Olga Lindo

Olga Lindo

Deceased · Born: Jul 13, 1899 · Died: May 7, 1968

Personal Details

BornJul 13, 1899 London, England

Biography

Olga Helena Frances Lindo, a talented actress born in London towards the end of the Victorian era, was the daughter of renowned actor-manager and author Frank Lindo and his wife Marion, née Wakeford. Olga had one sibling, brother Reginald David Marion Lindo, born in the year 1900 and passing away in 1972.

Growing up in a family deeply rooted in the performing arts, it was only natural that Olga would make her stage debut at the tender age of fourteen in The Sleeping Beauty Re-Awakened at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, located in the heart of London's Covent Garden. She subsequently joined her father's touring company, taking on a diverse array of roles that showcased her remarkable range and versatility.

By 1925, Olga's exceptional talent had earned her critical acclaim, with The Times describing her portrayal of Sadie Thompson in Maugham's Rain at the Garrick Theatre as "formidable." Throughout her illustrious career, which spanned over half a century, Olga graced the London stage, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the world of theatre.

Although acting was not her sole passion, Olga also enjoyed a successful screen career, demonstrating her remarkable adaptability and talent in a variety of roles.

Olga Helena Frances Lindo's life came to a close in London in the year 1968, at the age of 69, leaving behind a legacy of unforgettable performances and a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.

Career

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1963
Dr. Crippen
Dr. Crippen as Mrs. Clara Arditti
{"id":186442,"title":"Fog for a Killer","year":"1962","character":"Mrs. Mallon","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/fog-for-a-killer","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_186442.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_186442.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
Fog for a Killer
Fog for a Killer as Mrs. Mallon
{"id":103835924,"title":"Persuasion","year":1960,"character":"Mrs. Musgrove","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/show\/persuasion","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103835924.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103835924.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
Persuasion
Persuasion as Mrs. Musgrove
{"id":94673,"title":"Sapphire","year":"1959","character":"Mrs. Harris","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/sapphire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94673.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94673.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
Sapphire
Sapphire as Mrs. Harris
{"id":173830,"title":"Make Mine a Million","year":"1959","character":"Mrs. Burgess","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/make-mine-a-million","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/60mtknm7rpv0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/60mtknm7rpv0.jpg"},"released":1}
Make Mine a Million
Make Mine a Million as Mrs. Burgess
{"id":66740,"title":"Woman in a Dressing Gown","year":"1957","character":"Manageress","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/woman-in-a-dressing-gown","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66740.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66740.jpg"},"released":1}
1957
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1956
Yield to the Night
Yield to the Night as Senior Matron Hill
{"id":67021,"title":"The Extra Day","year":"1956","character":"Mrs. Bliss","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-extra-day","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_67021.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_67021.jpg"},"released":1}
The Extra Day
The Extra Day as Mrs. Bliss
{"id":174145,"title":"Raising a Riot","year":"1955","character":"Aunt Maud","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/raising-a-riot","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174145.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174145.jpg"},"released":1}
1955
Raising a Riot
Raising a Riot as Aunt Maud
{"id":5363,"title":"An Inspector Calls","year":"1954","character":"Mrs. Sybil Birling","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/an-inspector-calls","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4tjo61q1a6a0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4tjo61q1a6a0.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
An Inspector Calls
An Inspector Calls as Mrs. Sybil Birling
{"id":174589,"title":"The 20 Questions Murder Mystery","year":"1950","character":"Olive Tavy","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-20-questions-murder-mystery","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174589.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174589.jpg"},"released":1}
1950
{"id":69122,"title":"Train of Events","year":"1949","character":"Mrs. Bailey","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/train-of-events","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_69122.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_69122.jpg"},"released":1}
1949
Train of Events
Train of Events as Mrs. Bailey
{"id":94992,"title":"The Hidden Room","year":"1949","character":"Mrs. Humphries","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-hidden-room","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94992.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94992.jpg"},"released":1}
The Hidden Room
The Hidden Room as Mrs. Humphries
{"id":82880,"title":"Things Happen at Night","year":"1948","character":"Hilda Prescott","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/things-happen-at-night","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82880.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82880.jpg"},"released":1}
1948
Things Happen at Night
Things Happen at Night as Hilda Prescott
{"id":201235,"title":"The Phantom Shot","year":"1947","character":"Mrs. Robson","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-phantom-shot","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_201235.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_201235.jpg"},"released":1}
1947
The Phantom Shot
The Phantom Shot as Mrs. Robson
{"id":69657,"title":"I See a Dark Stranger","year":"1946","character":"Mrs Edwards","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/i-see-a-dark-stranger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_69657.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_69657.jpg"},"released":1}
1946
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Bedelia
Bedelia as Mrs. Bennett
{"id":82895,"title":"Night Boat to Dublin","year":"1946","character":"Mrs. Coleman","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/night-boat-to-dublin","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_82895.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_82895.jpg"},"released":1}
Night Boat to Dublin
Night Boat to Dublin as Mrs. Coleman
{"id":70511,"title":"Time Flies","year":"1944","character":"Queen Elizabeth","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/time-flies","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70511.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70511.jpg"},"released":1}
1944
Time Flies
Time Flies as Queen Elizabeth
{"id":71904,"title":"Return to Yesterday","year":"1940","character":"Grace Sambourne","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/return-to-yesterday","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71904.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71904.jpg"},"released":1}
1940
Return to Yesterday
Return to Yesterday as Grace Sambourne
{"id":71697,"title":"The Stars Look Down","year":"1940","character":"Mrs. Sunley","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-stars-look-down","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71697.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71697.jpg"},"released":1}
The Stars Look Down
The Stars Look Down as Mrs. Sunley
{"id":83282,"title":"The Last Journey","year":"1935","character":"Mrs. Holt","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-last-journey","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83282.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83282.jpg"},"released":1}
1935
The Last Journey
The Last Journey as Mrs. Holt