English movie stars died in 1998
Here are 8 famous actors from England died in 1998:
John Wells
John Wells (November 17, 1936 Ashford-January 11, 1998 Sussex) otherwise known as John Campbell Wells was an English actor, writer and satirist. He had one child, Dolly Wells.
Wells was born in Ashford, Kent and attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London. He began his career in the 1950s as a stage actor and later transitioned to film and television. Wells was known for his deadpan delivery and he frequently played comedic roles.
One of Wells' most memorable performances was in the 1968 film, "The Magic Christian," alongside Peter Sellers and Ringo Starr. He also appeared in the Monty Python sketch show and in the films "The Bed Sitting Room" and "Casino Royale."
In addition to his acting work, Wells was a prolific writer and wrote for several British television shows including "Not The Nine O'Clock News" and "Spitting Image." He also wrote a number of books, including "The Frank Muir Book: An Irreverent Companion to Social History" and "The Rude World of the English Gentleman."
Wells died in 1998 in Sussex at the age of 61. He is survived by his daughter, Dolly Wells, who is also an actress and comedian.
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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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John Channell Mills
John Channell Mills (March 26, 1929-October 16, 1998) was an English actor. He had three children, Bob Mills, Colin Mills and Danny Mills.
Raised in Sussex, Mills started his acting career in theatre before transitioning to film and television. He appeared in over 120 productions throughout his career, including notable roles in "Ryan's Daughter," "Gandhi," and "The Elephant Man." Mills won numerous awards for his performances, including BAFTA Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role and Best Actor in a Supporting Role. He was also awarded a Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor for his role in "Tunes of Glory." In addition to acting, Mills was an accomplished musician and writer, having authored several works of fiction and non-fiction. He was diagnosed with cancer in 1997 and passed away the following year at the age of 69.
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Roger Avon
Roger Avon (November 23, 1914 Jarrow-December 21, 1998 London) also known as Mr. Roger Avon was an English actor.
Avon was a prolific character actor, appearing in over 100 films and television shows throughout his career. He began his acting career on stage and radio before transitioning to film and television in the 1940s. Avon was often typecast in villainous roles, but was also known for his comedic performances. He notably appeared in the Hammer Horror film "The Curse of Frankenstein" and the first episode of the classic British series "Doctor Who." Avon continued to act until the mid-1990s, with his final role being in the film "Feast of July." Outside of acting, he was a skilled musician and played the piano professionally.
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Geoffrey Kendal
Geoffrey Kendal (September 7, 1909 Kendal-May 14, 1998) a.k.a. Geoffrey Bragg or Richard Geoffrey Bragg was an English actor-manager and actor. His children are called Felicity Kendal and Jennifer Kendal.
Geoffrey Kendal was born in Kendal, Westmorland, England, and he started his career in acting at an early age. In 1944, he founded the Shakespearean Theatre Company in India along with his wife Laura Liddell, where he played leading roles in many Shakespearean plays. Kendal also directed and produced various plays for the company.
Kendal's most notable contribution to the world of theatre was his establishment of 'Shakespeareana', a travelling repertory theatre company, which toured extensively through India, Pakistan, and parts of Southeast Asia. The company made its first successful tour in 1953 and continued touring for the next twenty years.
Kendal's daughter, Felicity Kendal, is also an award-winning actress and has appeared in various stage productions, TV shows, and films. His other daughter, Jennifer Kendal, was an actress who married Indian actor Shashi Kapoor and settled in India. She acted in various Bollywood films and also helped produce and direct some of the plays for the Shakespeareana troupe.
Kendal continued acting and touring with his theatre company until his death in 1998. His legacy lives on as he is remembered as one of the most influential theatre personalities in India.
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Leonard Cracknell
Leonard Cracknell (January 20, 1941-March 13, 1998 Southend-on-Sea) also known as Leo Cracknell was an English actor.
Cracknell was known for his work in both television and film. He began his acting career in the mid-1960s with appearances in popular British TV shows such as "The Avengers" and "The Saint." He also appeared in classic British films such as "The Italian Job" and "Alfie."
In the 1980s, Cracknell became a regular character on the long-running British television show "EastEnders." He played the character of "Milkman" in over 50 episodes.
Cracknell passed away in 1998 at the age of 57 due to heart failure. Despite his relatively short career, he left a lasting impression on British television and film.
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Nat Gonella
Nat Gonella (March 7, 1908 London-August 6, 1998 Gosport) otherwise known as Nat Gonella and His Trumpet, Gonella, Nat, Nat Gonella and his Georgians or Nathaniel Charles Gonella was an English singer, bandleader, trumpeter, author, military officer and actor.
Nat Gonella was known for being one of the pioneers of British jazz, and began his career playing with various jazz bands in London. He achieved international success as the lead trumpeter and vocalist for the band Ted Heath and his Music during the 1950s. Gonella also wrote an autobiography, called "I Play As I Please", which chronicled his life and career as a jazz musician.
Aside from his music career, Gonella served in the British military during World War II, leading his own dance band while stationed in India. He also appeared in several films, including the iconic British comedy "The Goon Show Movie" in 1951.
Gonella's contribution to British jazz is still celebrated today, and he is remembered as a key figure in the development of the genre in the UK. He was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1985 for his services to music, and was also inducted into the Big Band and Jazz Hall of Fame in 1993.
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Lenny McLean
Lenny McLean (April 9, 1949 Hoxton-July 28, 1998 London Borough of Bexley) also known as "The Guv'nor", Leonard John McLean or Leonard John "Lenny" McLean was an English author, actor, bouncer, presenter, bodyguard, businessperson and weightlifter. He had two children, Jamie McLean and Kelly McLean.
Lenny McLean rose to prominence as a bare-knuckle fighter in East London in the 1970s and 80s. He became known for his unbeatable reputation in the ring and his tough, no-nonsense attitude. Despite a rough upbringing and struggles with addiction, McLean went on to pursue a career in acting and worked on several films and TV shows, including "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels" and "The Krays".
In addition to his career in entertainment, McLean was involved in various businesses, including security and bodyguard services. He also wrote several books, including his autobiography "The Guv'nor" which became a bestseller. Despite struggling with ill health and the aftermath of his fighting career, McLean remained a beloved figure in the UK until his death from lung cancer in 1998.
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