John Quarmby facts for kids
John Quarmby (born June 18, 1929 – died April 5, 2019) was an English actor. He was known for playing interesting characters in TV shows and movies. You might remember him as Mr. Carnegie in the funny TV show Fawlty Towers or as Henry Tobias in K-9 and Company.
Early Life and Training
John Quarmby was born in Liverpool, England. When he was a young man in the 1940s, he served for two years in the Royal Air Force. This is the air force of the United Kingdom. After his time in the military, he decided to study acting. In 1949, he joined the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). This is a very famous school in London where many actors learn their craft.
His Acting Career
John Quarmby was known as a character actor. This means he often played unique and memorable supporting roles, rather than the main hero. He appeared in many popular TV shows.
Some of the TV series he was in include:
- Z-Cars
- Softly, Softly
- Juliet Bravo
- Howards' Way
He also acted in several movies. Some of his film roles were in:
- The Scarlet Pimpernel (1982)
- A Christmas Carol (1984)
- Thirteen at Dinner (1985)
Later Years
John Quarmby passed away on April 5, 2019. He was 89 years old. He left behind a legacy of many memorable performances on screen.
