Bernard Atha
Acting
Born: 1928-08-27 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Biography
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.
Known For
Sherlock Holmes
Dr Carthew
All Creatures Great and Small
Jack Almond
All Creatures Great and Small
Henry Dickson
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Dr Carthew
Pickersgill People
Edgar Dunkerley
Kes
Youth Employment Officer
Bill Brand
Mr. Hollins
The Beiderbecke Affair
Returning Officer
Days of Hope
Vicar
There Is a Happy Land
Park Ranger
The Road to 1984
Shop Manager
Family Life
Liam
Teacher (uncredited)
The Spongers
Councillor Conway
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
2nd P.C.
The Cold War Killers
Hotel Porter
Kisses at Fifty
Social Security Man
The Lady's Maid's Bell
Pharmacist
All Day on the Sands
Leeds United!
Radio Reporter
The Rank and File
Personnel Officer
Steps Back
Porter