Brenda Forbes

Born: 1909-01-14

Birthplace: Wandsworth, London, England, UK

Biography

Born as Dorothy Brenda Taylor, Brenda adopted the last name Forbes as did her two notable acting relatives: mother Mary (born Ethel Louise) and brother Ralph. Like her relatives, she moved to the United States to further pursue her acting career. While her film roles were limited, she worked on stage for decades. Shortly before her death, she published her memoirs, "Five Minutes, Miss Forbes."

Known For

Mrs. Miniver
The Jerky Boys
The White Cliffs of Dover
This Above All
Mrs. Delafield Wants to Marry
Miss Polly
The Perfect Gentleman
The Man Upstairs
Vigil in the Night
Laura Lansing Slept Here

Top Movie Credits

The Jerky Boys Rich Woman with Necklace at Tut's
The Perfect Gentleman Penelope the Maid