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John Le Mesurier (/ l ə ˈ m ɛ ʒ ə r ə /, born John Elton Le Mesurier Halliley; 5 April 1912 – 15 November 1983) was an English actor. He is probably best remembered for his comedic role as Sergeant Arthur Wilson in the BBC television situation comedy Dad's Army (1968–1977).
John Le Mesurier (1912-1983) Actor. Soundtrack. IMDbPro Starmeter See rank. Play trailer 2:52. Dad's Army (1971) 4 Videos. 22 Photos. The son of a solicitor, British character actor John Le Mesurier attended public school in Dorset, England, before embarking on a career in law.
Mini Bio. The son of a solicitor, British character actor John Le Mesurier attended public school in Dorset, England, before embarking on a career in law. However, acting was his true calling, and at age 20, with his parents' approval, he began his acting career by studying drama at the Fay Compton School of Acting, where one of his classmates ...
May 21, 2020 · John Le Mesurier was one of Britain’s best loved character actors thanks to his stage work, regular spots on Hancock’s Half Hour and always excellent supporting roles in films like The...
John Le Mesurier (born John Elton Le Mesurier Halliley; 5 April 1912 – 15 November 1983) was an English actor who performed in many mediums of light entertainment, including film, radio and theatre. Le Mesurier's career spanned from 1934 until his death in 1983.
John Le Mesurier was an English actor. He is probably best remembered for his comedic role as Sergeant Arthur Wilson in the BBC television situation comedy Dad's Army (1968–1977). A self-confessed "jobbing actor", Le Mesurier appeared in more than 120 films across a range of genres, normally in smaller supporting parts.
John Le Mesurier (born John Elton Le Mesurier Halliley; 5 April 1912 – 15 November 1983) was an English actor and comedian. He is best remembered for his comedic role as Sergeant Arthur Wilson in the BBC television situation comedy Dad's Army (1968–77).
Apr 7, 2024 · Published: Sunday 7th April 2024. ' John Le Mesurier ?' Jimmy Perry, the co-writer of Dad's Army, exclaimed when I first asked him about the actor. 'That man just swanned through life!' It was true. The stories about the man his friends called Le Mez, and his inexorably languid approach to life, are legion.
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John Le Mesurier (born John Elton Le Mesurier Halliley, 5 April 1912 – 15 November 1983) was a BAFTA Award-winning English actor. He is most famous for his role as Sergeant Arthur Wilson in the popular 1970s BBC comedy Dad's Army.
Apr 27, 2012 · John Le Mesurier: It's All Been Rather Lovely. Home. Clips. Watch now. Michael Palin, Clive Dunn and Ian Lavender are among those who contribute to this candid portrait of actor John Le...
A ragtag group of Home Guard volunteers prepare for an imminent German invasion during World War II. Creator. Jimmy Perry. Stars. Arthur Lowe. John Le Mesurier. Clive Dunn. See production info at IMDbPro. STREAMING. S1-9. RENT/BUY. search Amazon. Add to Watchlist. Added by 5.7K users. 50 User reviews. 6 Critic reviews. Won 1 BAFTA Award.
Feb 4, 2016 · Despite the fame, adulation and fortune that came his way while playing Wilson, Le Mesurier’s life was sadly filled with heartache and tragedy. Le Mesurier was first married to theatre...
Feb 17, 2015 · 9.82K subscribers. Subscribed. 1.9K. 292K views 9 years ago. Best known for his portrayal of Sgt Wilson in Dad's Army, John le Mesurier has a quick chat with Roger Bowns. ...more.
Obituary of theatre, film and television actor John Le Mesurier, who has died (15/11/83) aged 71. Le Mesurier is best known for his role as Sergeant Wilson in the television comedy series Dad’s Army. Includes series theme tune and excerpt of the stage adaptation with Le Mesurier performing A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square.
Feb 5, 2024 · Beloved Dad’s Army Actor John Le Mesurier Passes Away at 22. John Le Mesurier, the talented actor from Birmingham, who rose to fame as Private Pike in the iconic TV show Dad’s Army, has sadly passed away at the age of 22.
Birth Place: Bedford. Profession Actor. Actor. 136 Credits. Dad's Army. 2024. The Avengers. 2014. Man in a Cocked Hat. The Alf Garnett Saga. Charles Dickens' Ghost Stories. Cuckoo Patrol. Desert...
Joan Dorothy Le Mesurier (née Long, formerly Malin; 3 July 1931 – 9 July 2021) was an English actress and author who was the widow and biographer of the actor John Le Mesurier . Joan Long was born in Oldham, Lancashire. She was brought up in Ramsgate, where her father owned a fish-and-chip shop.
Feb 5, 2024 · The British entertainment industry mourns the loss of a beloved actor from Birmingham, who tragically passed away at the young age of 22. Although his time in the limelight was short, he made a lasting impact with his portrayal of Private Pike in the popular television series Dad’s Army.
The misadventures of a ragtag group of elderly Home Guard local defense volunteers at the onset of WW2. Director. Norman Cohen. Writers. Jimmy Perry. David Croft. Stars. Arthur Lowe. John Le Mesurier. Clive Dunn. See production info at IMDbPro. RENT/BUY. search Amazon. Add to Watchlist. Added by 2.4K users. 20 User reviews. 5 Critic reviews.
Saint-Roch, Quebec City, Canada. Resting place. Mount Hermon Cemetery, Sillery, Quebec City. John Lemesurier (or Le Mesurier or LeMesurier) (28 January 1826 — 26 June 1891) [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] was a Canadian politician, serving as Mayor of Quebec City from January 1868 to November 1869. [7]
"Traitor" was written by Dennis Potter, directed by Alan Bridges, produced by Graeme MacDonald, and starred John Le Mesurier as Adrian Harris, a character loosely based on Kim Philby. Le Mesurier's performance won him the British Academy Television Award for Best Actor in 1972.
Robin Mark Le Mesurier Halliley (22 March 1953 – 22 December 2021) was a British guitarist, known for his long collaborations with Rod Stewart [1] and Johnny Hallyday, [2] as well as for the wide-ranging nature of his musical performance, including membership of such bands as The Wombles. [3] Life.
James Gustaf Edward Le Mesurier OBE (25 May 1971 – 11 November 2019) [1] was the British co-founder of the White Helmets, a volunteer civil defence organisation in the Syrian Civil War, founded in southern Turkey in 2014. Le Mesurier was a British Army officer and worked as part of the United Nations peacekeeping force in the former Yugoslavia.
