Bernard Atha
Born
1928-08-27
Place of birth
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Died
2022-10-22
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
Kes
Youth Employment Officer
Sherlock Holmes
Dr Carthew
Family Life
Movie
All Creatures Great and Small
Jack Almond
All Creatures Great and Small
Henry Dickson
Liam
Teacher (uncredited)
The Beiderbecke Affair
Returning Officer
Days of Hope
Vicar
Bill Brand
Mr. Hollins
The Rank and File
Personnel Officer
The Cold War Killers
Hotel Porter
All Day on the Sands
Movie
Kisses at Fifty
Social Security Man
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
2nd P.C.
The Lady's Maid's Bell
Pharmacist