Sylvia Anderson(1927-2016)
- Writer
- Actress
- Sound Department
Sylvia Anderson is the co-creator of a string of hit TV shows through
the late 1950s, 1960s and 70s. Her most memorable contribution as an
actress is the voice of Lady Penelope from Thunderbirds - one of many
series she co-created with former husband
Gerry Anderson. Sylvia's talents
are evident in the characterization throughout their various series.
She was against Martin Landau and
Barbara Bain being cast in
Space: 1999 (1975) but was
overruled by ITC chief Lew Grade.
The forgotten heroine of Britain's famous TV shows, she's had to watch former husband Gerry take most of the limelight over the years. A fascinating woman with overwhelming talent, she now represents the American network HBO in Pinewood Studios in London, England.
The forgotten heroine of Britain's famous TV shows, she's had to watch former husband Gerry take most of the limelight over the years. A fascinating woman with overwhelming talent, she now represents the American network HBO in Pinewood Studios in London, England.
