Biography
Shirley Cooklin is a British writer and former actress. Born on 3 March 1930 in Wallasey, Cheshire, she trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama and began her career in repertory theatre before appearing in television series including The Children of the New Forest (1955) and Doctor Who (1967).
She later wrote episodes for several British television series, including one episode of EastEnders (1987), one of Crossroads (1986), one of The Bill (1989) and three of Emmerdale Farm (1990–1991). She has also authored books including Knockback (1985), adapted into a BBC television film, and Inside Out on the criminal justice system.
Cooklin was married to television producer Peter Bryant.
