Hugh Williams, a renowned thespian and playwright, enjoyed a prosperous career in the entertainment industry. Alongside his second spouse, Margaret Vyner, he co-authored several notable plays, including the acclaimed "The Grass is Greener". His offspring, Simon Williams, a skilled actor in his own right, and Hugo Williams, a talented poet, have made significant contributions to the world of arts. Furthermore, his grandchildren, Tam Williams, Amy Williams, and Kate Dunn, have all followed in their father's footsteps, pursuing careers in acting. Moreover, his great-granddaughter, Lily Dizdar, is the latest addition to this illustrious family of performers. Additionally, Hugh's daughter, Polly Williams, who sadly passed away in 2004, was married to the accomplished actor Nigel Havers, solidifying the Williams family's rich heritage in the world of entertainment.
Personal Details
BornMar 6, 1904 Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, England, UK
Spouse
Margaret Vyner
( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 7, 1969 )Gwynne Whitby
( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Biography
Career
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1966

Khartoum as Lord Hartington
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1953

The Fake as Sir Richard Aldingham
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Twice Upon a Time as James Turner
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The Intruder as Tim
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1952

Glory at Sea as Captain David G. Wilson
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The Holly and the Ivy as Richard Wyndham
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1949

Naughty Arlette as Arnold Dickson
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Paper Orchid as Frank McSweeney
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1948

The Blind Goddess as Lord Arthur Brasted
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Elizabeth of Ladymead as John Beresford in 1946
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1947

Take My Life as Nicholas Talbot
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An Ideal Husband as Robert Chiltern
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1942

Secret Mission as Major Peter Garnett
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One of Our Aircraft Is Missing as Frank Shelley, Observer / Navigator in B for Bertie
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The Avengers as Colin Metcalfe
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Talk About Jacqueline as Doctor Michael Thomas
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1941

Ships with Wings as Wagner
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1939

Inspector Hornleigh as Bill Gordon
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Wuthering Heights as Hindley Earnshaw
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The Human Monster as Det. Insp. Larry Holt
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1938

Bank Holiday as Geoffrey
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1936

The Amateur Gentleman as Lord Ronald Meredith
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1935

The Last Journey as Gerald Winter
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David Copperfield as James Steerforth
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1933

Bitter Sweet as Vincent
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1930

Charley's Aunt as Charlie Wykeham
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1960

The Grass Is Greener as Screenplay