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Mary Ansell

Mary Ansell was an English actress and socialite, best known as the wife of the famous writer and humorist P.G. Wodehouse. Born in 1873, she pursued a career in stage acting before marrying Wodehouse in 1901. Their marriage faced difficulties, including Wodehouse’s affair with another woman, which ultimately led to their separation. Ansell's life reflected the social circles of early 20th-century England, and her relationship with Wodehouse has been of interest to fans and historians studying his personal life.