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- Hopkins
- Born:
- 1756, London, Eng.
- Died:
- May 1845, Leamington, Warwickshire (aged 89)
- Notable Family Members:
- spouse John Philip Kemble
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Priscilla Kemble
British actress
Also known as: Priscilla Hopkins
Priscilla Kemble (born 1756, London, Eng.ādied May 1845, Leamington, Warwickshire) was a noted English actress and wife of the actor and theatrical manager John Philip Kemble.
Born into a theatrical family, Priscilla Hopkins made her acting debut in 1772 with David Garrickās company at the Drury Lane. After a few years, Priscilla married another of Garrickās actors, William Brereton. He died in 1787, and later that year she married John Philip Kemble shortly before he became manager of the Drury Lane. Priscilla continued acting, mainly in supporting roles, until she retired from the stage in 1796.
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