William Russell

TV Actor

Birthday November 19, 1924

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Sunderland, England

DEATH DATE Jun 3, 2024 (99)

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About

English actor who is best known for his roles as Ian Chesterton in Doctor Who and Sir Lancelot in The Adventures of Sir Lancelot. He has appeared in many television series throughout his career. 

Before Fame

His first acting role was in the movie Glory at Sea. 

Trivia

He has appeared on the television series Coronation Street. He won the Guinness World Record for the longest gap between TV appearances as the same character. 

Family Life

His son is fellow actor Alfred Enoch

Associated With

He and Steve McQueen both appeared in the 1963 film The Great Escape.