Yvonne Gilan
Actor · Writer
Born Oct 12, 1931 · Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Active 1961–2018
Yvonne Janette Gilan was a Scottish actress who is best known for her portrayal of Mme. Peignoir in Fawlty Towers (episode "The Wedding Party") and minor roles in both EastEnders and French Fields.
Filmography
Empire of the Sun (1987) — Mrs. LockwoodFawlty Towers (1975) — Mrs. PeignoirChariots of Fire (1981) — Mrs LiddellAgatha (1979) — Mrs. BraithwaiteEastEnders (1985) — Mrs McCabePublic Eye (1965) — BerylThe Peaches (1964) — WriterShoestring (1979) — Rosemary MortimerThe House of Eliott (1991) — Faith BannisterFrench Fields (1989) — Old Woman · Madame NadalBlood Hunt (1986) — Widow MacleayAnother Time, Another Place (1983) — JessAmy, Wonderful Amy (1974) — LadyLittle Tom Thumb (1966) — NarratorFaces of Jim (1961) — Judith Chalmers