English movie stars born in 1940
Here are 21 famous actors from England were born in 1940:
Jimmy Tarbuck
Jimmy Tarbuck (February 6, 1940 Liverpool-) a.k.a. James Joseph Tarbuck is an English comedian, actor and presenter. He has one child, Liza Tarbuck.
Tarbuck began his career in show business as a host in the TV programme "Sunday Night at the London Palladium" in the early 1960s. He also had his own TV show, "The Jimmy Tarbuck Show," which aired for more than 20 years. Tarbuck is known for his quick wit and charm, and over the years has become a familiar face on British television. In addition to his entertainment work, Tarbuck has been very active in charity work, supporting causes such as cancer research and children's hospitals. He was awarded an OBE, Order of the British Empire, in recognition of his charitable and entertainment work.
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Mike Reid
Mike Reid (January 19, 1940 London-July 29, 2007 Marbella) also known as Michael Reid or Michael 'Mike' Reid was an English presenter, actor, comedian, author, stunt performer and film producer. He had three children, Jane Hall Reid, Michael Reid and Mark Edward Reid.
Mike Reid began his career as a stuntman, working on films such as "The Guns of Navarone" and "Dr. No". He then transitioned into comedy, performing at various clubs and venues in London. He gained national fame in the 1970s through his appearances on the television show "The Comedians".
Reid also had a successful acting career, appearing in films such as "Run for Your Wife" and "Snatch". He was also a regular on the soap opera "EastEnders", where he played the character of Frank Butcher.
In addition to his entertainment career, Reid was an accomplished author, having written several books including his autobiography "I Only Wanted to Be a Dad". He was also a talented musician and released several albums.
Sadly, Mike Reid passed away at the age of 67 while living in Marbella, Spain. He was remembered fondly by his fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry.
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Christopher Gable
Christopher Gable (March 13, 1940 London-October 23, 1998 Halifax) also known as Christopher Michael Gable or Christopher Gable, CBE was an English actor, ballet dancer and choreographer.
Gable began his career as a ballet dancer with the Royal Ballet in the 1960s, and later became a principal dancer with the company. He was also a choreographer, creating works for various ballet companies including the Royal Ballet and the Houston Ballet. In the 1970s, Gable transitioned to acting and appeared in a number of films and television shows, including "The Boy Friend" and "Eyewitness". He was also a director, and directed productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre. In 1989, Gable became the artistic director of the Northern Ballet Theatre in Leeds. He was awarded a CBE in 1996 for his services to dance. Gable died in 1998 from bone cancer.
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David Collings
David Collings (June 4, 1940 Brighton-) is an English actor and voice actor.
He trained at Rose Bruford College and began his career on stage. Collings is best known for his television roles in science fiction series Doctor Who and Blake’s 7. He also appeared in films such as The Ghosts of Motley Hall and Revenge of the Pink Panther. In addition to his live-action work, Collings was a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to numerous radio dramas and animated series, including the popular animated series The Wind in the Willows. Collings passed away on March 23, 2020, at the age of 79.
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Alan Lake
Alan Lake (November 24, 1940 Stoke-on-Trent-October 10, 1984 Sunningdale) was an English actor. He had one child, Jason Lake.
Alan Lake was best known for his roles on television, including the soap opera "Crossroads" and the sitcom "Mind Your Language." He also appeared in several films throughout his career, such as "The Abominable Dr. Phibes" and "Confessions of a Driving Instructor." In addition to his acting career, Lake was a proficient drummer and played in several bands throughout his life. Lake married actress Diana Dors in 1968, and the couple remained married until his death by suicide in 1984 at the age of 43.
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Matthew Guinness
Matthew Guinness (June 6, 1940 London-) a.k.a. Mathew Guinness is an English actor. He has two children, Sally Guinness and Bethany Guinness.
