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Irene Handl was born in Maida Vale, London, the younger of two daughters of an Austrian-born father—Friedrich (later Frederick) Handl (1874–1961) and German mother, Marie (née Schiepp or Schuepp; 1875–before 1924). Both of Handl's parents became naturalised British citizens.
Born to a wealthy Austrian banker and an aristocraric Frenchwoman. She was a passionate fan of Elvis Presley and a leading member of his UK fan club in the 1970s. In her old age, she was offered the role of Lady Bracknell in a revival of "The Importance of Being Earnest".
- December 27, 1901
- November 29, 1987
Jan 22, 2020 · Irene Handl is fondly remembered for her plethora of stage and screen roles in the post-war years, but here's the tale of a much-forgotten career path.
Oct 12, 2023 · Irene Handl, born on 27 December 1901, in Maida Vale, London, was one such performer. Perfecting the role of a slightly eccentric cockney old lady, with her unique blend of wit, charm, and an unmistakable stage presence, Handl became a beloved figure and an icon of British film and television.
Born December 26, 1902, in London, England; died November 29, 1987, in London; daughter of Frederick (a banker) and Marie (Schuepp) Handl. Nationality.
Actress: The Italian Job. English character actress best known for her many portrayals of feisty cockney types, ranging from barmaids to landladies, charwomen to cooks. Unlike her working class screen personae, Irene's parentage was quite cosmopolitan, her father (Frederick) a Viennese banker, her mother (Maria) a French aristocrat - affluent ...
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Irene Handl was born in Maida Vale, London, the younger of two daughters of an Austrian-born father—who came to England via Switzerland and started as a bank clerk working his way up into the stock exchange as a stockbroker, then became a private banker—Friedrich (later Frederick) Handl (1874–1961), who became a naturalised British subject.
