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Jane Asher Biography

Birth Place:
Marylebone, London, England, United Kingdom
Profession
Actor, Author, Pastry Chef

Fast Facts

  • At the age of 5, made her debut as an actress
  • At a young age developed her interest in the culinary arts
  • The producer of The Beatles George Martin was a student of her mother
  • Joined the renowned National Theatre in London in 1976
  • Paul McCartney lived a couple of years at her parent's household
  • Was a muse in many Paul McCartney songs in the 1960s, they were engaged for seven months
  • Is skilled at guitar, Flute, and Piano
  • Is an Associate Member of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London
  • Is an advocate in many causes including Parkinson, Autism, and Arthritis Care
  • Holds several presidentships in non-profits organizations

Awards

  • 1972BAFTA Film Awards-Best Supporting Actress: nominated

Relationships

  • Peter Asher -- Brother
  • Katie Scarfe -- Daughter
  • Paul McCartney -- Ex-fiancé
  • Richard Alan John -- Father
  • Gerald Scarfe -- Husband
  • Margaret Asher -- Mother
  • Clare Asher -- Sister
  • Rory Scarfe -- Son