Charles Shaughnessy

English actor known for The Nanny

Charles Shaughnessy - English actor known for The Nanny
Born

February 9th, 1955
70 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English actor, born in 1955, gained prominence through television roles. Played Maxwell Sheffield in the sitcom 'The Nanny,' which aired from 1993 to 1999. Shaughnessy also voiced characters in animated series and appeared in films and other TV shows throughout his career. His contributions to both comedy and voice acting have garnered a dedicated following.

Played Maxwell Sheffield in The Nanny

Voiced characters in animated series

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