Lorna Laidlaw is a renowned television personality, famously portraying Mrs. Tembe, a prim and proper receptionist in the popular daytime soap opera "Doctors". However, her true identity lies in being a native Brummie, born on February 1, 1963, with the unique distinction of having teeth at birth.
Raised in Ladywood, Birmingham, Lorna joined a local youth theatre at the tender age of 15, which marked the beginning of her foray into the world of acting. She later underwent training as a social worker but eventually decided that the profession was thankless and opted for a career in acting instead. Lorna spent several years honing her craft with the Birmingham Rep, where she gained valuable experience and exposure.
Lorna made her television debut in the 1990s, but it wasn't until the 2000s that she became a regular fixture in children's shows such as "Tikkabilla" and "Grandpa in my Pocket". Her breakthrough role came in 2009 when she appeared in a single episode of "Doctors" as Gloria Dixon. However, it was her portrayal of Mrs. Tembe that truly catapulted her to fame, a role she has held since 2011.
In 2012, Lorna's remarkable performance as Mrs. Tembe earned her the prestigious title of Best Actress at the Royal Television Society Midland awards. Despite her on-screen persona being characterized by her straight hair, Lorna is, in reality, a blonde. Furthermore, she is a devoted mother to two children, setting her apart from her on-screen counterpart, Mrs. Tembe.
