Anthony Dawes facts for kids

Anthony Cecil John Dawes (born February 10, 1928 – died January 21, 2021) was an English actor. He was known for playing many different kinds of characters in movies, TV shows, and plays. His acting career lasted a long time, from 1951 to 2006.

About Anthony Dawes

Anthony Dawes was born in a town called Felixstowe, in England, in February 1928. He loved acting and studied at a famous acting school called the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). He finished his studies there in 1951.

His Acting Career

Anthony Dawes appeared in many popular TV shows. Some of these include The Avengers, Fawlty Towers, Z-Cars, and The Kenny Everett Television Show. He also had smaller parts in movies, like Barry Lyndon (1975).

He passed away in Chelsea, London, in January 2021. He was 92 years old and had been ill for a short time. He is remembered by his wife, Lesley, and his daughter, Stephanie.

TV Shows and Movies

Here are some of the TV shows and movies Anthony Dawes appeared in:

• Z-Cars (1968–1972) – He played different characters in this show.
• Upstairs, Downstairs (1973) – He played a character named Breeze.
• Follow That Dog (1974) – He played Insp. Bridges.
• Barry Lyndon (1975) – He was a British soldier in this movie.
• My Brother's Keeper (1975–1976) – He played Mr. Chivers.
• The Dick Emery Show (1975–1981) – He played various roles.
• Grange Hill (1979) – He played Mr. Golightly.
• Fawlty Towers (1979) – He played Mr. Libson.
• The Two Ronnies (1980)
• Yes Minister (1981) – He was a Committee Chairman.
• BBC2 Playhouse (1981–1982) – He played various roles.
• Minder (1982) – He played Mr. Notting QC.
• The Kenny Everett Television Show (1983) – He played various roles.
• Who, Sir? Me, Sir? (1985) – He played the Headmaster.
• Keeping Up Appearances (1991) – He played The Jeweller.
• Hollyoaks (1996) – He played Mr. St. John Thomas.
• Time Trumpet (2006)