Teddy Beverley (born Hazel Pamela Chinery on 5 May 1927 in Bethnal Green, London, England) was one of Sisters BeverleyEnglish harmony singing trio known in the 1950s and 1960s for such classics as I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Little Drummer Boy and Little Donkey
Biography of Teddy Beverly
Teddie was younger than twin sisters Babs (Babette Patricia Chinery) and Joy (Joycelyn Victoria Barbara Chinery). Her parents, Victoria (née Miles) and George Chinery, are former music hall performers known as Coram and Mills The Guardian. The family then moved to Northamptonshire during the Second World War.
Career
During World War II, they became prominent as “Bonnie Babies” in an Ovaltine advertising campaign. After giving up their occupations as typists in 1945, they began appearing regularly on radio and in 1947 appeared in the Pathé short film The Guardian.
They later supported Bob Hope and Danny Kaye at the London Palladium (The Guardian). They signed a contract with Columbia Records in 1951 and became known as The Beverley Sisters.
Their tight fits, matching sequined dresses and wholesome yet quirky image have helped them become a household name in the UK. They starred in the BBC TV series The Beverley Sisters, recorded over 250 songs and had hits such as I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus, Little Drummer Boy and Little Donkey.
They were the highest-paid entertainers in Britain for more than two decades, writes The Telegraph. In 2002, the Guinness Book of Records recognized them as the longest-running vocal ensemble in the world with an unchanged line-up.
Teddie, Babs and Joy received an MBE in 2006 for their contribution to music. They also appeared at major national celebrations, such as the Queen’s Golden Jubilee.
Personal life
Teddie was married to Peter Felix from 1955 to 1972 and then to Donald Cottage from 1973 until his death. She had a daughter named Sasha Felix.
Death
Teddie Beverley has died 17 June 2026, aged 99, becoming the last of the Beverley sisters to die.
Teddie Beverly Net Worth
There is no verifiable public figure for Teddie Beverley’s net worth, and no credible source provides a reasonable estimate—the only known fact is that her main income came from her work as a singer with the Beverley Sisters.
