Born 1906 as Dorothy Isobel Cox in London, British actress Diana Wynyard was known for her work in both theater and film, especially during the 1930s and 1940s. She made a name for herself in the West End theater before transitioning to film, where she became popular for her elegant and poised performances.
Some of her notable film roles include appearances in Cavalcade (1933), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture, On the Night of the Fire (1939), and Gaslight (1940). She also worked with renowned directors like Alfred Hitchcock and appeared in multiple costume dramas and romantic films.
Her career spanned several decades, and she was particularly admired for her stage presence, as well as her ability to portray complex, emotionally rich characters. Though she wasn’t as widely known internationally as some of her contemporaries, Wynyard was a respected figure in British cinema and theater.
Wynyard was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1953. She died in 1964, aged 58. Take a look at these beautiful photos to see portraits of a young Diana Wynyard in the 1930s.
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