Warren Mitchell

English actor and writer for television

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'

Starred in 'The Old Boy Network'

Featured in the film 'The Rise and Fall of Idi Amin'

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