1949 77 years ago Notable Births June 24

Betty Jackson, English fashion designer

On June 24, in the year 1949, Betty Jackson, English fashion designer. This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of June 24, a notable event in this corner of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Betty Jackson. Learn more below.

Betty Jackson, RDI is an English fashion designer based in London, England. She was born in Lancashire. In 2007, her success in British fashion was recognised with first an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours 1987 and later with a CBE for "services to the fashion industry." She is also known for designing many of the costumes worn by Edina and Patsy on the 1990s hit television comedy Absolutely Fabulous.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on June 24, 1949 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 12 January 2026.

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