Cleo Sylvestre. Missed now she has gone.
The first time I knew of Cleo Sylvestre was when I saw her obituary in The Guardian newspaper. I was amazed at her career and achievements. She was the first black actress* to star at The National Theatre, the first female singer to record with the Rolling Stones and was made an MBE in 2023. In 1964 she had a hit with the record " To know him is to love him " which I happen to have on a compilation vinyl album in my collection. However Cleo decided to pursue an acting career. She went to school in Camden, North London and attended The Italia Conti Acting school which used to be in Stockwell, South London. Looking back I saw her in many TV shows but did not know her name. Ms Sylvestre I apologise for not learning about you until 2024. RIP. (I don't use actor for females).