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Christopher Cazenove
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Christopher Cazenove in Nottingham, August 2009
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Christopher de Lerisson Cazenove
17 December 1943 Winchester, Hampshire, England
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| Died | 7 April 2010 (aged 66) London, England
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| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1970–2010 |
| Television | The Duchess of Duke Street, Judge John Deed Dynasty |
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| Children | 2 |
Christopher de Lerisson Cazenove (born December 17, 1943 – died April 7, 2010) was a talented English actor. He worked in films, on television, and on stage. He was known for often playing characters who were British aristocrats, like noblemen or wealthy gentlemen.
Early Life and Acting Career
Christopher Cazenove was born on December 17, 1943, in Winchester, Hampshire, England. His father was Brigadier Arnold de Lerisson Cazenove. Christopher grew up in Bowlish, Somerset.
He went to several schools, including the Dragon School and Eton College. He also studied at Durham University and the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. This school is famous for training actors.
Christopher Cazenove started his acting career in 1970. He became well-known in 1972 for the TV show The Regiment. He played Charlie Tyrrell in the popular drama series The Duchess of Duke Street from 1976 to 1977.
In 1986, he joined the American soap opera Dynasty. He played the character Ben Carrington until 1987. From 2001 to 2003, he had a regular role in the British TV show Judge John Deed. He played Row Colemore in this series.
Christopher also performed on stage. He played Henry Higgins in the musical My Fair Lady from 2005 to 2008. He performed this role in both British and American productions. In 1994, he starred in The Importance of Being Earnest in London's West End.
Personal Life
Christopher Cazenove was married to actress Angharad Rees. They were married from 1973 until their divorce in 1994. They had two sons together. Their son, Linford James, was born in 1974 and sadly died in a car crash in 1999. Their other son, Rhys William, was born in 1976. From 2003 until his death, Christopher's partner was Isabel Davis.
Later Years and Passing
In February 2010, Christopher Cazenove became very ill at his home in London. He was taken to St Thomas' Hospital. He was suffering from septicaemia, which is a very serious infection.
Christopher Cazenove passed away on April 7, 2010, at St Thomas' Hospital. He was 66 years old. A statement from his family and agent said he "died peacefully surrounded by his loved ones." His funeral was held on April 16, 2010, in London.
