Actress. She appeared in films and television from the mid-1940s until the early 2000s and is fondly remembered for her recurring role as 'Miss Moneypenny' in the 'James Bond' film series beginning with "Dr. No" (1962) until "View to a Kill" (1985). Born Lois Hooker, she was raised in Toronto and began her acting career on radio before studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. She began her Hollywood career appearing in the 1946 picture "Spring Song" and was recipient of a Golden Globe as promising female newcomer in the film "That Hagen Girl" (1947). Further film credits included "Lady in the Fog" (1952), "Lolita" (1962) and "The Haunting" (1963). Among her small screen credits are "Danger Man", "The Avengers" and "The Saint". She had a featured role as 'Nancy Williams' in the series "Adventures in Rainbow Country" (1969).
Actress. She appeared in films and television from the mid-1940s until the early 2000s and is fondly remembered for her recurring role as 'Miss Moneypenny' in the 'James Bond' film series beginning with "Dr. No" (1962) until "View to a Kill" (1985). Born Lois Hooker, she was raised in Toronto and began her acting career on radio before studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. She began her Hollywood career appearing in the 1946 picture "Spring Song" and was recipient of a Golden Globe as promising female newcomer in the film "That Hagen Girl" (1947). Further film credits included "Lady in the Fog" (1952), "Lolita" (1962) and "The Haunting" (1963). Among her small screen credits are "Danger Man", "The Avengers" and "The Saint". She had a featured role as 'Nancy Williams' in the series "Adventures in Rainbow Country" (1969).
Bio by: C.S.
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