Matthew Guinness comes from the well-known Guinness brewing family. He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts and made his stage debut in 1963. He has appeared in several West End productions and also worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company, National Theatre, and the Royal Court Theatre. Guinness has also appeared in various TV shows and films, including "The Scarlet Pimpernel," "The Bill," "The Monocled Mutineer," and "Doctor Who." In addition to acting, Guinness is a skilled writer and has written several plays, including "The Great Celestial Cow," which received critical acclaim.
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John Castle
John Castle (January 14, 1940 Croydon-) also known as John Michael Frederick Castle is an English actor. He has one child, Shelley Castle.
Castle began his acting career in the 1960s and has appeared in numerous TV shows and films throughout his career. He is well known for his role as Geoffrey in the TV series "The Lion in Winter" and as Jacko in the film "Blow-Up". Castle has also appeared on stage, including performances in the West End and at the Royal Shakespeare Company. In addition to acting, Castle is a qualified pilot and has also worked as a journalist. He has written for a number of publications and has even written a book about flying. Castle currently lives in the UK with his wife, Maggie.
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Harvey Jason
Harvey Jason (February 29, 1940 London-) otherwise known as Harvey Albert Jason is an English actor and businessperson. He has two children, Joshua Jason and Louis Jason.
Harvey Jason began his acting career in London's West End theatre district and later became a part of the ensemble cast of the Royal Shakespeare Company. In the late 1960s, he moved to New York City and quickly made a name for himself on the off-Broadway stage. He made his film debut in 1970's "The Angel Levine" and went on to appear in over 70 films and television shows, including "The Long Goodbye", "Zelig", and "The Legend of Zorro".
In addition to his acting career, Jason has also been involved in various business ventures. He co-founded The Comedy Store in Los Angeles and also worked in real estate development. Jason has been a strong advocate for education and has served on the board of trustees for the University of California, Santa Cruz. Despite his success in business, he continues to act and has most recently appeared in the television shows "Castle" and "Bosch".
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Adam Faith
Adam Faith (June 23, 1940 Acton, London-March 8, 2003 Stoke-on-Trent) also known as Terence Nelhams, Faith, Adam, Adam Faith and the Roulettes, The Worried Men, Terence "Terry" Nelhams-Wright, Terence Nelhams-Wright or Terry Nelhams was an English singer, musician, journalist and actor. His child is called Katya Nelhams-Wright.
Adam Faith started his career as a pop singer in the late 1950s and achieved numerous hits including "What Do You Want?", "Poor Me", and "Someone Else's Baby". He also became a successful actor, appearing in films such as "Beat Girl" and "Stardust". Faith later transitioned to television, hosting his own series called "Adam Faith's ITV Safari" and becoming a successful producer. He produced popular shows like "Budgie" and "Love Hurts". Faith also ventured into business, becoming a successful financial advisor and founding the company Money Channel. In 1994, he suffered a heart attack that forced him to retire from show business. He passed away in 2003 at the age of 62.
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Billy Fury
Billy Fury (April 17, 1940 Dingle, Liverpool-January 28, 1983 Paddington) a.k.a. Ronald Wycherley, Ronald William Wycherley, Fury, Billy, Bill Fury or Fury, Bill was an English singer, musician, songwriter and actor.
Fury was one of the leading figures of the British rock and roll movement in the 1960s, scoring an impressive twenty-nine UK Top 40 singles. He was admired for his distinctive voice and his ability to effortlessly switch between rock, ballad and pop music, making him a favourite of fans and critics alike. Fury was also a talented guitarist and pianist, and his musical skills were often showcased in his recordings.
Aside from his success as a musician, Fury was also a popular actor, appearing in numerous films throughout the 1960s. He starred in a number of moneymaking movies, such as "Play It Cool" and "I've Gotta Horse", where he showcased his acting and musical talents. Fury had a charismatic personality, and his good looks and stage presence made him a heartthrob for many young girls of his time.
