Violet Augusta Mary Barnes, known professionally as Violet Vanbrugh, was an English actress with a career that spanned more than 50 years. Despite her many successes, her career was overshadowed by that of her more famous sister, Dame Irene Vanbrugh.

Dame Irene Barnes DBE, known professionally as Irene Vanbrugh, was an English actress. The daughter of a clergyman, Vanbrugh followed her elder sister Violet into the theatrical profession and sustained a career for more than 50 years.