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Personal Info

Gender

Male

Birthday

1948-11-30 (76 years old)

Place of Birth

London, England, UK

Mark Wing-Davey

Biography:

Mark Wing-Davey is a respected British actor, director, and educator known for his contributions to both stage and screen. He gained prominence for his portrayal of Zaphod Beeblebrox in the original BBC television adaptation of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." His performance as the eccentric and multi-headed President of the Galaxy added a charismatic and offbeat dimension to the character. Beyond his acting, Wing-Davey has made significant strides as a theater director, particularly in experimental and contemporary productions. His contributions to the entertainment industry, both as an actor and director, have established him as a versatile and influential figure in the world of performing arts.

Known For

Acting

2005

1992

1991

One Against the Wind as Col. Miles Grant, Leggat's CO

1989

Resurrected as Major Dunbar

1988

Tumbledown as Adjutant Stewart Inglis
Chelmsford 123 as Triconus

1985

Dempsey and Makepeace as Mark Savory

1983

Henry VI Part 2 as Earl of Warwick
Henry VI Part 1 as Earl of Warwick
Henry VI Part 3 as Earl of Warwick
The Tragedy of Richard III as First Citizen / Sir James Tyrrel

1982

1981

1980

Breaking Glass as Fordyce

1978

The BBC Television Shakespeare as Sir James Tyrrell/Sir James Blount (uncredited)/First Citizen (uncredited)

1976

1975

1974

NOVA as Joey's Father

1973

Thriller as Cater

1951

Hallmark Hall of Fame as Colonel Miles