John Wood
Born July 05, 1930 (Age: 95)
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Derbyshire, England, UK
Biography
John Wood (5 July 1930 – 6 August 2011) was an English stage and screen actor known for his distinguished career in both classical and contemporary theater. He was born on July 5, 1930, in Derbyshire, England. Wood gained prominence as a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he performed in numerous Shakespearean productions. Wood's notable stage roles include performances in "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead," "The Rivals," and "Travesties," among many others. He also appeared in various productions on Broadway, earning critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "Amadeus" and "The Winslow Boy." In addition to his stage work, John Wood had a presence in film and television. He starred in movies like "WarGames" (1983) and "Chocolat" (2000). His television credits include appearances in series such as "The Avengers," "Inspector Morse," and "Midsomer Murders." John Wood was highly regarded for his exceptional acting talent, particularly his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance. He received several awards throughout his career, including a Tony Award for his performance in "Travesties" and a Laurence Olivier Award for his work in "The Philanthropist." Sadly, John Wood passed away on August 6, 2011, in England, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances in the world of theater and film.
John Wood (5 July 1930 – 6 August 2011) was an English stage and screen actor known for his distinguished career in both classical and contemporary theater. He was born on July 5, 1930, in Derbyshire, England. Wood gained prominence as a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he performed in numerous Shakespearean productions.
Wood's notable stage roles include performances in "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead," "The Rivals," and "Travesties," among many others. He also appeared in various productions on Broadway, earning critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "Amadeus" and "The Winslow Boy."
In addition to his stage work, John Wood had a presence in film and television. He starred in movies like "WarGames" (1983) and "Chocolat" (2000). His television credits include appearances in series such as "The Avengers," "Inspector Morse," and "Midsomer Murders."
John Wood was highly regarded for his exceptional acting talent, particularly his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance. He received several awards throughout his career, including a Tony Award for his performance in "Travesties" and a Laurence Olivier Award for his work in "The Philanthropist."
Sadly, John Wood passed away on August 6, 2011, in England, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances in the world of theater and film.
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Filmography
The White Countess
2005
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as Prince Peter Belinskya
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Age: 75
Chocolat
2000
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as Guillaume Blerot
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Age: 70
The Little Vampire
2000
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as Lord McAshton
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Age: 70
Longitude
2000
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as Sir Edmund Halley
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Age: 69
An Ideal Husband
1999
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as Lord Caversham
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Age: 68
The Avengers
1998
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as Trubshaw
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Age: 68
Jane Eyre
1996
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as Mr. Brocklehurst
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Age: 65
Richard III
1995
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as King Edward IV
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Age: 65
Sabrina
1995
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as Fairchild
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Age: 65
The Madness of King George
1994
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as Thurlow
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Age: 64
Shadowlands
1993
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as Christopher Riley
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Age: 63
Orlando
1992
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as Archduke Harry
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Age: 62
Jumpin' Jack Flash
1986
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as Jeremy Talbott
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Age: 56
Heartburn
1986
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as British Moderator
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Age: 56
Ladyhawke
1985
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as Bishop of Aquila
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Age: 54
The Purple Rose of Cairo
1985
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as Jason
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Age: 54
WarGames
1983
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as Stephen Falken
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Age: 52
Too Many Cooks
1966
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as Brenner
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Age: 36
The Summer in Gossensass
1964
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as Eilert Løvborg
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Age: 34
The Rebel
1961
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as Poet
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Age: 30
Idol on Parade
1959
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as Jeremy
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Age: 28