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Talfryn Thomas, actor with a connection to Wales (Swansea)

Talfryn Thomas Numerous roles in Welsh drama and some popular TV series too, appared in The Avengers, The Saint, Dr Who and in the much loved BBC comedy series 'Dad's Army' as Private Cheeseman. He also appareed on Kenn Dodd's radio and TV shows. Talfryn can also be seen supporting The Two Ronnies, a very popular BBC TV show of the 1970's and 80's. Talfryn died of a heart attack in November 1982.

Tom Jones. Singer from Pontypridd, Wales

Sir Tom Jones Singer from Pontypridd, Wales Long show business career with many stage and TV appearances. He also appears in the hit movie 'Mars Attacks' with Jack Nicholson, Danny Devito, Michael J Fox and lots more. With 36 hits in the UK and 19 in the USA he's a world class act! Now a knight, Sir Thomas John Woodward OBE was born on June the 7th 1940. Tom's father is actually English, like many in South Wales his family is mixed between English and Welsh. They lived in Kingsland Terrace, Treforest, Pontypridd where...

Vic Franklyn, Canadian singer born in Aberdare, Wales

Vic Franklyn Famous for his TV show in the 1970's in Toronto, Canada . He is called the Canadian 'Frank Sinatra'. Little of Vic's early years have been published, in fact there's now very little information on his career. However, even today, years after the height of his fame Vic is still loved and his recordings treasured.

Victor Spinetti, actor with a connection to Wales (Cwm, South Wales)

Victor Spinetti Actor from Ebbw Vale. Victor was born on September 2, 1929, in Cwm, Ebbw Vale, Wales, left an indelible mark on the world of theater and film. Hailing from a Welsh background, Spinetti's heritage played a significant role in shaping his artistic sensibilities. Raised in a working-class family, he developed a passion for the arts early in life. Spinetti's journey into the world of entertainment began with local theatre productions in Wales before he made his way to London to pursue his dreams. His...