002.

Personal Life:

• Married actor Peter Gilmore in 1944.
• Had one daughter, Susan Gilmore.
• Passed away on December 12, 2019, at the age of 100.

Legacy:

• Considered one of the greatest British soap opera actresses.
• Her portrayal of Annie Sugden became an iconic character in television history.
• Inspired generations of actors and viewers.

Social Media:

• No known official social media accounts.

Recent Projects:

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Other Information:

• Was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 2001 for her services to drama.
• Autobiography: Annie and Me: The Autobiography of Sheila Mercier (1997).