Ian Richardson
Scottish actor (1934–2007)
Biography
Ian William Richardson CBE (7 April 1934 – 9 February 2007) was a Scottish actor. He is best known for his portrayal of Conservative politician Francis Urquhart in the BBC Television trilogy House of Cards (1990–1995), as well as Bill Haydon in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (1979). His other notable screen work included a portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the television films The Sign of Four and The Hound of the Baskervilles (both 1983), as well as significant roles in Brazil (1985), M. Butterfly (1993), and Dark City (1998).
Richardson was also a leading stage actor, well known for his Shakespearean works as well as his portrayal of Jean-Paul Marat in the Broadway production of Marat/Sade.
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Family
- Children
- Miles Richardson
Awards & honours (2)
- Commander of the Order of the British Empire
- Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actor in a Musical
Quick answers about Ian Richardson
- How old was Ian Richardson?
- Ian Richardson died on February 9, 2007 at the age of 72.
- When is Ian Richardson's birthday?
- Ian Richardson was born on April 7, 1934.
- Where was Ian Richardson born?
- Ian Richardson was born in Edinburgh.
- What is Ian Richardson's zodiac sign?
- Ian Richardson's zodiac sign is Aries.
- What is Ian Richardson's nationality?
- Ian Richardson is a citizen of United Kingdom.
- What does Ian Richardson do?
- Ian Richardson is known as stage actor, film actor, television actor, actor.
- How many children did Ian Richardson have?
- Wikidata lists 1 child of Ian Richardson.
