Dame Margaret Rutherford was a renowned British actress, born on May 11, 1892, in Balham, London. She gained fame for her distinctive voice and comedic talent, particularly in film and theater. Rutherford is best known for her role as Miss Marple, the amateur detective created by author Agatha Christie, in several successful films during the 1960s. Throughout her career, Rutherford received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the film The V.I.P.s (1963). She was also appointed a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1961 for her contributions to the arts.