#34: Barbara Windsor, The Rag Trade (1961–1963)
In the British sitcom The Rag Trade, Barbara Windsor played factory worker Babs, bringing her trademark energy and cheeky humor to the bustling garment workshop setting. Windsor’s lively performance helped capture the spirit of working-class London comedy, and her charisma made her one of the show’s most recognizable faces.

Windsor later became a major star in British film and television, particularly through the long-running Carry On comedy films. Decades later, she gained new fans playing Peggy Mitchell on EastEnders. Across generations of audiences, Windsor remained beloved for her spirited performances and unmistakable personality.
