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Anthony Bate
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Bate in the television series Intimate Strangers
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| Born | 31 August 1927 Stourbridge, Worcestershire, England
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| Died | 19 June 2012 (aged 84) Newport, Isle of Wight, England
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| Nationality | British |
| Education | King Edward VI School, Stourbridge |
| Alma mater | Central School of Speech and Drama |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1953–2005 |
| Known for | Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy Smiley's People |
| Spouse(s) | Diana Fay (1954–2012; his death) |
| Children | Gavin Watson, Mark Hewitt |
Anthony Bate (born August 31, 1927 – died June 19, 2012) was a talented English actor. He was known for his many roles in television, film, and theatre.
He is perhaps most famous for playing Oliver Lacon in the BBC TV shows Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Smiley's People. These were based on popular spy novels. He also played Bret Renssalaer in the Game, Set and Match series.
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Early Life and Training
Anthony Bate was born in Stourbridge, England. He was the third son in his family. His parents owned hotels on the Isle of Wight.
He went to King Edward VI School in Stourbridge. After school, he trained to be an actor. He studied at the Central School of Speech and Drama. He even won a gold medal there! Before starting his acting career, he served in the Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve from 1945 to 1947.
Acting on Stage
Anthony Bate began his professional acting career in the theatre in 1953. He performed in many plays throughout his life.
Some of his theatre roles included:
- His first show in London's West End was Inherit the Wind in 1960.
- He also appeared in Treasure Island and Much Ado About Nothing.
- He continued to act in plays until the 1990s.
Television Roles
Anthony Bate was a familiar face on British television. He appeared in many popular TV series.
Some of his well-known TV appearances include:
- Dixon of Dock Green
- The Saint
- The Avengers
- Prime Suspect
- Inspector Morse
- A Touch of Frost
- Midsomer Murders
- He also had roles in Spindoe and Beasts.
Film Appearances
Besides TV and theatre, Anthony Bate also acted in several films.
Some of his movie roles were in:
- Dentist in the Chair (1960)
- Payroll (1961)
- A Prize of Arms (1962)
- Give My Regards to Broad Street (1984)
- Nowhere in Africa (2001), which won an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.
He became a member of BAFTA in 1985. BAFTA is a famous British organization that celebrates film and television.
Personal Life
Anthony Bate married Diana Fay on May 22, 1954. They were married for many years until his death. They had two sons together, Gavin Watson and Mark Hewitt.
Later Years and Death
Anthony Bate passed away on June 19, 2012. He was 84 years old. He died at St. Mary's Hospital on the Isle of Wight after a short illness. He is remembered for his long and successful acting career.
