Born This Day In History 17th February

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Born: Katherine Patricia Routledge 17th February 1929, Birkenhead, Wirral, Merseyside, England




Known For : Patricia Routledge is best known in Britain but if you watch PBS in the U.S. you will have seen and recognised her in a number of BBC series including as Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances and the mystery drama Hetty Wainthropp Investigates. She is also a well respected West End Theatre and Broadway actress who has won a number of awards for her acting













Barry Humphries


Born: 17th February 1934 Kew, Melbourne, Australia




Known For : Barry Humphries is best known for his role as the television alter ego Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson. If you have never seen his character acting as Dame Edna, the chances are you will iether love him or hate him. Enjoy the video hope it tickles your fancy as the Brits say.