Overview

• Ferris made her television debut as Nona Willis on Coronation Street in 1961 but left after 10 episodes due to challenges with the Lancashire accent
• She appeared in notable films including Catch Us If You Can (1965) and concluded her on-screen career with The Krays (1990) before retiring to focus on family
• Ferris married producer John Quested in 1960 and supported his international work while raising their three children in Ireland, Zurich and London
• Born in London to Dorothy and Roy Ferris, she was sister to Olympic diving bronze medallist Liz Ferris and actress Pam Ferris
• Her family has not disclosed a cause of death and fans and colleagues continue to share fond memories of her warmth and versatility