Judy Parfitt, the star of Call the Midwife, has had a long and successful acting career and has been a part of the popular BBC drama since 2012 - but what do we know about her?. Best known for her role as Sister Monica Joan in BBC's hit series Call the Midwife, Judy Parfitt has enjoyed an illustrious career spanning several decades.
The 89-year-old actress, who has been a mainstay on Call the Midwife since 2012, boasts an impressive CV that includes stage, film, and TV roles. Her journey began in 1953 when she graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and joined the Royal Shakespeare Company, sharing the stage with legendary actors like Laurence Olivier.
Over the years, she has earned numerous BAFTA nominations for her sterling performances in popular dramas such as The Jewel in the Crown and Pride and Prejudice. Despite missing out on the top prize for her supporting role in 2003's Girl with a Pearl Earring, Judy continued to captivate audiences with her performances in beloved shows like Heartbeat, Midsomer Murders, Jonathan Creek, and Vera.
Judy has spoken affectionately about life with her late husband, Tony Steedman, who she married in 1963 and shared a son, David, born a year later. The actress, reminiscing about her early days with Tony, known for his roles in Coronation Street and Citizen Smith, told the Express: "Tony had the leading role and he was always trying to make me laugh as I was a terrible giggler. The first time I saw him he was wearing this absolutely hideous bright red jumper, so he definitely made an impression.".
