Humphrey Burton

Humphrey Burton

94 · Born: Mar 25, 1931

Personal Details

BornMar 25, 1931 Trowbridge, Wiltshire, England, UK

Biography

A multifaceted individual with a rich career spanning multiple disciplines, including authorship, broadcasting, direction, and production. His impressive resume boasts a notable tenure as the inaugural Head of Music and Arts for BBC Television, a position he held from 1965 to 1967.

After an eight-year hiatus, he returned to the BBC in 1975, this time as the Head of Music and Arts, a role he retained until 1981. During this period, he was also a key founder-member of London Weekend Television, a commercial television network.

Throughout his illustrious career, he has garnered widespread recognition for his work as a director, including four Emmy Awards, two British Academy Awards, and numerous other accolades. As a presenter, he has received the prestigious Royal Television Society Silver medal and the Sony Gold Award, among others.

Career

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1968
Interlude
Interlude as T.V. Director
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2022
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2017
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2012
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2009
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1991
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1976
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1972
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2003
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1996
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1985
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1972