Also Known As: Vera Margaret Welch
Vera Lynn
📍Born in East Ham, London, England, UK
Biography
Dame Vera Lynn was an English singer-songwriter born Vera Margaret Welch on 20 March 1917. During World War II she toured India, Burma and Egypt, giving concerts for troops stationed there and gaining the nickname 'The Forces' Sweetheart'. Her 2009 album 'We'll Meet Again: The Very Best of Vera Lynn' topped the UK album chart. At 92 she became the oldest artist to do so.
Known For
13 Hours That Saved Britain
as Witness
One Exciting Night
as Vera Baker
Venus fra Vestø
Entertaining the Troops
as Self - Contributor
Dame Vera Lynn at the BBC
as Self
Songs That Won the War
as Herself/Presenter
We'll Meet Again
as Peggy Brown
Rhythm Serenade
as Ann Martin
The Unforgettable Norman Wisdom
as Old Lady that sang During the War
Juliana 75!
as Self
The One Show
as Self
A Picture of Britain
📌 Quick Info
Born
March 20, 1917
Place of Birth
East Ham, London, England, UK
Department
Acting
Popularity
0.7
Also Known As
📊 Career Stats
17
Acting Roles
0
Crew Roles
10
Movies
7
TV Shows