Bette Bourne
Bette Bourne (born Peter Bourne, 22 September 1939) is a British actor, drag queen, campaigner, and activist. His theatrical career has spanned six decades. He came to prominence in the mid-1970s onwards after joining the New York-based alternative gay cabaret troupe Hot Peaches. He then went on to form his own alternative gay theatrical company, Bloolips.
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| Born | Peter Bourne 22 September 1939 Hackney, East London, England |
| Education | Central School of Speech and Drama |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1943–present |
| Notable work | The Vortex, Donmar Warehouse, 2002 |
| Family | Mike Berry (brother) |
| Awards | Clarence Derwent Award 2003, OBIE Award for Performance (2001, 1991), Manchester Evening News Award |
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