
Michèle Winstanley
British actress and playwright, known for her works with cult director Alex Cox, including 'Straight To Hell' and 'Sid and Nancy', and for playing Cathy in Phil Redmond's seminal teenage television series, 'Going Out'. Michèle Winstanley is also known for her role as Karen the barmaid at The Nags Head in 'Only Fools and Horses', as well as for playing Harry's mother in Safeways' long-running series of commercials, which follow the adventures of Harry, a thoughtful toddler, voiced by Martin Clunes OBE. In 2024, she had a regular role in the BBC series Silent Witness as a sign language interpreter, a role she also does in real life. As a playwright, Winstanley's works have been produced at Hampstead Theatre, Arcola Theatre and The Space Theatre.
12
Films
7
TV Shows
Known For
19 Credits
EastEnders
as Elaine
1985

Minder
as Sandra
1979

Only Fools and Horses
as Karen
1981

The Comic Strip Presents...
as Michelle
1982

Birds of a Feather
as Clerk
1989

I.D.
as Stef
1995

Shine on Harvey Moon
as Janice
1982

Walker
as Maid
1987

Judo Champ
as Jill
1981

Party Party
as Christine
1983

Sid and Nancy
as Olive McBollocks
1986

Going Out
as Cathy Wickes
1981