Lorna Laidlaw is a British actress best known for her roles in famous television dramas, including her breakthrough role as Mrs Tembe in the BBC soap opera Doctors, and in ITV’s Coronation Street as Aggie Bailey.
Born in Birmingham, England, Laidlaw enjoyed a diverse acting career in television, film and theatre.
Her performance as Mrs Tembe won widespread recognition and acclaim, and her subsequent role in Coronation Street further cemented her place in British television.
In addition to acting, Laidlaw has also worked as a director, making her a well-rounded figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Lorna Laidlaw
- Date of birth: February 1, 1963
- Age: 61 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Birmingham, UK
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor, director
- Height: 5 feet 5 inches
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Divorced
- Children: two sons
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: African-British
- Net worth: $4 million to $6 million
early life and education
Lorna Laidlaw was born on February 1, 1963 in Birmingham, England. She is 61 years old. She grew up in Ladywood, a predominantly working-class African-British neighborhood in Birmingham.
Although specific details about her parents and siblings have not been made public, her early life in Birmingham’s vibrant cultural scene greatly influenced her future artistic career.
At the age of 15, Laidlaw joined the Birmingham Youth Theater where she began her initial training in acting. In addition to acting, she initially pursued a career in social work, but found the profession challenging and eventually decided to focus entirely on her acting career.
Despite her subsequent success, information about her formal education and academic achievements, including the schools she attended or her major, still needs to be provided.
personal life
Lorna Laidlaw was previously married, but she kept her ex-spouse’s identity secret. For undisclosed reasons, the couple eventually divorced.
They have two sons, and Laidlaw has spoken about them in interviews, expressing how they sometimes found her role in “The Doctors” less compelling than her other work, such as “Tikabira.”
Despite this, she maintains a strong bond with her children, often balancing a busy acting schedule with her role as a mother. As of 2024, Laidlaw remains single and has no public information about her romantic relationships.
Profession
Lorna Laidlaw began her acting career with small roles in television, including guest appearances on shows such as Blue Heaven, Emmerdale and Afternoon Drama. She gained recognition in 2002 when she joined the BBC children’s series Tikkabilla, where she remained until 2007.
However, it was her role as Mrs Tembe in the medical drama Doctors from 2011 to 2019 that really brought her into the public eye. Her character, a devout Christian receptionist, was a fan favorite, and Laidlaw’s performance earned her multiple award nominations.
In 2019, Laidlaw moved to Coronation Street, playing Aggie Bailey, the nurse and matriarch of the first black family to appear on the long-running soap. Her role in Coronation Street showcased her versatility and further established her reputation in British television.
In addition, Lei Luo also ventured into the field of directing, directing multiple episodes of “Doctors”. Her behind-the-scenes work and on-screen performances have made her a respected figure in the British entertainment industry.
Awards
- 2012: Royal Television Society Award for Best Actress (Doctor) – Won
- 2013: Black International Film Festival and Screen Awards – Winner
- 2017: Inside Soap Award for Best Daytime Star (Doctor) – Won
- 2016: National Television Series Performance Award – Nominated
- Nominated for Best Actress at the British Soap Awards multiple times
net worth
Lorna Laidlaw’s net worth is estimated to be between $4 million and $6 million. Her wealth has been accumulated primarily through her successful acting career, particularly her long-running roles in Doctors and Coronation Street, as well as her work as a director.
social media
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film chronology
- Tekabilia(2002–2007)
- Grandpa in the Pocket (2009-2014)
- Doctor (2011-2019)
- Coronation Street (2019–2023)
