Barbara Edith Eileen Wilshere (born 7 December 1959) is a South African-born British actress who has appeared in theatre, films and television.

Early life

Born in Bloemfontein, South Africa, Barbara returned with her family to Cheshire in 1965. She attended Wilmslow County Grammar School for Girls, and subsequently The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Career

She was the guest lead in the fourth episode of ''

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'' (Carol Broadbent), '' The Paradise Club'' (Carol Kane), '' Between the Lines'' (Kate Roberts) and '' The Lakes'' (Dr. Sarah Kilbride). Her television work also includes ''

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'' and '' Peak Practice''. In 2020, she portrayed the role of Miriam Shaw in an episode of the BBC soap opera ''

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miniseries '' The Reckoning''. Her film work includes '' Dean Spanley'' with Peter O’Toole, and '' Another Life'' with

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Personal life

Barbara married the actor Paul Ridley in 1989 and they have two sons, Jack and Hugo.

References

External links

*
Barbara's page on Spotlight the Actors' website

Barbara Wilshere's website

Jack Ridley's website
{{DEFAULTSORT:Wilshere, Barbara 1959 births Living people Actresses from Cheshire Alumni of Bristol Old Vic Theatre School People from Bloemfontein Actors from Wilmslow Place of birth missing (living people)