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Glasgow Times
3 days ago
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- Glasgow Times
Coronation Street star Barbara Ferris has died aged 85
She starred in 10 episodes of the popular ITV soap and then left, admitting trying to act with a Lancashire accent was difficult. Ferrie died on May 23 with her cause of death not yet confirmed, reports the Express. She started playing barmaid Nona Willis back in 1961 and went on to have a career over several decades. Sad to hear of the passing of Barbara Ferris - she appeared in some great films but my favourites has to be Sparrows Can't Sing and Catch Us If You Can obviously coz of Yootha and Brian ! RIP Barbara ♥️ — 𝖸𝗈𝗈𝗍𝗁𝖺 𝖩𝗈𝗒𝖼𝖾 𝖿𝖺𝗇♡︎ (@devotedtoyootha) June 2, 2025 Barbara played roles in several films and TV shows including Catch Me If You Can, The Krays and more. She then went on to support her husband with his international work and committed to family life which saw them live in Zurich, Ireland and London, the Express explained. Barbara was born in London to Dorothy and Roy Ferris and was the youngest of two children. As a student at the Italia Conti stage school, she took on pantomimes and commercials to support her family, The Mirror reports. The longest-running UK soaps Recommended reading: Fans of hers have shared tributes following the news of her death. One shared on X: 'Sad to hear of the passing of Barbara Ferris - she appeared in some great films but my favourites has to be Sparrows Can't Sing and Catch Us If You Can obviously coz of Yootha and Brian ! RIP Barbara', sharing pictures of the actress. Another said: 'Some sad news RIP Barbara Ferris born 27 July 1939; died 23 May 2025'.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Coronation Street star dead: Tributes pour in for Barbara Ferris following death aged 85
Barbara Ferris, the actress best known for her portrayal of barmaid Nona Willis in Coronation Street, has died at the age of 85. Ferris, who made a brief but memorable appearance in the iconic soap, departed the show after just 10 episodes, admitting she found the Lancastrian accent too difficult to follow. Beyond Coronation Street, Ferris appeared in various other roles, including Catch Us If You Can and Children Of The Damned. Her final film role came in 1990 when she starred in The Krays, directed by Peter Medak. Ferris was also part of an accomplished family. Her younger sister, Pam, pursued acting, appearing in The Darling Buds of May and Call The Midwife, while another sibling, Liz, made her mark as a champion springboard diver, winning a bronze medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics. Following the news of her passing, tributes have poured in. One fan wrote: 'Absolutely gutted to hear about Barbara Ferris. She had such a quiet grace on screen — Catch Us If You Can was a core memory from my childhood. Rest easy, Dinah.' 'RIP to Barbara Ferris – unforgettable in The Krays. That voice, that presence. We were lucky to have her, even if briefly,' another penned. A colleague fondly remembered 'Barbara was one of the kindest, most generous actors I ever worked with. Her laughter lit up every set we shared. It was an honour just to be around her.' Ferris is survived by her husband, film producer John Quested, and their children, Nicholas, Christopher, and Catherine. She passed away on May 23, 2025, though the cause of death has not been confirmed. Ferris's younger sister, Pam, previously shared how her sister 'changed her life' in a 2014 interview. In conversation with the Daily Mail, Pam revealed that Barbara's move to New Zealand was a pivotal moment in her own life, leading to her passion for acting. Then aged 23 she returned to London. She reflected: ''It was a huge decision and a very painful one for all of us. Luckily the move to London worked out well for me. I got an agent and enough work to afford somewhere to live. Long before series like The Darling Buds Of May and the Matilda and Harry Potter films I was cast in wonderful TV dramas like The Rag Trade. 'My parents have passed away now but Barbara still lives in New Zealand, and these days we fly to see each other as often as possible. 'The older we get, the closer we become. And if it hadn't been for her phone call that afternoon, my life could have turned out quite differently.'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Coronation Street star Barbara Ferris dies aged 85 as fans pay tribute
Barbara Ferris, who played Nona Willis in Coronation Street, had died aged 85, according to reports. She starred in 10 episodes of the popular ITV soap and then left, admitting trying to act with a Lancashire accent was difficult. Ferrie died on May 23 with her cause of death not yet confirmed, reports the Express. She started playing barmaid Nona Willis back in 1961 and went on to have a career over several decades. Sad to hear of the passing of Barbara Ferris - she appeared in some great films but my favourites has to be Sparrows Can't Sing and Catch Us If You Can obviously coz of Yootha and Brian ! RIP Barbara ♥️ — 𝖸𝗈𝗈𝗍𝗁𝖺 𝖩𝗈𝗒𝖼𝖾 𝖿𝖺𝗇♡︎ (@devotedtoyootha) June 2, 2025 Barbara played roles in several films and TV shows including Catch Me If You Can, The Krays and more. She then went on to support her husband with his international jobs" target="_blank">work and committed to family life which saw them live in Zurich, Ireland and London, the Express explained. Barbara was born in London to Dorothy and Roy Ferris and was the youngest of two children. As a student at the Italia Conti stage school, she took on pantomimes and commercials to support her family, The Mirror reports. Recommended reading: Corrie's Sue Cleaver reveals 'perfect' exit storyline and date of final scenes Former Coronation Street star spotted working 'normal job' after being axed Coronation Street star signs new ITV contract ahead of Emmerdale crossover Fans of hers have shared tributes following the news of her death. One shared on X: 'Sad to hear of the passing of Barbara Ferris - she appeared in some great films but my favourites has to be Sparrows Can't Sing and Catch Us If You Can obviously coz of Yootha and Brian ! RIP Barbara', sharing pictures of the actress. Another said: 'Some sad news RIP Barbara Ferris born 27 July 1939; died 23 May 2025'.