English movie stars born in 1901
Here are 7 famous actors from England were born in 1901:
Maurice Evans
Maurice Evans (June 3, 1901 Dorchester, Dorset-March 12, 1989 Rottingdean) also known as Maurice Herbert Evans was an English actor, screenwriter and television producer.
He began his acting career on stage in England, eventually moving to the United States where he became a naturalized citizen in 1941. Evans is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Shakespearean characters such as Hamlet, Macbeth, and Richard II. He won a Tony Award for his performance in "The Teahouse of the August Moon" in 1954, and also appeared in films such as "Planet of the Apes" and "Rosemary's Baby". In addition to his acting work, Evans also wrote several books on Shakespearean performance and produced and directed various television programs. He was married three times and had two children.
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Eric Portman
Eric Portman (July 13, 1901 Akroydon-December 7, 1969 St Veep) a.k.a. Eric Harold Portman was an English actor.
He was born and raised in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, and began his acting career on the stage before transitioning to film in the 1930s. Portman appeared in over 80 films throughout his career, including "The 49th Parallel" (1941), "We Dive at Dawn" (1943), and "A Canterbury Tale" (1944). He was known for his ability to portray complex characters and often played villainous roles or anti-heroes. Portman was also a talented stage actor and performed in numerous plays, including a notable production of "King Lear" in 1949. He was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1958 for his contributions to British theatre and film. Portman's personal life was somewhat private, though he was known to have been married twice and to have had two children. He passed away in 1969 at the age of 68.
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Reginald Sheffield
Reginald Sheffield (February 18, 1901 Hanover Square, London-December 8, 1957 Pacific Palisades) also known as Matthew Reginald Sheffield Cassan, Eric Desmond, Reggie Sheffield or Reggy Sheffield was an English actor. He had three children, Johnny Sheffield, Billy Sheffield and Mary Alice Sheffield Cassan.
Reginald Sheffield started his acting career on stage in London and later transitioned to film, appearing in over 70 films throughout his career. He often played supporting roles, frequently portraying aristocratic or authoritative figures. Some of his notable film credits include "David Copperfield" (1935), "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1938), and "Rebecca" (1940).
Sheffield was also active in radio, performing in various programs, including the popular radio drama "The Shadow." He continued to work in film and television until his death in 1957. His son, Johnny Sheffield, also became a successful actor best known for his role as "Boy" in the Tarzan film series.
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James Raglan
James Raglan (January 6, 1901 Redhill-November 15, 1961 London) was an English actor.
He appeared in numerous films and stage productions throughout his career, notably playing the lead role in the West End production of "The Mousetrap" by Agatha Christie. Raglan also had a successful career in radio, where he was known for his distinctive voice and was a regular performer on the BBC's "Sunday-Night Theatre" program. In addition to his acting work, he was also a talented writer and director, with several of his own plays produced in London's West End. Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Raglan remained a private individual and little is known of his personal life.
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Kim Peacock
Kim Peacock (March 24, 1901 Watford-December 26, 1966 Emsworth) was an English actor.
He made his professional debut in 1923 with a small role in the production of "The Young Visitors" at the Kingsway Theatre in London. Peacock went on to have a successful career as a character actor on both stage and screen, appearing in notable productions such as "The Winslow Boy" and "The Browning Version". He established himself as a versatile actor, capable of playing a wide range of roles, from comedic to dramatic.
Peacock also appeared in several films, including "The 39 Steps" and "The Lady Vanishes", both directed by Alfred Hitchcock. He was a regular performer in BBC radio dramas during the 1940s and 1950s, and was known for his distinctive voice.
Peacock remained active in the entertainment industry until his death in 1966 at the age of 65. He is remembered as a talented actor who made significant contributions to the British theatre and film industry.
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Harvey Stephens
Harvey Stephens (August 21, 1901 Los Angeles-December 22, 1986 Laguna Hills) a.k.a. Harvey Stevens or Harvey Steens was an English actor.
Harvey Stephens started his acting career as a child actor in silent films, appearing in movies such as "Perils of the Rail" (1915) and "The Eyes of Julia Deep" (1918). He transitioned to talking pictures and appeared in notable films such as "The Divorcee" (1930) and "The Bat Whispers" (1930).
Stephens moved to England in the 1930s and became a well-known character actor, appearing in films such as "The Four Feathers" (1939), "The Seventh Veil" (1945), and "The Spy Who Loved Me" (1977). He also had a successful career on stage and in television, including appearances on "The Avengers" and "Doctor Who".
In addition to his acting career, Stephens was also a respected director and drama teacher in England, founding the Drama Centre London in 1963. He was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1984 for his contributions to the arts.
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Llewellyn Rees
Llewellyn Rees (June 18, 1901 Dorset-January 7, 1994 Dorset) also known as Lyn Rees or Walter Llewellyn Rees was an English actor.
Rees began his acting career in the 1920s on stage, and later transitioned to film and television. He appeared in over 80 films throughout his career, including the 1962 film "Lawrence of Arabia" where he played General Allenby. Rees was also a regular on British television, appearing in popular shows such as "Doctor Who," "Z Cars," and "The Forsyte Saga." In addition to acting, Rees was a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to various radio plays and audiobooks. He was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1979 for his contribution to the arts.
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