Gemma Craven
Rita Gemma Craven (née Gabriel; born 1 June 1950) is an Irish actress. Her father, Gabriel, was a bus conductor and her mother, Lillian, was a dancer and comedienne on the music halls, Gemma made her debut at the age of 3 singing 'Out of my Heart' at the Marymont Hall in Dublin and won 1st prize. The family eventually moved to Westcliff on Sea when she was 9 and her father worked on Ford's production line. Gemma's first professional part was in 'The Flower Drum Song'at the Little Theatre then became ASM at the Palace Theatre, Westcliffwhich was her first full time job while her first professional stage role was in 'Cinderella' in 1960.
Known For
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Midsomer Murders
Heartbeat
The Bill
Robin of Sherwood
Father Ted
Pennies from Heaven
The Hole
3-2-1
My Life in Film
The 50 Greatest Television Dramas
The Slipper and the Rose
Double X: The Name of the Game
The Last Bus Home
Words Upon the Window Pane
Why Not Stay For Breakfast?
East Lynne
She Loves Me