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Beloved Coronation Street star dies aged 85 as fans share heartbreaking tributes
Former model and Coronation Street actress has passed away aged 85. Barbara Ferris played a barmaid in Coronation Street in 1961, and enjoyed a decades-long career. After a stint on Coronation Street as Nona Willis, actress Barbara stepped away from the show after just 10 episodes, admitting she found the Lancastrian accent too difficult to follow. Film fans may also remember her as Dinah, the love interest who runs away with Dave Clark in the 1965 movie Catch Us If You Can. Her final screen appearance came in 1990's The Krays, directed by Peter Medak. Ferris eventually left acting behind to focus on raising her children and accompanying her husband on international work trips, with the couple settling in homes across Ireland, Zurich, and London. Born in London to Dorothy and Roy Ferris, she was the youngest of two children. As a student at the Italia Conti stage school, she took on pantomimes and commercials to support her family, Mirror UK reports. Following news of her passing, fans have shared touching tributes and vintage photos online to honour her memory. One wrote: 'Absolutely gutted to hear about Barbara Ferris. She had such a quiet grace on screen - Catch Us If You Can was a core memory from my childhood. Rest easy, Dinah." Another echoed: 'RIP to Barbara Ferris - unforgettable in The Krays. That voice, that presence. We were lucky to have her, even if briefly.' And someone else wrote: "Barbara was one of the kindest, most generous actors I ever worked with. Her laughter lit up every set we shared. It was an honour just to be around her." Ferris, who passed away on May 23, 2025, led a life touched by both quiet stardom and personal devotion. Her younger sister, Liz, achieved athletic acclaim, becoming a springboard diving champion and taking home bronze at the 1960 Rome Olympics. That same year, Ferris married film producer John Quested. But the newlyweds had little time to celebrate - their honeymoon was a single night at The Dorchester, cut short by Ferris's imminent professional stage debut. Ferris is survived by her husband and their three children: Nicholas, Christopher, and Catherine.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Coronation Street star Barbara Ferris dies as tributes pour in
Film fans may also remember her as Dinah, the love interest who runs away with Dave Clark in the 1965 movie Catch Us If You Can. Coronation Street star Barbara Ferris has died aged 85. The former model and actress played a barmaid in Coronation Street in 1961, which led to a decades-long career in the spotlight. After a playing Nona Willis on Coronation Street Barbara stepped away from the show after just 10 episodes, admitting she found the Lancastrian accent too difficult to follow. Film fans may also remember her as Dinah, the love interest who runs away with Dave Clark in the 1965 movie Catch Us If You Can. Her final screen appearance came in 1990's The Krays, directed by Peter Medak. Ferris eventually left acting behind to focus on raising her children and accompanying her husband on international work trips, with the couple settling in homes across Ireland, Zurich, and London. Born in London to Dorothy and Roy Ferris, she was the youngest of two children. As a student at the Italia Conti stage school, she took on pantomimes and commercials to support her family. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Following news of her passing, fans have shared touching tributes and vintage photos online to honour her memory. One wrote: 'Absolutely gutted to hear about Barbara Ferris. She had such a quiet grace on screen — Catch Us If You Can was a core memory from my childhood. Rest easy, Dinah." Another echoed: 'RIP to Barbara Ferris - unforgettable in The Krays. That voice, that presence. We were lucky to have her, even if briefly.' And someone else wrote: "Barbara was one of the kindest, most generous actors I ever worked with. Her laughter lit up every set we shared. It was an honour just to be around her." Ferris, who passed away on May 23, 2025, led a life touched by both quiet stardom and personal devotion. Her younger sister, Liz, achieved athletic acclaim, becoming a springboard diving champion and taking home bronze at the 1960 Rome Olympics. That same year, Ferris married film producer John Quested. But the newlyweds had little time to celebrate - their honeymoon was a single night at The Dorchester, cut short by Ferris's imminent professional stage debut. Ferris is survived by her husband and their three children: Nicholas, Christopher, and Catherine.
