Anne Haddy as Helen Daniels in 1986.
Anne Haddy, full name Patricia Anne Haddy was an Australian actress who played Helen Daniels from 1985 to 1997. Anne was one of the original cast members.
Pre Neighbours career[]
Anne was born as Patricia Anne Haddy on the 5th October 1930 in Quorn, South Australia. Before Neighbours, she appeared in soaps like Prisoner and Sons and Daughters. She had even been on of the early presenters on childrens show Play School in 1966.
Neighbours[]
Anne landed the role of the matriarch Helen Daniels in late 1984 and filming began in early 1985. Anne played Helen for the next 12 years. Ill health forced her to leave the show and her character was killed off in October 1997.
Anne also presented the Neighbours 10th Anniversary celebratory video in 1995.
After Neighbours[]
Anne had no more acting roles after leaving Neighbours and retired completely. She died on the 6th June 1999 at her home in Melbourne, aged 68. The UK episode of Neighbours broadcast the following day was dedicated to her memory.