Keith Michell, a celebrated Australian thespian, entered the world on December 1, 1928, commencing a remarkable journey that would span nearly nine decades. Tragically, his illustrious career came to a close on November 20, 2015, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry. Michell's most iconic and enduring role was that of Henry VIII, a character he brought to life on numerous occasions, leaving an indelible mark on the world of acting. His most notable performances as the infamous monarch include, but are not limited to, the 1970 BBC drama "The Six Wives of Henry VIII", the 1972 film "Henry VIII and his Six Wives", and the 1996 BBC drama "The Prince and the Pauper".
Personal Details
BornDec 1, 1926 Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Biography
Career
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2010

Love/Loss as Joe
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1996

The Prince and the Pauper as King Henry VIII
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1988

The Deceivers as Colonel Wilson
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Captain James Cook as James Cook
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Murder, She Wrote as Dennis Stanton
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1983

Memorial Day as Marsh
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1982

Ruddigore as Robin Oakapple
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The Gondoliers as Don Alhambra
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1981

Grendel Grendel Grendel as The Shaper (voice)
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1980

The Day Christ Died as Pontius Pilate
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1979

The BBC Television Shakespeare as Marcus Antonius
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The Tenth Month as Matthew Poole
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1976

The Story of David as Older David
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1974

The Story of Jacob and Joseph as Jacob
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1972

Henry VIII and His Six Wives as Henry VIII
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1970

The Executioner as Adam Booth
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1969

BBC Play of the Month as Sir Robert Chiltern
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1968

House of Cards as Morillon
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Prudence and the Pill as Dr. Alan Huart
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1967

Soldier in Love as John Churchill
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1962

All Night Long as Cass Michaels
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Wuthering Heights as Heathcliff
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1961

The Hellfire Club as Jason
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1958

The Gypsy and the Gentleman as Sir Paul Deverill
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1957

True as a Turtle as Harry Bell
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Dangerous Exile as Colonel St. Gerard
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2017