Maudie Edwards
Elizabeth Maud Edwards (16 October 1906 – 24 March 1991), professionally known as Maudie Edwards, was a Welsh actress, radio broadcaster, comedian, dancer and singer, best remembered for having spoken the first line of dialogue in soap opera Coronation Street, and playing Elsie Lappin in the first two episodes. She was previously best known to listeners of the radio programme Welsh Rarebit, which attracted weekly audiences of 10 million.
Maudie Edwards | |
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| Born | Elizabeth Maud Edwards 16 October 1906 |
| Died | 24 March 1991 (aged 84) London, England |
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| Years active | 1910-1972 |
| Spouses | Walter Nicholas-Marcy
(m. 1954) William Fooks (m. 1958) |
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