Who was Jane Whittenshaw? Acclaimed actor known for EastEnders passes away
Jane Whittenshaw, most popular for her role as social worker Anita Banks, has died. The acclaimed actor worked in theater, film, TV and radio in her career.
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Actor Jane Whittenshaw of EastEnders fame passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. She was best known for her role as social worker Anita Banks.
Jane Whittenshaw's agent confirmed the news of her death in a statement. He said that the actor had died "peacefully" with her husband, best friend and carers by her side.
The statement read, "It is with profound sadness we must announce the passing of Jane Whittenshaw, a much loved and highly respected client of over 30 years. She slipped away peacefully on Saturday last, with her husband Hugh, best friend Rebecca and carers at her side."
"As well as an esteemed client, Jane was a dear friend, who was generous to a fault and great fun to be around. She was an immensely talented actor and a voice superstar, who leaves an extraordinary legacy of over 500 radio plays, courtesy of multiple stints on the BBC Radio Rep and many independent productions," the statement further read.
"She was a true professional, an absolute joy to work with, and loved by all who did so. We offer our sincerest condolences to Hugh and the family."
Jane Whittenshaw was also seen on The Bill, Silent Witness, Grange Hill, Call the Midwife, The Green Wing, Endeavour and Call the Midwife. She was last seen on the All 4 series I Hate You in 2022.
In theater, Whittenshaw played roles for the Royal Shakespeare Company. She was also a member of the BBC Radio Drama Company for which she recorded 400 radio plays.
Her television roles also include Casualty, Twenty Twelve, Let's Pretend, Doctors, and more.
The celebrated actor's movie roles include Invasion, Mrs Dalloway, and Golden Years.
Q1:Who was Jane Whittenshaw?
Q2:When did Jane Whittenshaw die?
Jane Whittenshaw died on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Her agent confirmed that she had her family by her side when she passed away.
Jane Whittenshaw's agent confirmed the news of her death in a statement. He said that the actor had died "peacefully" with her husband, best friend and carers by her side.
The statement read, "It is with profound sadness we must announce the passing of Jane Whittenshaw, a much loved and highly respected client of over 30 years. She slipped away peacefully on Saturday last, with her husband Hugh, best friend Rebecca and carers at her side."
"As well as an esteemed client, Jane was a dear friend, who was generous to a fault and great fun to be around. She was an immensely talented actor and a voice superstar, who leaves an extraordinary legacy of over 500 radio plays, courtesy of multiple stints on the BBC Radio Rep and many independent productions," the statement further read.
"She was a true professional, an absolute joy to work with, and loved by all who did so. We offer our sincerest condolences to Hugh and the family."
Jane Whittenshaw was also seen on The Bill, Silent Witness, Grange Hill, Call the Midwife, The Green Wing, Endeavour and Call the Midwife. She was last seen on the All 4 series I Hate You in 2022.
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In theater, Whittenshaw played roles for the Royal Shakespeare Company. She was also a member of the BBC Radio Drama Company for which she recorded 400 radio plays.
Her television roles also include Casualty, Twenty Twelve, Let's Pretend, Doctors, and more.
The celebrated actor's movie roles include Invasion, Mrs Dalloway, and Golden Years.
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Q1:Who was Jane Whittenshaw?
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Jane Whittenshaw was an acclaimed actor who worked in theater, film, TV and radio in her career. She was most popular for her role as social worker Anita Banks.Q2:When did Jane Whittenshaw die?
Jane Whittenshaw died on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Her agent confirmed that she had her family by her side when she passed away.
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