Goldberry
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Goldberry, the "River-woman's daughter", was the wife of Tom Bombadil.
History
Although her origins are uncertain, it has been speculated that she is a river-spirit of the river Withywindle.[source?] Otherwise, she and Bombadil are enigmas.
Portrayal in Adaptations
1955: The Lord of the Rings (1955 radio series):
- Because adaptor Terence Tiller thought the age difference between Bombadil and Goldberry was too big, he made them father and daughter.[1] Tolkien though little of the change.[2] No actress is credited specifically for the part, though Nicolette Bernard is the only female in the episode's cast list, making it likely she voiced Goldberry.[3]
1992: Tales from the Perilous Realm (1992 radio series):
- Sorcha Cusack played Goldberry in the episode "The Adventures of Tom Bombadil".[4]
2002: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (video game):
- Goldberry appears at the house of Tom Bombadil. One of the tasks the player has to accomplish is bringing collecting water-lilies for Tom and Goldberry. She is voiced by Kath Soucie.[5]
See also
References
- ↑ Wayne G. Hammond, Christina Scull, The J.R.R. Tolkien Companion and Guide Reader's Guide, "Adaptations", pp. 8-23
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien; Humphrey Carpenter, Christopher Tolkien (eds.), The Letters of J.R.R. Tolkien, Letter 175, (dated 30 November 1955)
- ↑ Radio Times, Volume 129, No. 1672, November 25, 1955
- ↑ Tales from the Perilous Realm (1992 radio series), CD Booklet
- ↑ The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (video game), "Withywindle Path"
