English actor
Born: January 3, 1942
Died: February 21, 2002
John Thaw (1942–2002) was a highly acclaimed English actor best known for his iconic portrayal of Detective Inspector Endeavour Morse in the long-running television series “Inspector Morse.” Born in Manchester, Thaw began his acting career in the 1960s and gained recognition for his versatile performances on stage and screen.
Thaw’s breakthrough came with his role as Jack Regan in the popular British TV series “The Sweeney” during the 1970s. His talent and charisma earned him widespread acclaim, leading to numerous awards throughout his career. However, it was his role as Morse that truly solidified his status as one of Britain’s finest actors.
Beyond Morse, Thaw’s diverse career included notable roles in series like “Kavanagh QC” and memorable performances in films such as “The Remains of the Day” and “Goodnight, Mister Tom.” He was a respected figure in the entertainment industry, receiving multiple BAFTA Awards and a CBE for his services to drama.
John Thaw’s untimely death in 2002, due to cancer, marked the end of a remarkable career that left an indelible impact on British television and film. His legacy lives on through his timeless performances and the enduring popularity of characters like Morse.
John Thaw’s 5 most popular quotes
- Watch the mouth, it reveals what the eyes try to hide.
- Parts like Morse don’t grow on trees. He’s a great character.
- I was involved in school plays, but when I left school I did a couple of odd jobs as a baker’s apprentice and then as a fruit market porter in Manchester.
- We were using a hand-held camera to film the scene when Morse collapses. The camera wouldn’t start. Three times they said action and it still wouldn’t work. To this day, they still don’t know what was wrong.
- You can’t say to someone with a brain like Morse, This is the way you do it, regardless of the circumstances; this is the way it is done.
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