British actors died in 1971
Here are 12 famous actors from United Kingdom died in 1971:
Godfrey Winn
Godfrey Winn (October 15, 1906 Birmingham-June 19, 1971) was a British novelist, journalist and actor.
He began his writing career as a journalist in the 1920s, working for various publications including The Daily Mirror and The Daily Sketch. He gained popularity as a celebrity interviewer and social commentator, often writing about high society and the British aristocracy.
In addition to his journalism work, Winn also wrote several novels and non-fiction books. He was also a regular on the radio show "Any Questions?" and appeared in a number of films as an actor.
Winn served in the British Army during World War II, and afterwards continued his writing career. He was known for his wit and charm, as well as his extensive knowledge of the British social scene.
Winn’s most famous work is arguably his 1967 biography of Queen Elizabeth II, titled "Elizabeth: The Queen Mother", which was a bestseller and cemented his place as one of Britain’s most prominent writers and journalists.
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Denis Shaw
Denis Shaw (April 7, 1921 Dulwich-February 28, 1971 London) otherwise known as Denis Findlay Shaw or Dennis Shaw was a British actor.
Throughout his career, Denis Shaw appeared in a number of television shows and films. Some of his notable works include roles in the films "The Quatermass Xperiment" (1955), "The Curse of Frankenstein" (1957), and "The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll" (1960). He also appeared in the popular British TV shows "The Avengers" and "Z Cars." Furthermore, Shaw was a prolific stage actor and highly respected for his work on the theatre scene. He was associated with Royal Court Theatre, where he performed in many plays. Shaw's career was cut short due to his sudden death at the age of 49 in 1971.
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Austin Melford
Austin Melford (August 21, 1884 Alverstoke-August 19, 1971 London) a.k.a. Austin Alfred Smith was a British film director, screenwriter, actor and playwright.
He began his career as a playwright, writing several successful plays including "The House on the Hill" and "The Ghost Train". He then transitioned to film directing and screenwriting, working on notable films such as "The Farmer's Wife" (1928) and "Black Coffee" (1931), both adaptations of Agatha Christie works. Melford also acted in several films, including "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" (1939) and "Gaslight" (1940). Later in his career, he returned to the theater and continued writing and directing plays. Melford was considered an influential figure in early British cinema and made significant contributions to the development of the thriller genre.
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E. V. H. Emmett
E. V. H. Emmett (June 18, 1902 London-June 7, 1971 Ealing) also known as Ted Emmett, Edward Victor H. Emmett, Ted, E.V.H.Emmett or E.V.H. Emmett was a British film producer, actor, screenwriter and film director.
Emmett began his career working as a journalist before transitioning to the film industry in the 1920s. He worked for several production companies before co-founding his own, Eclipse Films, in the 1930s. Eclipse Films produced a number of successful films, including "The Girl in the News" (1940) and "Pink String and Sealing Wax" (1945).
In addition to producing, Emmett also acted in several films, including "The Next of Kin" (1942) and "Jassy" (1947). He was also a prolific screenwriter, penning scripts for "Sweet Devil" (1938) and "The Shop at Sly Corner" (1947).
Emmett is perhaps best known for directing the film "The Dark Man" (1951), a crime thriller starring Edward Underdown and Maxwell Reed. He continued to work in the film industry until his death in 1971 at the age of 68.
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Gene Gerrard
Gene Gerrard (August 31, 1892 Clapham-June 1, 1971 Sidmouth) a.k.a. Eugene Morris Sullivan was a British film director and actor.
Gene Gerrard started his career in the arts as a member of a local troupe in South London. He made his stage debut in 1909, and his first major film appearance in 1920’s "The Call of the Road". Over the next two decades, Gerrard appeared in over 80 films, frequently playing the roles of charming young men, charismatic leaders, or comic characters.
In addition to acting, Gerrard also directed several films, including "The Maid of the Mountains" (1932) and "Street Singer" (1937). He was known for his enthusiasm behind the camera and for his willingness to take risks in his productions.
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Gerrard's personal life was not without its struggles. He suffered from alcoholism and financial difficulties throughout his career, and was once imprisoned for fraud.
However, Gene Gerrard's legacy lives on as a talented and versatile actor and director, who made significant contributions to British cinema during its formative years.
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John Longden
John Longden (November 11, 1900 Caribbean-May 26, 1971 London) also known as John Longdon was a British actor.
