Last updated on June 14th, 2025 at 06:55 pm
Caroline Blakiston Biography
Caroline Blakiston is an English actress who is best known for her role in the British television comedy series Brass and to international audiences as Aunt Agatha in Poldark, and Mon Mothma in the Star Wars film Return of the Jedi.
Caroline Blakiston Facts.
- Name: Caroline Blakiston.
- Birthplace: Chelsea, London, United Kingdom.
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius.
- Occupation: Actress.
- Nationality: British.
- Race: White.
- Religion: Christianity.
- Sexuality: Straight.
- Gender: Female.
Caroline Blakiston Age
Blakiston is 92 years old as of 2025. She was born on February 13, 1933, in Chelsea, London, United Kingdom. She celebrates her birthday on February 13 every year. Her birth sign is Aquarius.
Caroline Blakiston Height
Blakiston measures a height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.75 m).
Caroline Blakiston Weight
Blakiston has a moderate weight, which is ideal for her height. Her precise weight and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We promise to keep you updated as soon as the information is available.
Educational Background
Blakiston was born on February 13, 1933, in Chelsea, London, United Kingdom. Her father, Hugh Noel Blakiston, was a renowned archivist and author, while her mother, (Rachel) Georgiana Blakiston, was a descendant of the Dukes of Bedford and Earls Granville.
Caroline attended private schools, including St. Paul’s Girls’ School, where she further developed her passion for drama and theatre. After graduating, she enrolled in the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), graduating in 1957.
Caroline Blakiston Family
Blakiston was born in Chelsea, London, United Kingdom to caring and loving parents. She is the daughter of the late parents Georgiana Blakiston (mother), and Noel Blakiston (father). Her father was an archivist and author, known for his work on the history of the Blakiston family and his contributions to the British Library.
Also, her mother descended from a line of distinguished British aristocracy, including the 6th Duke of Bedford and the 2nd Earl Granville.
Caroline Blakiston Siblings
Information about Blakiston’s siblings is not publicly available. It is not known whether she has siblings or not. We promise to keep you updated as soon as the information is available.
Caroline Blakiston Husband
Blakiston was married to her handsome husband, Russell Hunter, an Actor. The couple did their wedding in 1970, after they had played together in A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Open Air Theatre, Regent’s Park. Together, they were blessed with two children, a son and a daughter, but later divorced.
Caroline Blakiston Kids
Blakiston is the proud mother of two children: a son and a daughter. Their identities are not publicly disclosed.
Caroline Blakiston Net Worth
Caroline Blakiston’s net worth is estimated at $8 million. Her main source of income is from her successful career as an Actress. Blakiston’s net worth is a reflection of her financial success and the value she has created throughout her career. It encompasses various assets, investments, and income streams that contribute to her overall financial standing.
Interested Facts About Caroline Blakiston
Family
- Father: Noel Blakiston.
- Mother: Georgiana Blakiston.
- Siblings: Not Available.
- Marital status: Divorced.
- Husband: Was married to Russell Hunter.
- Kids: Two.
Body Measurements
- Breast Size: Not Available.
- Waist Size: Not Available.
- Hip Size: Not Available.
- Shoe Size: Not Available.
- Dress Size: Not Available.
- Eye Color: Blue.
- Hair Color: Blonde.
Rise to Fame
Blakiston rose to fame when she starred in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi. Return of the Jedi was a 1983 American epic space opera film directed by Richard Marquand. The screenplay is by Lawrence Kasdan and George Lucas from a story by Lucas, who was also the executive producer.
Caroline Blakiston Miss Marple
Blakiston starred as Bess Sedgwick in Miss Marple. Compared to Hickson’s warm and grandmotherly portrayal, Blakiston’s Bess is a sharp and sophisticated woman, adding a different dynamic to the typical Miss Marple formula. Despite being a single episode, Bess Sedgwick allows Blakiston to display her versatility, effortlessly switching between moments of charm, cunning, and even vulnerability.
Caroline Blakiston Poldark
Blakiston starred as Aunt Agatha in Poldark. Poldark was a British historical drama television series based on the novels of the same title by Winston Graham and starring Aidan Turner in the lead role. The book series is twelve novels long, but the TV series only portrays the first seven. The series was written and adapted by Debbie Horsfield for the BBC, and directed by several directors throughout its run.
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