‘Keeping Up Appearances’ star Anna Dawson passes away at 88

Veteran actress and star of ‘Keeping Up Appearances’, Anna Dawson, has passed away. She was 88 years old at the time of her passing. The English actress acted for around three decades and left a lasting impact with her work.

Anna Dawson passes away at 88

Anna Dawson passed away at the age of 88. Her church, Christ Church Anglican at Kororāreka Russell, shared the news online via their Facebook account, where they wrote that the actress had passed away peacefully. The statement also read, “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of a much-treasured member of our faith community, former actress Anna Boulter (nee Dawson).” They continued, "Many from the Russell community will remember Anna and her late husband John Boulter, who lived in Okiato and Tapeka.

Funeral details to follow.”The news also comes only 6 months after her husband, John Boulter, passed away.

About Anna Dawson

Dawson was a revered actress of her time and a rising force in the acting industry and the comedy genre. Best known for her role as Violet in the beloved sitcom ‘Keeping Up Appearances’, Dawson’s character left a lasting impression on many. Along with her TV work, the actress was also a well-known figure in theatre, landing work in the West End.

She started her career as an actress back in 1964, working on projects like ‘Dixon of Dock Green’, as well as ‘Slapstick’, ‘Old Lace’, and ‘Mother Goose’, to name a few. During the 90s, her role as Violet was a culturally defining figure, and to date is known as one of her most memorable roles. It is also one of her last roles in the industry before she retired as an actress.After retiring, the actress moved all the way to New Zealand with her husband, John Boulter, who was also part of the showbiz and was known as the soloist from ‘The Black and White Minstrel Show.’ The couple lived there until their passing.