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Miriam Margolyes
born 1941
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryMiriam Margolyes is a British and Australian comedian, writer, and actress. Known for her work as a character actor across film, television, and stage, she received the BAFTA for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Mrs Mingott in Martin Scorsese's The Age of Innocence (1993), and achieved international prominence with her portrayal of Professor Sprout in the Harry Potter film series (2001–2011). Margolyes was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2002 New Year Honours for Services to Drama.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
May 18, 1941
Oxford
Citizenship
United Kingdom · Australia
Occupations & fields
actorvoice actorcomedianstage actorfilm actor
Awards & honours
Officer of the Order of the British EmpireAudie Award for Best Female Narrator
Notable works
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