The popular actress is a theatre hit in a West End play, but she says she's had a difficult year thanks to a shock illness, Want all the latest Showbiz news direct to your inbox? I dont think like that. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. She earned a bachelor's degree in English, theatre, and dance from Bretton Hall College. He lives in Delhi with the writer Gillian Wright; his wife Margaret, with whom he has four children, lives in London The actor Saeed Jaffrey was born in the Punjab and studied at Rada and in the USA. WebGillian Wright (born 5 May 1960) is an English actress, best known for portraying the role of Jean Slater on the BBC soap opera EastEnders since 2004, for which she has won a number of awards. Playing the role is a huge responsibility. Shes a superb actress.. The popular actress is a theatre hit in a West End play, but she says she's had a difficult year thanks to a shock illness. Gillian M Wright married David R Clayton in month 1976, at marriage place. Full body measurements, dress & shoe size will be updated soon. Eventually, they came up with an offer my agent couldnt refuse a years contract and a pension. Thankfully, Gillian has made a total recovery from her illness last June, but only after months of convalescence. Something went wrong, please try again later. I met a woman on the Tube who was off to see her son in a mental hospital. She was married in her 20s to musician Steve Wright, but they split after a few years. Wright leads the nationally funded European consortium of institutes that have developed the MIRI instrument in a partnership with NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, Calif. The actress said: He was touring Europe with the band Fiat Lux. Jump directly to the content. So, how much is Gillian Wright worth at the age of 62 years old? Primary Income source Soap Opera Actress (profession). She said: I said no. WebMost well known for her portrayal of Jean Slater on the popular British soap opera EastEnders, she is also notable for her appearances on The Bill and Dalziel & Pascoe. Gillian Margaret Swift was born on month day 1947. "I suddenly felt a sharp pain that wouldnt go away," she said. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. He lives in Delhi with the writer Gillian Wright; his wife Margaret, with whom he has four children, lives in London The actor Saeed Jaffrey was born in the Punjab and studied at Rada and in the USA. In an rare interview, Gillian told the Sunday Mirror: It was touch and go. Its turned into the role of my career., But if Jean really existed, would Gillian like her? (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({}); Aracely Armbula estimated Net Worth, Biography, Age, Height, Dating, Relationship Records, Salary, Income, Cars, Lifestyles & many more details have been updated below. Im doing Celebrity MasterChef and I cant find the bloody kitchen.. GILLIAN Wright is best know for playing the lovable Jean Slater in EastEnders, which she joined in 2004.But when the 61-year-old star isn't filming fo. Gillian Wright was born in England on May 5, 1960. If somebody had given me the choice of living with that pain a day longer or swallowing a pill to end it all, Id have taken the tablet. Actress Lacey Turner played Wrights EastEnders characters daughter, Stacey Slater. Majority of Gillians money comes from being a soap opera actress. The actress joined the cast of the show in 2004, and has been involved in plenty of dramatic storylines over the years. Talking about Jean, Gillian confessed she was initially reluctant to take on a role that made her a household name. Earlier in her career, she worked at the United Kingdom Infrared Telescope on Mauna Kea in Hawaii, where she became head of instrumentation. She is not dating anyone. Gillian Wright had her fair share of emotional hospital scenes playing EastEnders bipolar sufferer Jean Slater for 12 years. She earned a bachelors degree in English, theatre, and dance from Bretton Hall College. The actress, who is a drama teacher and theatre director, is currently treading the boards in the West End. Help keep Gillian Wright profile up to date. While little is known about Gillian's personal life, we do know she was married to musician Steve Wright. Gilian was a drama teacher and theatre director before finding fame in EastEnders, where she was originally only cast for one episode as Stacey Slater's mum. WebGillian Wright. Gillian said: It makes you high as a kite. After making numerous guest appearances from 2015 to 2017, the character of Jean was reintroduced in 2018 by former executive consultant John Yorke. She is famous for being a Soap Opera Actress. Something went wrong, please try again later. I was touring the UK in theatre shows. The actress said: He was touring Europe with the band Fiat Lux. WebShe is currently single. I met a woman on the Tube who was off to see her son in a mental hospital. According to our records, Gillian Wright is possibly single. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Born Gillian wright on 5th May, 1960 in Carshalton, South London, England, she is famous for Eastenders/ Calendar Girls in a career that spans 1993present. Gillian Wright has starred as Jean Slater on BBC Ones EastEnders for nearly two decades and has won numerous awards for her performance. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. [fetch instagram= display=posts show=2 ]. And my sister, Lois, and nephew, Stanley, were frantic, she said. We have no records of past relationships for Gillian Wright. Actress: EastEnders. Over and over again. She said: I suddenly felt this sharp pain in my stomach and it didnt go away. But you understand why she is how she is., Gillian has grown close to Lacey Turner, her on-screen daughter Stacey who suffers from psychiatric illness. Over and over again. In September 2013, she appeared in the world premiere of five visceral new short plays, under the collective title Religion and Anarchy, at the Jermyn Street Theatre. Who is Gillian Wright dating? He lives in Delhi with the writer Gillian Wright; his wife Margaret, with whom he has four children, lives in London The actor Saeed Jaffrey was born in the Punjab and studied at Rada and in the USA. And more recently, Gillian appeared in rival soap Holby City in 2015 as Lydia Rathbone during a two-year break from Walford. These hippie kids protested against the Vietnam War and participated in the civil rights movement. EastEnders: Stacey reveals to Jean Eve is her wife. I was touring the UK in theatre shows. GILLIAN Wright is best know for playing the lovable Jean Slater in EastEnders, which she joined in 2004.But when the 61-year-old star isn't filming fo. So, how much is Gillian Wright worth at the age of 62 years old? Gillian has also previously shared other handmade creations including a soft mermaid that features in her bedroom. 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