Born on December 14, 1908, in Thames Ditton, Surrey, this English actor enjoyed a prolific career spanning stage, film, and television. He began acting with the Royal Shakespeare Company and later transitioned to films in the 1940s. Notable for his roles in "Sink the Bismarck!" and "Jason and the Argonauts," he often portrayed authority figures like judges or naval officers. His television credits include "The Fugitive" and "The Persuaders!" He passed away on June 5, 1992, in Southport, Queensland, Australia.