 Annabelle Apsion

Jane Annabelle Apsion (born 17 September 1960 in Hammersmith, London) is an English actress, best known for playing Monica Gallagher in the hit television comedy-drama "Shameless", Joy Wilton in "Soldier Soldier" and Violet Buckle in "Call the Midwife".Apart from "Shameless", Apsion is also known for her portrayals of Betty in "My Good Friend", Beverly in "The Lakes", Patricia Hillman in "Coronation Street", and Mrs. Beech in Michelle Magorian's "Goodnight Mister Tom".