Yvonne Gilan
Biography
Yvonne Janette Gilan was a Scottish actress who is best known for her portrayal of Mme. Peignoir in Fawlty Towers (episode "The Wedding Party") and minor roles in both EastEnders and French Fields. She was married to the television director Michael Gill, and was the mother of the late journalist, Adrian, known as A. A. Gill.
Known For
Acting History
1991
The House of Eliott as Faith Bannister
1989French Fields as Madame Nadal
1989French Fields as Old Woman
1987Empire of the Sun as Mrs. Lockwood
1986Blood Hunt as Widow Macleay
1985EastEnders as Mrs McCabe
1983Another Time, Another Place as Jess
1981Chariots of Fire as Mrs Liddell
1979Agatha as Mrs. Braithwaite
1975Fawlty Towers as Mrs. Peignoir
1974Amy, Wonderful Amy as Lady
1966Little Tom Thumb as Narrator
1965Public Eye as Beryl