Today, we remember Barbara Shelley (1932–2021), lovingly known as the Queen of Hammer. Her poise, intelligence, and screen presence made her one of the studio’s most celebrated leading ladies. From The Gorgon (1964) and Dracula: Prince of Darkness (1966) to Rasputin: the Mad Monk (1966) and Quatermass and the Pit (1967), Shelley brought calm authority and magnetic charm to each role, helping define Hammer’s Gothic horror legacy. Her colleagues remembered her as gracious and kind, while fans cont

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