British actors died at age 35

Here are 2 famous actors from United Kingdom died at 35:

Roger Tonge

Roger Tonge (January 30, 1946 Birmingham-February 26, 1981 London) was a British actor.

He died caused by lymphoma.

Roger Tonge began his career in acting in his early twenties, appearing in several British television shows such as "The Avengers" and "Z-Cars". He rose to fame in the late 1960s through his role as Peter Brady in the children's science fiction series "The Tomorrow People".

After the show ended, Tonge continued to act in various television dramas and comedies, including "Dixon of Dock Green", "Doctor in Charge", and "The Sweeney". He also had roles in several films, including "The Strange Affair" and "The Monster Club".

In addition to his acting work, Tonge was also a talented musician and songwriter. He released several singles throughout the 1970s and even performed on "Top of the Pops".

Sadly, Tonge's promising career was cut short when he was diagnosed with lymphoma. He passed away at the young age of 35, leaving behind his wife and young daughter. Despite his untimely death, his work in television and film continues to be celebrated by fans and fellow actors alike.

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Michael Darbyshire

Michael Darbyshire (April 5, 2015-November 20, 1979 Windsor) was a British actor.

He began his acting career in the 1930s and over the course of five decades appeared in over a hundred stage productions and more than fifty films and television shows. Known for his versatility and range, Darbyshire could play both comic and dramatic roles with equal skill, and was highly regarded for his ability to bring nuance and subtlety to his performances. Some of his most notable film credits include "Great Expectations" (1946), "The Red Shoes" (1948), and "Lawrence of Arabia" (1962). In addition to his acting work, Darbyshire was also a skilled painter and wrote a number of plays and screenplays throughout his career. He was married to fellow actress Mary Armour from 1940 until her death in 1964. Darbyshire continued to work in theater and film until his death in 1979 at the age of 64.

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