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Frances de la Tour

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Frances de la Tour
Biographical information
Born

July 30, 1944

Nationality

English

Gender

Female

Career
Years Active

1970-present

In Harry Potter

Olympe Maxime

Notable Roles

Miss Ruth Jones in the British sitcom Rising Damp

Frances de la Tour was born July 30, 1944 in Bovingdon, Hertfordshire, England. She's done a number of stage presentations, including works with the Royals Shakespeare Company. She portrays Olympe Maxime in the film version of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire and in the upcoming film version of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.

[edit] Awards and nominations

Awards
  • 1980: Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress in a New Play – Duet for One
  • 1983: Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Revival – A Moon for the Misbegotten
  • 1992: Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role – When She Danced
  • 2006: Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play – The History Boys
  • 2006: Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play – The History Boys
Nominations
  • 1986: British Academy Television Awards for Best Actress – Duet for One
  • 2007: BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role – The History Boys

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