Kay Hammond
Actress

Kay Hammond Net Worth

Kay Hammond was a distinguished English actress born in London in 1909. She trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and made her theatrical debut in 1927. She was well-known for her comedic roles in minor British films, but decided to focus on her theatrical career. Her most famous role was Elvira Condomine in Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit in 1945. She married actor John Clements and performed with him at the Chichester Festival Theatre and the Piccadilly Theatre. Sadly, she was forced to retire due to a heart condition and spent her last years in a wheelchair.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress
Birth Day February 18, 1909
Birth Place  London, England, United Kingdom
Age 111 YEARS OLD
Died On 4 May 1980(1980-05-04) (aged 71)\nBrighton, East Sussex, England
Birth Sign Pisces
Alma mater Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts
Occupation Actress
Years active 1927-1961
Spouse(s) Sir Ronald Leon 3rd Bt (19??–1946) divorced Sir John Clements (1946–1980; her death)
Children John Standing

💰 Net worth

Kay Hammond, a renowned actress from the United Kingdom, is projected to have a net worth ranging from $100K to $1M by the year 2024. With a successful career in the entertainment industry, Hammond has established herself as a notable figure in the acting world. Recognized for her talent, skill, and dedication, she has captivated audiences with her exceptional performances. Throughout her career, Hammond has undoubtedly accumulated substantial wealth and continues to attract attention and admiration from fans and industry professionals alike.

Biography/Timeline

1846

She was born in London, England as Dorothy Katherine Standing, the daughter of Sir Guy Standing and his wife, Dorothy. Her grandfather was Herbert Standing (1846–1923) and her uncles were Wyndham, Percy and Jack Standing, as well as Herbert Standing Jr., father of Joan Standing.

1927

She studied at RADA and first appeared on the London stage in 1927. Her most famous role was that of Elvira in Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit, which she played in the original stage production. She reprised her role in the 1945 film version opposite Rex Harrison, Margaret Rutherford and Constance Cummings.

1980

Kay Hammond died in Brighton, aged 71, from undisclosed causes, on 4 May 1980.

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