Ella Retford | |
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| Born | Elinor Maud Flanagan 2 July 1885 Sunderland, County Durham, England |
| Died | 29 June 1962 (aged 76) London, England |
| Other names | Elinor Maud Dawe |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, dancer, comedienne, actress |
| Known for | Music hall, pantomime, films |
| Spouse | Thomas Dawe (1911-1928; his death) |
Elinor Maud Dawe (née Flanagan, 2 July 1885 – 29 June 1962), who used the stage name Ella Retford, was an English music hall comedian, singer and dancer, and later a stage and film actress.