Jane Horrocks is a British actress known for her roles in films and television shows. Her name is pronounced as [dʒeɪn ˈhɒrəks]. The first name 'Jane' is spelled as it is pronounced, with a 'j' sound and a long vowel sound. The last name 'Horrocks' has a silent 'h' and two 'r' sounds. The first 'o' is pronounced with a short vowel sound, and the second 'o' has a schwa sound. The spelling of this name accurately represents its pronunciation using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
Jane Horrocks is an English actress, singer, and voice artist. Born on January 18, 1964, in Rawtenstall, Lancashire, she has achieved acclaim for her versatile performances across different mediums. Horrocks gained international recognition for her portrayal of the character Bubble in the hit British sitcom "Absolutely Fabulous" (1992-2012) alongside Jennifer Saunders and Joanna Lumley.
With her distinctive voice and impeccable comedic timing, Horrocks has forged a successful career in the voice acting industry. She provided the voice for the character of Babs Bunny in the animated television show "Tiny Toon Adventures" (1990-1995) and notably voiced the role of the sheep character in the beloved stop-motion animated series "Shaun the Sheep" (2007-present).
Beyond her work in voice acting, Horrocks has showcased her extraordinary talent as a stage performer. She famously starred in the highly acclaimed stage adaptation of Jim Cartwright's play "The Rise and Fall of Little Voice" (1992), where she portrayed the shy and introverted young woman with an uncanny ability to mimic famous singers. This breakthrough performance earned her critical acclaim, numerous awards, and a Laurence Olivier Award nomination.
In addition to her acting prowess, Horrocks has also demonstrated her singing abilities through her roles in various musical productions such as "Cabaret" (2006) and the television film "Little Voice" (1998). Her multi-faceted career has solidified her reputation as a talented and versatile performer in both the acting and singing realms.
The word "Jane Horrocks" does not have an etymology as it is a proper noun.
"Jane Horrocks" refers to a British actress, and her name is a combination of her given name "Jane" and her surname "Horrocks". The origin and meaning of the surname "Horrocks" is likely to be of English origin, but without further information, it is difficult to ascertain its specific etymology.