... followed in 2022, further cementing their place in the modern rock landscape. Tracks like the anthemic "Hammer Down" and the introspective "In the Shadows" displayed their versatility and ability to connect ...
... in Pretoria, South Africa, Johns was the daughter of Mervyn Johns, a distinguished Welsh actor. Despite her South African birthplace, her familial connection to Wales through her father's heritage played ...
... possible.
Harold played his part in the First World War with the Royal Naval Reserve, gaining the rank of Commander before retiring to Deganwy with his family.
Born in Eglwys Rhos, Caernarfonshire ...
... My earliest recollection of Vic was when he had a regular TV program on CHCH TV out of Hamilton. It played on Saturday night. I remember one of his guests was the late Sammy Kahn, one Frank Sinatra's favourite ...
... and typically gave chase with the captured French ship, re-named 'The Ranger'. Ogle's lieutenant, a Mr. Sun played mouse to their cat, allowing them to gain then slipping away.
Ogle intended to draw the ...
... like Christian Bale. Wouldn't it be great if Rhys played a baddy in a new Batman film! He'd make a great Riddler.
comment by:hubahuba66
Sue Roderick (Melisa Annis mother) was also in Twin Towers.
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... has toured in a production of 'View from the bridge', played 'Mike' in the soap 'Darn O Dir' and had minor appearances in ITV series 'Ultimate Force' and 'Panorama'.
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Brother ...
... of books, posters and postage stamps on the subject. Wrote, produced and stared in an award-winning TV series on the Boer War, in which he played ALL of the characters. What a wonderful production!
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Timothy Dalton
Played Bond twice, he also appears in film adaptations of 'Wuthering Heights', 'Jane Eyre', 'The Lion in Winter', 'Mary Queen of Scots' and many others.
Connection: Born in Colwyn Bay.
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Richard Mylan
Many TV appearances such as BBC's 'Silent Witness', 'Borderline Caf?', ITV's 'The Bill' and numerous adverts.
Connection: Born in Swansea.
comment by:BoomTaDay
Played Leroy Jones in ...
... Rhyl, North Wales.
comment by:ForReal
Is his father Welsh then? - Ed
comment by:Joanne
I know that his grandfather is Welsh as he spoke about him when he played Cardiff.
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John Rhys-Davies
Played Indi's friend in 'Raiders of the Lost Arc', Gimli the dwarf in the 'Lord of the Rings' and the professor in TV series 'Sliders'.
Connection: Welsh parents, raised in Ammanford.
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Dorris Hare
Played 'mum' in successful UK ITV series 'On the buses'.
Connection: Born in Bargoed, Glamorgan.
comment by:wibomps
For a number of years prior to her death, she lived near Henllan ...
... Pontardawe (in school with my mum).
comment by:Morfydd
Did she also star in 'Dune' or was that another Sian Phillips? (you're right, she did - Ed).
comment by:neezyjones
I think she played ...
Maurice Evans
Famous British and American actor.
Connection: Born in Wales. Does anyone know where? - Ed.
comment by:BlodtheMod
Became American citizen in 1941
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Alledgedly ...
... saw him as a kid on a children's TV show before seeing him in Dads Army. He played a cracking character, ok maybe stereotypically Welsh but absolutely brilliant. What a shame he didn't get more credit. Oh ...
Nicholas Mcgaughey
Played Officer Bolt in 'From Hell', a Praetorian Officer in 'Gladiator', Chunky in 'Twin Town' a taff in 'Beautiful People'.
Connection: From Swansea.
Mike Gwilym
Experienced Shakespearean actor. Also known for starring in the Dick Francis TV series 'The Racing Game' in 1979, where he played Sid Halley.
Connection: Born in Neath, brother of Robert ...