Mirren reigns at Oliviers

Dame Helen Mirren has won her first ever Olivier Award.

Mon, 29 Apr, 2013 - 08:11

Dame Helen Mirren has won her first ever Olivier Award.

The 67-year-old actress picked up the prestigious Best actress award for her role as Queen Elizabeth the II in Stephen Daldry's 'The Audience' at the ceremony celebrating the best in British theatre at London's Royal Opera House last night.

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