Born December 31, 1941, in Ingatestone, Essex, she is a renowned British actress whose career flourished in the 1960s and 1970s. She gained prominence with her role in "The Servant" (1963) and received an Academy Award nomination for "Ryan's Daughter" (1970). Known for her intense and emotive performances, she also appeared in "Blowup" (1966) and "Hope and Glory" (1987). Her personal life, including a high-profile marriage to playwright Robert Bolt, often drew media attention.