English movie stars died at 48
Here are 5 famous actors from England died at 48:
Giles Cooper
Giles Cooper (August 9, 1918 Dublin-December 2, 1966 Surbiton) was an English writer, screenwriter, actor and playwright.
Giles Cooper is best known for his acclaimed work as a radio playwright for the BBC, creating over 50 original dramas for the network between 1949 and his untimely death in 1966. Some of his most beloved works include "A View from the Hill," "The Disagreeable Oyster" and "Unman, Wittering and Zigo." In addition to his radio work, Cooper wrote for television and the stage, with his play "Everything in the Garden" being a successful West End production in 1962. He also acted on stage and screen, with notable performances in the films "From Russia with Love" and "The Third Secret." Cooper tragically died at the age of 48 from a heart attack while directing a play in Surbiton, England. Despite his relatively short career, he is remembered as one of the most influential writers in the history of British radio drama.
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Eddie Laughton
Eddie Laughton (June 20, 1903 Sheffield-March 21, 1952 Hollywood) a.k.a. Edgar Hugh Loughton, Edward Laughton or Ed Laughton was an English actor.
He died as a result of pneumonia.
Eddie Laughton began his acting career in the 1920s in the United Kingdom, where he appeared in several stage productions. He made his film debut in the 1930 British film "Juno and the Paycock". After a successful stage and film career in the UK, Laughton moved to the United States in the 1940s to continue his acting career.
In Hollywood, Laughton appeared in many films, including "The Lost Weekend" (1945), "Johnny Angel" (1945), "The Postman Always Rings Twice" (1946), and "White Heat" (1949). He also had a recurring role as a bartender in the television series "The Life of Riley" from 1950 to 1951.
Laughton was known for his versatility as an actor, often playing comedic roles but also appearing in serious dramatic roles. Despite his success in Hollywood, Laughton's life was cut short when he died of pneumonia at the age of 48.
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John Axon
John Axon (September 10, 1960 Stockport-October 25, 2008 Stockport) was an English actor.
He died in myocardial infarction.
John Axon is best known for his role as PC Roy Brammell in the British police drama show, The Bill. He began his acting career in the late 1980s and appeared in many popular TV shows such as Coronation Street, Casualty, Emmerdale, and Heartbeat. He also had a successful career in theater, performing in productions of shows such as The Rocky Horror Show and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Outside of acting, Axon was an avid supporter of Stockport County Football Club and was involved in local charity work. His sudden death at the age of 48 was a shock to his fans and colleagues.
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Peter Reynolds
Peter Reynolds (August 16, 1926 Wilmslow-April 22, 1975 Sydney) also known as Peter Horrocks was an English actor.
He died in fire.
Peter Reynolds began his acting career in theater before transitioning to film and television. He appeared in over 40 films, including "Sapphire" (1959), "The Angry Silence" (1960), and "Dr. Terror's House of Horrors" (1965). Reynolds was known for his rugged good looks and intense performances. In addition to his acting career, Reynolds was also a talented singer and had several chart-topping singles in the 1950s. He was married twice and had three children. His death in a house fire in Sydney was a tragic end to a promising career. Despite his untimely death, Reynolds left behind a legacy of memorable performances that continue to be celebrated by film and theater enthusiasts today.
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Richard Kay
Richard Kay (March 16, 1937 Newcastle upon Tyne-April 5, 1985 England) was an English actor. He had two children, Barnaby Kay and Adam Kay.
He died in traffic collision.
Richard Kay was best known for his work on British television. He made his screen debut in the early 1960s and went on to appear in several popular TV shows such as "Z-Cars," "The Sweeney," and "Doctor Who." In addition to his television work, he also appeared in movies such as "The Italian Job" and "The Wild Geese." Kay was a talented stage actor, and he performed in numerous productions throughout his career. Sadly, his life was cut short when he was killed in a car accident in 1985. Despite his relatively short career, Richard Kay remains a beloved figure in British entertainment history.
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