Bernard Bresslaw

Movie Actor

Birthday February 25, 1934

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Jun 11, 1993 (59)

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About

Comedic actor who became known for his role in the Carry On films. In 1993, he appeared in Leon the Pig Farmer, and in 1971, he played Avarice in The Magnificent Seven Deadly Sins.

Before Fame

He was a student at Coopers' Company's School in London.

Trivia

His catchphrase in multiple films was "I only arsked," which he said with a strong Cockney accent.

Family Life

He was married to Betty Wright from 1959 to 1993.

Associated With

He was considered for the role of the creature in the 1957 film, Curse of Frankenstein, but because of his height, the role was given to Christopher Lee instead.