Warren Mitchell
English actor and writer for television
Born
January 14th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
November 14th, 2015
9 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An English actor and screenwriter, specializations included television and theatre. Gained recognition for portraying the character Alf Garnett in the television series 'Till Death Us Do Part'. This role highlighted social issues and class struggles in British society during the 1960s and 1970s. Worked in various theatre productions and television shows, contributing significantly to the arts.
Portrayed Alf Garnett in 'Till Death Us Do Part'
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Featured in the film 'The Rise and Fall of Idi Amin'
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