Bernard Atha
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.
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Known For
Acting History
2001
Liam as Teacher (uncredited)
1986The Cold War Killers as Hotel Porter
1985The Beiderbecke Affair as Returning Officer
1984Sherlock Holmes as Dr Carthew
1983The Lady's Maid's Bell as Pharmacist
1979All Day on the Sands
1978The Spongers as Councillor Conway
1978All Creatures Great and Small as Jack Almond
1978All Creatures Great and Small as Henry Dickson
1976It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet as 2nd P.C.
1976Bill Brand as Mr. Hollins
1975Days of Hope as Vicar
1974Leeds United! as Radio Reporter
1974There Is a Happy Land as Park Ranger
1973Steps Back as Porter
1973Kisses at Fifty as Social Security Man
1971Family Life
1971The Rank and File as Personnel Officer
1970Kes as Youth Employment Officer