Alison Leggatt

Biography

Alison Leggatt was a renowned English character actress born in London's Kensington district on February 7, 1904. She began her career on stage, with notable roles including Aunt Sylvia in This Happy Breed and Mrs. Hurst in John Schlesinger's Far from the Madding Crowd. Her screen appearances also showcased her versatility, opposite Petula Clark in three films, before her final role as a nosy neighbour in The Seven-Per-Cent Solution.