Quick Facts
Born:
1935-08-05
Birthplace:
Brighton, East Sussex, England, UK
Credits:
85 Total Roles
Wanda Ventham
Acting
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Biography
Wanda Ventham (born 5 August 1935) is an English television actress. She appeared in the third and fourth series of BBC's Sherlock in 2014 and 2017, where she played the title character's mum, with her son, actor Benedict Cumberbatch starring in the title role of Holmes.
In April 2014, People magazine featured her in its "Most Beautiful People in the World" edition.
In April 2014, People magazine featured her in its "Most Beautiful People in the World" edition.
Known For
Sherlock
Mrs. Holmes
Doctor Who
Jean Rock
Doctor Who
Thea Ransome
Doctor Who
Faroon
Midsomer Murders
Romany Rose
Coupling
Edna
Only Fools and Horses
Pamela Parry
Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie
Violet
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Departure TV | Wendy |
| 2016 | UFO From Earth to the Moon MOVIE | Self |
| 2016 | Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie MOVIE | Violet |
| 2013 | Father Brown TV | Ellen Jennings |
| 2012 | Run For Your Wife MOVIE | Woman on Bus |
| 2010 | Sherlock TV | Mrs. Holmes |
| 2005 | Asylum MOVIE | Bridie Straffen |
| 2003 | Mrs Caldicot's Cabbage War MOVIE | Victoria |
| 2000 | Coupling TV | Edna |
| 2000 | Randall & Hopkirk (Deceased) TV | Self |