He appeared in over 200 films between 1926 and 1964, often playing tough-guy roles or authority figures. Longden is perhaps best known for his work in early British sound films, including his performance as Detective Sergeant Frank Webber in Alfred Hitchcock's "Blackmail" (1929), which is widely regarded as the first British talkie. In addition to his film work, Longden also appeared on stage and television throughout his career. He was married to fellow actress Norah Howard from 1928 until his death in 1971.
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Tom Gill
Tom Gill (July 26, 1916 Newcastle upon Tyne-July 22, 1971) was a British actor and writer.
Gill initially started his career as a comedian and performed at music halls in the UK. However, he later transitioned into acting and is best known for his roles in various films and television shows, including "Charley Moon," "The Great St. Trinian's Train Robbery," "The Quatermass Xperiment," and "Moonstrike." In addition to acting, Gill also wrote screenplays for various TV shows and films, including "Probation Officer" and "Operation Cupid." He was married to British actress and singer Dinah Sheridan from 1952 to 1956.
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Arthur Rigby
Arthur Rigby (September 27, 1900 London-April 25, 1971 Worthing) a.k.a. Arthur Rigby Jr. or Arthur Turner was a British actor, screenwriter and writer.
He began his career in the film industry as an actor in silent films, and eventually transitioned to working behind the scenes as a screenwriter and writer. Rigby worked on a number of notable films, including "Pygmalion" (1938) and "The Winslow Boy" (1948). He also wrote novels and plays, including "The Tarnished Angel" (1948) and "Time Gentlemen, Please" (1947), both of which were adapted into successful films. Rigby was known for his sharp wit and dry sense of humor, and he remained active in the entertainment industry up until his death in 1971 at the age of 70.
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Nigel Barrie
Nigel Barrie (February 5, 1889 Kolkata-October 8, 1971 London) a.k.a. Roynon Cholmondeley Nigel-Jones was a British actor.
He was born in Kolkata, India in 1889 and later moved to England to pursue a career in acting. Nigel appeared in over 100 films during his career, including prominent roles in acclaimed films such as "Went the Day Well?" (1942) and "The Man in Grey" (1943). In addition to his film work, he also played many character roles in theater and on television. Nigel was known for his versatile acting abilities and his ability to embody a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatic. He received critical acclaim for his performances throughout his career and is remembered as one of the most talented actors of his time. Nigel died in London in 1971 at the age of 82.
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Derwent Hall Caine
Derwent Hall Caine (August 12, 1891 Keswick-December 2, 1971 Miami) a.k.a. Sir Derwent Hall Caine, 1st Baronet or Sir Derwent Hall Caine, 1st Baronet was a British actor, publisher and politician. His child is called Elin Caine.
Derwent Hall Caine was born in Keswick, Cumberland, England to the renowned author Sir Thomas Henry Hall Caine and his wife, Mary Chandler. He initially pursued his career as an actor and appeared in several plays and films, including a supporting role in the 1919 silent film, "The Lamb." However, he later shifted his focus to publishing and became the director of several publishing firms, including Hurst and Blackett Ltd. and Sheed and Ward.
Besides his work in the publishing industry, Caine was also actively involved in politics. He served as the Conservative Member of Parliament for the Isle of Wight from 1931 to 1945. In recognition of his services, he was created a baronet in the 1943 Birthday Honours.
Caine married Gwladys Muriel, daughter of Arthur Chilton Powell, in 1920 and they had a daughter, Elin Caine. He passed away in Miami in 1971 at the age of 80.
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Roger Maxwell
Roger Maxwell (January 1, 1900 London-November 24, 1971 London) also known as Roger D. Latham was a British actor.
He was best known for his work on stage, particularly in Shakespearean productions, and also appeared in numerous film and television roles. Maxwell began his career on the stage in the 1920s and received critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "Hamlet," "King Lear," and "Macbeth." He also acted in several notable films including "The Thief of Bagdad" (1940), "The Red Shoes" (1948), and "The Importance of Being Earnest" (1952). In addition to his acting career, Maxwell was also a renowned voice actor and screenwriter, and wrote several plays under the pseudonym Roger D. Latham. He continued to act and write until his death in 1971 in London, England.
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Hugh Wakefield
Hugh Wakefield (November 10, 1888 Wanstead-December 5, 1971 London) was a British actor.
He began his acting career on stage, appearing in productions such as "Prince and Cinderella" and "Charley's Aunt". Wakefield later transitioned into film and television, and became known for his roles in classic British films such as "Pygmalion" and "The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp". He also had recurring roles in TV series such as "The Avengers" and "The Saint". Wakefield continued to act throughout his life, with his final film appearance being in the 1971 movie "Nicholas and Alexandra".
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