Barbara Knox MBE | |
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Born | Barbara Brothwood 30 September 1933 Oldham, Lancashire, England |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1949–present |
Known for | Coronation Street (1964, 1972–)[1] |
Spouse(s) | Denis Mullany (m. 1956–1977, divorced) John Knox (m. 1977–1994, divorced) |
Children | 3 |
Barbara Knox MBE (née Brothwood, formerly Mullaney; born 30 September 1933) is an English actress. She is known for her portrayal of newsagent Rita Sullivan in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street. She has been a full-time cast member for over 50 years, having appeared for one episode as Rita in December 1964, before becoming a regular cast member from January 1972 onwards. Knox is currently the second longest-serving cast member in the show.