Biography of rachel kempson

1. Rachel Kempson: A Life Dedicated to Acting
2. Early Life and Education
3. Marriage and Family
4. Theatrical Career
5. Film and Television Work
6. Knighthood and Later Years
7. Death and Legacy

Rachel Kempson: A Life Dedicated to Acting

Rachel Kempson was an English actress born on May 28, 1910, in Dartmouth, Devon, England, to Beatrice Hamilton and Eric William Edward Kempson.

Early Life and Education

Before joining the Royal Shakespeare Company, Kempson trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London.

Marriage and Family

In 1935, Kempson married English actor Michael Redgrave.

They had three children: Vanessa, Lynn, and Corin Redgrave, all of whom became accomplished actors. Kempson's granddaughters from Vanessa, Natasha Richardson and Joely Richardson, also pursued acting careers.

Theatrical Career

Kempson enjoyed a long and distinguished theatrical career on English sta