Coral Atkins was an English actress best known for her roles in “Victims of Apartheid,” “Nipper,” and “A Family at War.” She was born on September 13, 1936, in Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey, England.
Personal and Family Life
Coral Atkins was raised in Berkshire, despite her family origins in Liverpool. She had a passion for the arts and ran away from home at the age of 17 to pursue her dreams. Although she initially wanted to be an artist like her father, she discovered her talent for acting after starting as an assistant stage manager with a small touring company. She later took part in repertory theatre in Guilford.
Marriage and Children
Coral was married to Jeremy Young in April 1960, but the couple later divorced. She also had a relationship with Peter Whitehead, with whom she had a son named Harry. Throughout her life, Atkins balanced her personal responsibilities while pursuing her acting career.
Death and Legacy
Coral Atkins passed away from cancer on December 2, 2016, in Newbury, Berkshire, England. Her contributions to television and film have left a lasting impact on the industry, and she is remembered for her versatile performances and dedication to her craft.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Victims of Apartheid | 1978-10-24 | Carrie |
| Nipper | 1977-11-15 | Jean |
| The Night Before The Morning After | 1966-04-02 | Girl |
| The Hard Knock | 1962-07-08 | Rita |
| Callan | 1967-07-08 | |
| A Family at War | 1970-04-14 | Sheila Ashton |
| The Sweeney | 1975-01-02 | Brenda Keever |
| The Likely Lads | 1964-12-16 | Deirdre |