Barbara Wheelton, an Australian actress best known for playing multiple characters in the TV series Prisoner, passed away at the age of 93.
She was born in 1931 in London and moved to Australia when she was young.
She appeared in numerous TV shows during the 60s and 70’s, including Prisoner, which ran from 1979 to 1986.
She is best known for playing multiple characters in the TV series Prisoner. Wheelton also appeared in other popular shows such as The Sullivans and Cop Shop.
Her family released a statement regarding her death. They stated that she was loved by her many friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fight Parkinson’s Victoria. Wheelton is survived by her children, Simon, Paul, and Stephanie.
Her funeral was held in Melbourne on August 26. Her niece, Linda, posted a tribute to her aunt.
Even though we were miles apart, you were always in my thoughts and heart. Our trips to Melbourne will not be the same without you.
We treasured the stories you told us and will hold on to the fond memories we shared. Rest in peace, Barbara.
Rest in peace, Barbara, my condolences go out to Don, Angela, Simon, and the entire family. Love, Linda, Vaughn, Christian, and Ashton Favazzo.
Her fans also paid tribute to her on social media. One noted that she was an actress who had played various characters over the years.
One of the people who paid tribute to Wheelton said that she was funny because she had played both the neighbor of Judy and the part of Mrs. Burke.
Another stated that she had recently seen her in the show. Rest in peace Barbara.
Barbara Wheelton was an Australian actress best known for playing multiple characters in the TV series Prisoner.
She worked alongside various actors from the country, such as Michael Caton, Noni Hazlehurst, and Charles Tingwell.
Aside from acting, Wheelton also worked as a short story writer.