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Derek Jacobi is an English actor who has won awards for his stage, film and television roles. He is known for his work at the National Theatre, his Shakespearean performances, and his roles in I, Claudius, Frasier, The Crown and more.
Derek Jacobi. Actor: Gosford Park. Preeminent British classical actor of the first post-Olivier generation, Derek Jacobi was knighted in 1994 for his services to the theatre, and, in fact, is only the second to enjoy the honor of holding TWO knighthoods, Danish and English (Olivier was the other).
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Learn about the life and career of Derek Jacobi, a preeminent British classical actor who has won awards for his stage and screen roles. From his debut as a child to his recent work with Kenneth Branagh, discover his achievements and influences.
- October 22, 1938
Derek Jacobi, English actor whose shy, self-effacing private demeanor belied his forceful, commanding stage presence. He was especially known for his Shakespearean roles, though he also earned praise for his film and television work. Learn more about Jacobi’s life and career.
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A comprehensive list of film and television credits of the English actor Derek Jacobi, who has appeared in roles such as Claudius, Richard II, and the Master. See his biography, awards, and upcoming projects on Wikipedia.
YearTitleRole19651968Paul1970Andrei Prozorov1973CaronDerek Jacobi is an English actor who has won numerous awards for his theatre, film and television roles. He is known for his work at the Royal National Theatre, Gladiator, The King's Speech, and more.
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A bio documentary on the celebrated actor Sir Derek Jacobi, featuring his commentaries and interviews with other theatre and film professionals. Learn about his early career, his film performance in GLADIATOR and his rainbow colored mind.
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