Maureen Potter
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Maureen Potter (1925 - 7 April 2004) was an acclaimed Irish singer, actor, comedian and performer.
Born in Dublin, Ireland and educated at St. Mary's, Fairview, North Dublin, Maria Philomena Potter had a long career in the Irish theatre, mainly as a comedienne, but also as a straight actress. She was a regular feature at the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin and for many years starred in the Christmas Pantomime. A bronze cast of her hand prints is featured outside.
She starred in roles including Maisie Madigan in Juno and the Paycock among many others. While still a teenager, she toured abroad before World War II as a singer and dancer with Jack Haylton (aka Jack Hylton) and his orchestra.
She first appeared professionally with Jimmy O'Dea in pantomime and appeared frequently on television and in cabaret.
In 1984 she was conferred with the Freedom of the City of Dublin, and was later awarded an honorary degree from Trinity College, Dublin.
She died in Clontarf in her native Dublin on 7 April 2004, at the age of 79. She is survived by her husband, Jack and her sons, John and Hugh.
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