Born on April 26, 1947, in Oldham, Lancashire, he was a distinguished British actor known for his versatility. He gained prominence with his role as Dim in Stanley Kubrick's "A Clockwork Orange" (1971). Over the decades, he built a robust career in television, notably starring as Detective Superintendent Andy Dalziel in the long-running series "Dalziel and Pascoe." With a career spanning theater and screen, he earned acclaim for his compelling portrayals. He passed away on November 12, 2014.