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English movie stars died in 1978

Here are 5 famous actors from England died in 1978:

André Morell

André Morell (August 20, 1909 London-November 28, 1978 London) also known as Andre Morell, Cecil André Mesritz or André Mesritz was an English actor. He had one child, Jason Morell.

Morell was initially known for his work on stage, performing in various plays at the Old Vic and Shakespeare Memorial Theatre. He made his film debut in the 1947 film "School for Secrets". Throughout his career, he appeared in many films including "The Bridge on the River Kwai" (1957), "Ben-Hur" (1959), and "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" (1948). Morell was also known for his television work, in particular playing the title role in the 1960s BBC series "BBC Sunday-Night Play" and appearing in classic series such as "The Avengers" and "Doctor Who". Morell was highly regarded for his versatility as an actor and his ability to play a wide range of characters.

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Leo Genn

Leo Genn (August 9, 1905 London-January 26, 1978 London) also known as Leo John Genn was an English actor, voice actor, barrister and lawyer.

Leo Genn was born into a Jewish family, his parents emigrated from Lithuania to England in the late 19th century. Leo studied law and was called to the bar in 1928. He practiced as a barrister for several years, however, he was unhappy with his career. In the early 1930s, he started taking theater classes and became passionate about acting.

Leo Genn made his debut on stage in 1939 in the play "The First Gentleman". He made his film debut in 1940 in the movie "21 Days". He quickly gained popularity and became one of the most sought-after actors of his time.

During World War II, Leo served as a lieutenant in the Royal Artillery. After the war, he continued his acting career and appeared in several films including "Quo Vadis" (1951), "The Battle of the River Plate" (1956) and "The Angry Silence" (1960).

Aside from his acting career, Leo Genn was also a successful voice actor. He lent his voice to several films including "Jason and the Argonauts" (1963) and "The Mouse on the Moon" (1963).

Leo Genn was married twice and had two sons. He passed away in London in 1978 at the age of 72.

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Jack Hulbert

Jack Hulbert (April 24, 1892 Ely, Cambridgeshire-March 25, 1978 Westminster) also known as John Norman Hulbert or John Norman "Jack" Hulbert was an English actor and screenwriter.

Hulbert began his career in the theatre and later transitioned to film, becoming a popular star of British cinema in the 1930s. He often played charming and humorous leading men, and was known for his athleticism and skill at performing stunts. Along with his wife, actress Cicely Courtneidge, Hulbert appeared in several successful films and stage productions, including the 1937 film "Underneath the Arches" and the stage musical "Pennies From Heaven". Hulbert also wrote the screenplay for a few films, including "Venus in the East" (1929) and "Jack's the Boy" (1932). He continued to work in film and television throughout the 1940s and 1950s, frequently collaborating with Courtneidge. Hulbert was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 1958 for his contributions to the entertainment industry.

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Leslie Fenton

Leslie Fenton (March 12, 1902 Liverpool-March 25, 1978 Montecito) also known as Leslie Carter Fenton was an English film director and actor.

Starting his career as an actor in the 1920s, Leslie Fenton went on to act on both stage and screen in England and the United States. He made over 60 film appearances, including in acclaimed movies such as "The Scarlet Empress" (1934), "The Prisoner of Shark Island" (1936), and "Young Mr. Lincoln" (1939). After working as a director on a few minor films, he directed his first major feature with "Swamp Water" (1941), which starred Walter Brennan and Dana Andrews. Fenton went on to direct several more films, including "The Story of Dr. Wassell" (1944), a war drama that starred Gary Cooper. In the early 1950s, he turned to television directing and worked on shows like "The Cisco Kid" and "The Adventures of Rin Tin Tin." Later in life, Fenton retired from the entertainment industry and spent his time pursuing his passion for horse racing.

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Micheál Mac Liammóir

Micheál Mac Liammóir (October 25, 1899 London-March 6, 1978 Dublin) otherwise known as Micheal MacLiammoir, Micheál Liammóir, Alfred Willmore or Micheál MacLiammóir was an English writer and actor.

Mac Liammóir was born as Alfred Willmore in London to a Protestant family. He initially pursued a career in painting and even co-founded an avant-garde group called "The Gate Theatre Studio". However, his true passion lied in acting and he eventually went on to become one of Ireland's most celebrated stage actors. He was a prominent member of the Abbey Theatre, where he performed in over 300 productions, and was also a co-founder of the Gate Theatre in Dublin. Mac Liammóir was also a prolific writer, penning several plays, novels, and autobiographical works. He even co-wrote the screenplay for the classic film "Orson Welles' Othello" with Welles himself. Mac Liammóir was openly gay at a time when homosexuality was illegal in Ireland and his life and work were greatly influenced by his sexuality. He died in Dublin in 1978, leaving behind a legacy as one of Ireland's most important cultural figures.