Pauline Quirke

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Pauline Quirke born?July 8, 1959
2. Where was Pauline Quirke born?London, England
3. What is Pauline Quirke known for?Portraying Sharon Theodopolopodous in the sitcom Birds of a Feather (1988–1999, 2014–2017)
4. What is the notable film appearances?The Elephant Man (1980), Little Dorrit (1987), Getting It Right (1989)
5. What is the television series work?Angels (1982–1983), Emmerdale (2010–2012), Broadchurch (2013–2015)
6. Who is Pauline Quirke?Pauline Quirke is an English actress who loves to make people laugh and cry on TV. She has acted in many funny and serious shows and movies.

Comedy Sketch Show: A television program consisting of a series of short, humorous dramatic scenes or skits.
Sitcom: A genre of comedy centered on a fixed, small group of characters in a familiar setting, characterized by recurring jokes and humorous situations.
BAFTA Award: Awards presented annually by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts to recognize outstanding achievements in film and television.
Miniseries: A television program that tells a complete story over a predetermined, limited number of episodes.