Lalla Ward
Actress

Lalla Ward Net Worth

Lalla Ward was born in London, England in 1951 and had a passion for acting, painting, and drawing. She attended the Central School of Speech and Drama in 1967 and went on to appear in films such as Vampire Circus (1972), England Made Me (1973), Rosebud (1975), and The Prince and the Pauper (1977). She also had roles in television shows such as Quiller: Thundersky (1975), Hazell: Hazell Meets the First Eleven (1978), and The Duchess of Duke Street (1976). In 1979, she was cast as Romana in Doctor Who and married Tom Baker in 1980. After their divorce, she continued to act in Schoolgirl Chums (1982) and Hamlet, Prince of Denmark (1980). She also wrote and illustrated several books and married eminent biologist Dr. Richard Dawkins in 1992.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress, Soundtrack
Birth Day June 28, 1951
Birth Place  London, England, United Kingdom
Age 72 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Cancer
Citizenship UK
Occupation Actress, author
Years active 1972–present (actress) 1985–1988 (author)
Spouse(s) Tom Baker (1980–1982) Richard Dawkins (1992–2016, separated)

💰 Net worth: $800,000 (2024)

Lalla Ward, a renowned actress and soundtrack artist from the United Kingdom, is estimated to have a net worth of $800,000 in 2024. With her remarkable talent and versatility in the entertainment industry, Ward has carved out a successful career for herself. Known for her appearances in various films and television series, she has captivated audiences with her exceptional performances. Additionally, her contributions as a soundtrack artist have further enhanced her reputation. With her talent and dedicated work ethic, it is no surprise that Ward's net worth continues to grow as she solidifies her position in the industry.

Famous Quotes:

It was a 'see if you can do it' sort of thing, because it was the thing I hated most—just like somebody who's scared of heights might go rock climbing, or, I don't know, go potholing if they're claustrophobic.

Biography/Timeline

1968

Ward's stage name, "Lalla", comes from her attempts as a toddler to pronounce her own name. She left school at age 14 because she "loathed every single minute of it", and took her O-levels on her own. Ward studied at the Central School of Speech and Drama from 1968 to 1971. After spending a few years painting, she auditioned at London drama schools "as a sort of dare" to herself:

1972

Ward began her acting career in the Hammer horror film Vampire Circus (1972), and played Lottie, the teenage daughter of Louisa Trotter (Gemma Jones) in The Duchess of Duke Street, the popular BBC drama series of the 1970s. She appeared in the films England Made Me (1973), Matushka (1973), Rosebud (1975), and Crossed Swords (or The Prince and the Pauper) (1977). In 1974 she acted in a film called Got It Made, which was later recut with sex scenes featuring other actresses and released in 1978 as Sweet Virgin. Club International magazine ran nude pictures from the film, claiming they were of her, and Ward successfully sued the magazine. Her television work included The Upper Crusts (1973) as the daughter of Margaret Leighton and Charles Gray, Van der Valk (1973), The Protectors (1973), Quiller (1975), Who Pays the Ferryman? (1977), The Professionals (1978) and Hazell (1979). In 1980, she played Ophelia to Derek Jacobi's Hamlet in the BBC television production.

1979

She was the second Actress to play the Time Lady Romana (or "Romanadvoratrelundar" in full) in Doctor Who. After a guest appearance as Princess Astra in the Doctor Who story The Armageddon Factor in 1979, Ward was chosen to replace Mary Tamm, who had decided against continuing in the role. She appeared in all of Season 17's stories and then her character was written out in the third to last story of Season 18 in the story entitled Warriors' Gate.

1980

Ward was in a relationship with her co-star Tom Baker whilst working on Doctor Who, and they lived together in a flat in Deptford. The couple married in December 1980, but the marriage lasted only 16 months. Ward attributed the separation to work commitments, different lifestyles, and conflicts of interest. Regarding her marriage to Baker, Ward is quoted as saying:

1982

After Doctor Who, she appeared in the TV movie Schoolgirl Chums (1982), and The Jeweller's Shop and The Rehearsal on stage. Ward decided to end her acting career after marrying Richard Dawkins. However, she has since reprised the character of Romana in the 1993 charity special Dimensions in Time, the 2003 webcast version of Shada, and in several Doctor Who and Gallifrey audio plays produced by Big Finish Productions. She also played the 'Mistress' opposite John Leeson's 'K-9' in two audio plays from BBV. In addition, she has appeared at a number of Doctor Who conventions and related special events. In November 2013 she appeared in the one-off 50th anniversary comedy homage The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot.

1991

Sarah Ward is the daughter of Edward Ward, 7th Viscount Bangor, and his fourth wife, Marjorie Alice Banks; as such, she is entitled to use the courtesy title "The Honourable". Her father was the BBC's war correspondent in Finland at the beginning of World War II, while her mother was a Writer and BBC Producer specialising in dramatised documentaries. Her mother committed suicide in July 1991.

1992

In 1992, at his 40th birthday party, Adams introduced her to his friend Richard Dawkins (biologist and author of such books as The Selfish Gene, The Blind Watchmaker and, later, The God Delusion). Ward and Dawkins married later that year. In 2016, in a joint statement, the couple announced their amicable separation after 24 years of marriage.

2004

Ward said in 2004 that her long friendship with Douglas Adams, with whom she worked on Doctor Who, meant more to her and was "more valuable and more enduring" than her marriage to Baker.

2009

In 2009, at the suggestion of the Gerald Durrell Foundation, she prepared an exhibition of textiles and ceramics on the theme of Galapagos wildlife. The auction raised £24,000 for the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust's campaign for the Floreana mockingbird and other wildlife of Galapagos.

2010

She has shown three exhibitions at the National Theatre, London. Her 2010 textiles exhibition, Stranded, was inspired by the evolution of animals on islands. In 2011, Migration featured works which combined textiles and ceramics, the subjects seeming to move across both media. The theme of Vanishing Act, 2013, was camouflage. As with previous shows, Ward made available detailed instructions explaining her techniques. She also used one glass case to recreate her workspace, including such sources of inspiration as music, quotes, and a photo of her dog.

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About the author

Lisa Scholfield

As a Senior Writer at Famous Net Worth, I spearhead an exceptional team dedicated to uncovering and sharing the stories of pioneering individuals. My passion for unearthing untold narratives drives me to delve deep into the essence of each subject, bringing forth a unique blend of factual accuracy and narrative allure. In orchestrating the editorial workflow, I am deeply involved in every step—from initial research to the final touches of publishing, ensuring each biography not only informs but also engages and inspires our readership.