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Inside Call the Midwife's Judy Parfitt's life including famous husband and forgotten role


Judy Parfitt has starred as Sister Monica Joan in Call the Midwife since 2012 and before that has had a hugely successful career spanning the stage, silver screen and TV

Judy Parfitt, the actress known for her portrayal of Sister Monica Joan in Call the Midwife, has had a remarkable career spanning decades across stage, silver screen, and TV. Notable highlights of her filmography include appearances in productions like The Jewel in the Crown, which earned her a BAFTA nomination, and Pride and Prejudice, where she portrayed the formidable Lady Catherine de Bourgh. The fellow actor was known for appearing in shows such as Coronation Street, Citizen Smith, The Rivals of Sherlock Holmes and well-known for his role as Socrates in Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.

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