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John Le Mesurier ( / lə ˈmɛʒərə /, [1] 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). A self-confessed "jobbing actor", [2] Le Mesurier appeared in ...
Learn about the life and career of John Le Mesurier, who played Sgt. Wilson in Dad's Army and Bilbo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings radio adaptation. See his filmography, awards, trivia, photos and videos on IMDb.
- Actor, Soundtrack
- April 5, 1912
- 3 min
- November 15, 1983
Learn about the life and career of John Le Mesurier, a British character actor who starred in Dad's Army and other films and TV shows. Find out his birth and death dates, family, awards, trivia and more.
- April 5, 1912
- November 15, 1983
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May 21, 2020 · John Le Mesurier was a popular British actor who played Sergeant Wilson in the classic sitcom Dad's Army. However, his life was marred by betrayal, alcoholism and cirrhosis of the liver, which led to his death in 1983.
Apr 7, 2024 · A profile of the actor who played Sergeant Wilson in Dad's Army, known for his languid and laid-back style. Learn about his anecdotes, adventures and how he inspired the writers of the show.
Apr 28, 2012 · It was all of a piece with the man and the actor, lovingly remembered on John Le Mesurier: It's All Been Rather Lovely (BBC 2). Friends and family gathered to paint an almost perfect picture of an ...
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