Bob Mason (actor) facts for kids
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Bob Mason
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Robert William Mason
29 July 1951 Rochdale, Lancashire, England
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| Died | 21 September 2004 (aged 53) Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
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| Resting place | Cambridge City Crematorium, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Spouse(s) | Janet Mason |
| Children | 2 |
Robert William Mason (born July 29, 1951 – died September 21, 2004) was a talented British actor and writer. He was born in Rochdale, a town in Lancashire, England. Bob Mason was known for his roles in popular TV shows.
One of his early roles was playing Terry Bradshaw in the long-running TV series Coronation Street in 1976. Later, in 1997, he appeared as Sergeant Eddie Slater in The Lakes. He also had a regular part in the medical drama Casualty in the early 2000s.
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Exploring Bob Mason's Acting Roles
Bob Mason appeared in many different television shows and films throughout his career. He was a familiar face on British TV screens.
Key TV Appearances
He acted in several well-known British TV series. These included The Bill, a police drama, and Doctors, another medical show. He also appeared in Where the Heart Is, a drama about a district nursing team.
Other shows he featured in were Juliet Bravo, Peak Practice, and Clocking Off. He also had roles in Teachers and Cutting It. Fans of detective shows might remember him from an episode of Dalziel and Pascoe called "Under World".
Film Work
Besides TV, Bob Mason also acted in films. One of his film roles was in Felicia's Journey. He also appeared in Black Box and The Missing Postman.
Bob Mason's Writing Career
Beyond acting, Bob Mason was also a skilled writer. He spent a lot of time writing during the 1980s.
Plays and TV Scripts
He wrote two plays: Love in Vain in 1982 and Working Class Hero in 1983. What's really interesting is that he also wrote scripts for Coronation Street. He did this between 1981 and 1989. This made him the only regular actor on the show to also write for it!
Later Life and Legacy
Bob Mason passed away on September 21, 2004, in Cambridge. He was 53 years old. He is remembered for his contributions to British television as both an actor and a writer. He was survived by his wife, Janet, and their two daughters.
