William Simons

William Simons

Deceased · Born: Nov 17, 1940 · Died: Jun 21, 2019

Personal Details

BornNov 17, 1940 Mumbles, South Wales, UK
Spouse
  • Jackie Simons

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Jun 21, 2019 )
  • Janie Lowther

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

William Simons, a renowned British actor, entered this world on November 17, 1940, in the charming coastal town of Mumbles, located in the picturesque county of South Wales, United Kingdom. As a talented thespian, he left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, with a diverse range of notable roles in film and television.

Some of his most memorable performances include his portrayal of Sergeant Cribb in the British television series "Cribb" (1980),as well as his appearances in the popular drama "Heartbeat" (1992). His acting career also spanned the realm of cinema, with a notable early role in the 1951 film "Ivory Hunter".

William Simons' personal life was marked by two significant relationships, as he was married to both Jackie Simons and Janie Lowther. Tragically, his life came to a close on June 21, 2019, in England, United Kingdom. Despite his passing, his legacy as a skilled and dedicated actor continues to be celebrated by fans and peers alike.

Career

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2008
Heartbeat
Heartbeat as PC Alf Ventress
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2003
The Royal
The Royal as PC Alf Ventress
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1993
Alleyn Mysteries
Alleyn Mysteries as Inspector Fox
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1992
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1989
The Woman in Black
The Woman in Black as John Keckwick
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Ruth Rendell Mysteries
Ruth Rendell Mysteries as Det. Insp. Michael Baker
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1984
Pope John Paul II
Pope John Paul II as Foreman Krauze
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1980
Cribb
Cribb as Constable Thackeray
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1979
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1954
West of Zanzibar
West of Zanzibar as Tim Payton
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1952
Crash of Silence
Crash of Silence as Boy with Ball (uncredited)
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1951
Ivory Hunter
Ivory Hunter as Tim Payton