Clive Wood, a talented individual, was born in Croydon, Surrey, in the year 1954. He pursued his passion for drama at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Wood's early career took off in the late 1970s at the renowned Bristol Old Vic, where he showcased his versatility by taking on diverse roles such as a singing gangster in the production of "Guys and Dolls" and the titular hero in "Henry V".
In 1982, Wood joined the esteemed Royal Shakespeare Company, embarking on a tour of North America in the mid-1980s. He has since returned to the company on multiple occasions, demonstrating his commitment to his craft. One notable milestone was his participation in the ensemble group that staged the entire canon of William Shakespeare's history plays in 2008.
Wood's television career has been marked by his portrayal of complex characters, including the "angry young man" anti-hero, Vic Brown, in the 1982 series "A Kind of Loving". He has also had recurring roles in popular, ongoing dramas such as "The Bill" (1984) and "London's Burning" (1988),where he was joined by his son, Daniel Maiden-Wood.