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Who is Gillian Taylforth?
For more than four decades, Gillian Taylforth has been a talented English actress who has graced the screen. In Islington, London, England, where she was born on August 14, 1955, she is now a household name in the UK and abroad. Taylforth’s versatility and range have made her a well-loved figure in the entertainment industry by playing diverse roles in television, film, and theatre.
| Real Name/Full Name | Gillian Taylforth |
| Date Of Birth | August 14, 1955 |
| Age | 69 years old |
| Birthplace | Islington, London, England |
| Nationality | British. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Scorpio |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inch |
| Weight | 60 kg |
| Spouse | Geoff Knights (Divorced) |
| Children | Jessica Knights, and Hannah Knights. |
| Siblings | Christopher Taylforth, and Matthew Taylforth. |
| Profession | Actress. |
| Net worth | $17 Million. |
Biography
In May 2024, Gillian Taylforth will be 67 years of age. Born to Marge and Ronnie in Islington, London, England on August 14, 1955, she has since then grown into 67 years old. Her early childhood education was at William Tyndale Junior School and she later transferred to Barnsbury Secondary School for Girls. Kingsway College of Further Education was where the actress attended for her higher education. Later, she enrolled in Anna Scher Theatre School in London, where she developed her acting skills.
Personal Life
The media has been paying close attention to Gillian Taylforth’s personal life. Geoff Knights and her were married in 1994, and they had two daughters, Jessica and Hannah.
In 2009, their marriage came to an end Taylforth has made it clear that she has experienced depression and anxiety, using her platform to raise awareness and reduce stigma around mental health issues.
Career
Gillian worked as a secretary in the 1970s before gaining any significant roles. On the side, she employed herself as a secretary to pay her bills. Despite her success, she eventually took a major break from her acting career. Hi-de-Hi!, Shelley, Play for Today, The Rag Trade, On Safari, Minder, and Sink or Swim all featured her as a guest star in the comedy series.
She portrayed Sherry in The Long Good Friday, a movie she was cast in in 1980. Although Taylforth’s role was a minor one, the film was a hit as it followed the life of Harold (Bob Hoskins), a prosperous English gangster trying to become a legitimate property mogul. His plans are impeded by the discovery of bombs at inconvenient locations. The celebrity has appeared on reality TV as well. In 2008, she made a name for herself as a celebrity contestant on Strictly Come Dancing. Her time on the show was brief due to her being voted off in week 2. In 2013, she competed on Big Brother as a contestant. Her stint on the show was also limited. In the big brother house, she was the fourth person to be kicked out.
Kathy Beale is the character played by her and she has been married thrice, but all of her marriages ended in divorce. In the past, she was married to Pete Beale, Phil Mitchell, and Gavin Sullivan. Donna Ludlow, Ian Beale, and Ben Mitchell are the three kids she’s got. Her character on the show addresses diverse issues that women encounter in society. Teenage pregnancy, domestic violence, and alcoholism are just some of the topics discussed in the show.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Gillian Taylforth owns $17 Million in assets. Her main source of income is her acting career. Furthermore, she earns money from the sales of her books. Kathy and Me, her life biography, is the title of her written book. 1995 was the year when the book was released.