Despite enjoying great success and fame throughout his career, Fury's private life was filled with tragedy. He suffered from multiple health problems, including heart issues and deafness, and he died in 1983 at the age of just 42 from heart failure. Nonetheless, his musical legacy continues to be celebrated to this day and he is remembered as one of the greatest rock and roll stars to emerge from the UK.
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Eden Kane
Eden Kane (March 29, 1940 Delhi-) also known as Richard Graham Sarstedt or Kane, Eden is an English singer, actor and record producer.
He was born in India to British parents and moved to the UK as a child. Kane started his career in the 1960s as a pop singer, and had a string of hits in the UK charts including "Well I Ask You" and "Boys Cry". He also appeared in several pop music films such as "Just for You" and "What a Crazy World". Later, Kane turned to acting and appeared in TV shows and films such as "The Sweeney" and "Doctors". In addition, he has produced records for other artists including Leo Sayer and The Foundations. Kane's career spans over five decades and he continues to perform today.
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Duggie Brown
Duggie Brown (August 7, 1940 Rotherham-) is an English comedian and actor.
Brown started his career as a comedian in the 1960s, performing in clubs and venues across the UK. He rose to national fame in the 1970s with his appearances on TV shows such as "The Comedians" and "Opportunity Knocks". He also appeared in a number of stage productions, including the West End musical "Oliver!"
In the 1980s and 1990s, Brown transitioned into acting, appearing in popular TV shows such as "Coronation Street" and "Last of the Summer Wine". He also had roles in films such as "Quadrophenia" and "Clockwise". Brown is widely regarded as a national treasure in the UK, having entertained generations of audiences with his wit and charm.
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Gary Bond
Gary Bond (February 7, 1940 Liss-October 12, 1995 Ealing) also known as Gary James Bond was an English actor and singer.
He was best known for his roles in films like "Zulu" (1964) and "To Sir, with Love" (1967). Bond started his career at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art but dropped out to take up acting roles in television shows and stage productions. He made his film debut in 1962 with the film "The L-Shaped Room." His performance in "Zulu" established him as a promising actor and led to several other film offers. Apart from acting, Bond was also a skilled singer and recorded several albums, including the soundtrack album for "To Sir, with Love." Bond struggled with alcoholism throughout his career and died at the age of 55 due to complications from cirrhosis of the liver.
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Eric Richard
Eric Richard (June 27, 1940 Margate-) is an English actor.
He is best known for his role as Sergeant Bob Cryer in the long-running British police procedural drama television series "The Bill". Richard started his career as a stage actor and later transitioned to film and television. He has appeared in several British TV dramas, including "Z-Cars", "Coronation Street", and "Doctor Who". In addition to his acting career, he has also directed TV dramas and became a successful theatre director. Richard retired from acting in 2003 and now resides in France.
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Ray Lonnen
Ray Lonnen (May 18, 1940 Bournemouth-July 11, 2014 London) a.k.a. Ronald Baker was an English actor.
Lonnen initially trained as an electrician before turning to acting, and he began his career in repertory theatre before making his television debut in the 1969 series "The Fellows". He went on to appear in a number of popular British television dramas, including "The Sweeney", "Minder", and "Casualty". Lonnen also had a number of film roles, including "The Fourth Protocol" and "Aces High". One of his most notable roles was as Andrew Bradford in the TV series "Harry's Game". Later in his career he became known for his voice-over work, including the voice of Captain James T. Kirk in the animated "Star Trek" series. Despite his successful career, Lonnen was known for his modesty and dedication to his craft. He died in 2014 at the age of 74 after a battle with cancer.
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Dave Atkins
Dave Atkins (October 11, 1940 Plymouth-April 23, 2008 Watford) also known as David Atkins or Dave Aktins was an English actor.
Atkins began his acting career in the early 1960s and starred in various British television dramas such as "Z Cars" and "The Bill". He was also a regular guest star on popular shows like "Coronation Street" and "Doctor Who". In 1983, Atkins played the role of Richard Hillman on "Brookside", a character that became notorious for his evil deeds.
