WebIrene Handl. Jump to Edit. Overview. Born. December 27, 1901 · Maida Vale, London, England, UK. Died. November 29, 1987 · Kensington, London, England, UK (breast cancer) Height. 4′ 11½″ (1.51 m) Mini Bio. English character actress best known for her many portrayals of feisty cockney types, ranging from barmaids to landladies, charwomen to …