Alan Simpson

Alan Simpson

Deceased · Born: Nov 27, 1929 · Died: Feb 8, 2017

Personal Details

BornNov 27, 1929 Brixton, London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Kathleen (Kate) Phillips

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Tessa Le Bars

    ( May 10, 2025 to Feb 8, 2017 )

Biography

Born on November 27, 1929, in the bustling and culturally rich borough of Brixton, a vibrant and eclectic neighborhood located in the heart of London, England, United Kingdom, Alan Simpson, a talented and accomplished writer and actor, began his life's journey.

Throughout the course of his remarkable and distinguished career, Simpson earned widespread recognition and acclaim for his exceptional and outstanding contributions to the world of television, with a notable emphasis on his impressive work in a variety of beloved and iconic sitcoms, including the phenomenally popular and enduring "Sanford and Son" which premiered in 1972, the groundbreaking and influential "Steptoe and Son" which debuted in 1962, and the equally acclaimed and popular "Steptoe & Son" which also premiered in 1972.

Oren Simpson's life story, a tale of romance and matrimony, is characterized by two distinct and pivotal unions, each leaving an indelible mark on his personal narrative.

Alan Simpson, a renowned figure in the entertainment industry, bid farewell to this mortal coil on February 8, 2017, in the United Kingdom, his passing leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment that would continue to reverberate long after his physical presence had ceased to be.

Career

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1960
The Siege of Sidney Street
The Siege of Sidney Street as Uniformed Police Inspector
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2002
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1973
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1972
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1970
Loot
Loot as Screenplay
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1966
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1964
The Bargee
The Bargee as Writer
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1963
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1961
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1962