As well as television, Atkins had a successful career in theatre, primarily in regional productions across England. He also appeared in a movie, "The Cook, The Thief, His Wife and Her Lover" (1989), directed by Peter Greenaway.
Atkins was married to the actress and presenter Pauline Yates and had two children. He passed away at the age of 67 due to cancer.
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Roger Newman
Roger Newman (August 31, 1940 London-March 4, 2010 New York City) was an English screenwriter and actor.
Newman started his career in the entertainment industry as an actor in the early 1960s, but later became more involved in screenwriting. He is best known for co-writing the Academy Award-winning film adaptation of the musical "Cabaret" in 1972, along with Jay Presson Allen and Hugh Wheeler. Newman also wrote for television, including the popular series "Murder, She Wrote" and "Law & Order." In addition to his screenwriting work, Newman was a professor of dramatic writing at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. He passed away at the age of 69 due to complications from cancer.
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Jack Shepherd
Jack Shepherd (October 29, 1940 Leeds-) is an English actor, playwright, theatre director, saxophone player and jazz pianist. He has one child, Catherine Shepherd.
Shepherd started his acting career in the 1960s with small roles in television and films. He later became a regular on BBC's "Doctor Who" series in the 1970s. In the 1980s, he gained critical acclaim for his lead role in the TV drama series "Wycliffe".
Aside from acting, Shepherd also earned recognition as a playwright, with his play "In Lambeth" winning the John Whiting Award in 1991. He has also directed numerous plays, including productions at the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre.
Shepherd has also pursued a musical career as a saxophone player and jazz pianist, playing with various jazz bands over the years. Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated his versatility, skill and passion for the arts, earning him a reputation as a well-rounded performer.
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Sean Barrett
Sean Barrett (May 4, 1940 Hampstead-) also known as Seán Barrett or Sean Barret is an English voice actor and actor.
He is best known for his extensive work in voice-over roles, particularly in BBC Radio 4 dramas and audiobooks. He has also made numerous appearances in film and television, including roles in the films "War & Peace", "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves", and "The Dark Knight". Barrett began his acting career in the 1960s and has since become a highly respected and versatile performer. In addition to his work in acting and voice-over, Barrett is also a successful author, having written several books on subjects such as cricket and the paranormal.
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Harry Fielder
Harry Fielder (April 26, 1940 Islington-) also known as Harry Aitch Fielder, Harry H. Fielder or Harry H Fielder is an English actor and stunt performer. His children are called Connie Fielder, Tony Fielder and Stewart Fielder.
Fielder has appeared in over 400 films and television shows in his long career in the entertainment industry. Some of his notable film credits include Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back, Monty Python's Life of Brian, Batman, and Raiders of the Lost Ark. In addition to his acting work, he has also worked as a stunt performer in numerous productions. He often played small roles in films and TV shows but is considered one of the most prolific actors in British cinema. Fielder is also known for his work on the long-running British sci-fi series Doctor Who, having played various roles in eight different episodes. He continues to act and perform stunts in his 80s.
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David Hargreaves
David Hargreaves (February 2, 1940 New Mills-) is an English actor.
With a career spanning over five decades, David Hargreaves has become a well-established name in the entertainment industry. He began his acting career in the 1960s with stage productions such as "The Waltz of the Toreadors" and "The Trial of Lee Harvey Oswald". In the 1970s, he transitioned to television, landing roles in popular shows like "The Sweeney" and "Play for Today".
Hargreaves also made appearances in several films, including "Alien 3", "Chariots of Fire" and "The Crucible". He is perhaps best known for his recurring role as Bill Reynolds in the long-running BBC drama series "Casualty".
Aside from acting, Hargreaves is a trained opera singer and has performed with renowned companies such as the Royal Opera House and Glyndebourne. He has also worked extensively as a voice-over artist in commercials, documentaries and audiobooks.
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