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Howell Evans
Born
Howell Albert John Evans

(1928-03-03)3 March 1928
Died 9 September 2014(2014-09-09) (aged 86)
Occupation Actor, comedian, singer
Years active 1964–2014
Spouse(s)
Patricia Kane
(m. 1950)
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Howell Albert John Evans (3 March 1928 – 9 September 2014) was a Welsh actor, comedian, and singer who worked extensively in television and theatre roles in a career spanning over 60 years. He was best known for having played "Daddy" in the Sky1 TV comedy drama series Stella.

Biography

He was born in Maesteg, and first performed as an impressionist during the Second World War. After the war, he joined the Carroll Levis Discovery Show, and formed a comedy double act with his wife, Patricia Kane, working together for many years in music hall, variety shows and pantomime. He later appeared in many television shows including Coronation Street, Casualty, Open All Hours, and The Story of Tracy Beaker.

Personal life

Evans married actress Patricia Kane in 1950 with the marriage producing one child in 1953. Evans died on 9 September 2014 at the age of 86 and was survived by his wife and son.

Filmography

Year Title Character Production Notes
2012–15 Stella Daddy Sky 1 Series 1, 2, 3 And 4
2012 Sadie J Mr. Snodgrass CBBC
2006 Young Dracula Atilla CBBC Series 1, Episode 8
2003–2004 The Story of Tracy Beaker Grandpa Jack CBBC Series 3 And 4
2000 Coronation Street Tegwin Thomas ITV
1989–1991 We Are Seven William Price ITV
1967–69 Softly, Softly DC Morgan/PC Thomas BBC1
1964 Crossroads Dudley Scrivens ITV
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