Peter Vaughan
English actor
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About Peter Vaughan
Peter Vaughan’s first film role was in the 1959 thriller titled “The 39 Steps”. After playing minor roles in a number of movies and television programs, the English actor rose to fame with his performance in the 1974 sitcom “Porridge” where he portrayed the Grouty character. He brought life into the same character in the 1979 film of similar name.
He established himself in the movie industries with roles like Tom Franklin in the crime series “Chance”, and in the 1981 film “Time Bandits” where he was known as Winston the Ogre.
Family
Outside showbiz, he was known as Peter Ewart Ohm, and was born to Max Ohm, who worked in a bank, and his nurse wife Eva Wright.
Vaughan was married twice. He married his first wife actress Billie Whitelaw in 1952, but the union lasted for fourteen years.
His later marriage to Lillias Walker made him the stepfather of movie star Victoria Burton.
Education
He was a graduate of Uttoxeter Grammar School.
Interesting facts about Peter Vaughan
Throughout World War II, he was a member of the British Army and was associated with the Royal Corps of Signals.
He also performed with the Wolverhampton Repertory Theatre.
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F.A.Q. about Peter Vaughan
When is his birthday?
Peter Vaughan's birthday is on April 4, 1923.
In how many days is his birthday?
Peter's birthday is in 344 days
How old was Peter when he died?
He was 93 years old.
When did he die?
He died in December 6, 2016.
How old would he be today?
Peter Vaughan would be 101 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Peter from?
He was born in Wem, Shropshire, England, UK.