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Acting
Paul Darrow
Paul Darrow is best known for Doctor Who, Little Britain, The Saint and Hammer House of Horror. Paul Darrow was born on May 2, 1941. Paul Darrow died on June 3, 2019 at the age of 78.
- Born
- May 2, 1941
- Died
- June 3, 2019 (78 years old)
Biography
Paul Darrow (born Paul Valentine Birkby; 2 May 1941 – 3 June 2019) was an English actor. He became best known for playing Kerr Avon in the BBC science fiction television series Blake's 7 between 1978 and 1981. His many television roles included two appearances in another BBC science fiction series, Doctor Who, playing Captain Hawkins in Doctor Who and the Silurians (1970) and Tekker in Timelash (1985). He was also the voice of "Jack" on independent radio stations JACKfm and Union JACK, whose lines included dry-witted comments pertaining to current events.
Known for
Filmography
- 2011Prophets of Science FictionHimself
- 2009Law & Order: UK
- 2005Twisted TalesMr De Vere
- 2004The 1970s Office
- 2003Little Britain
- 2003Spine Chillers
- 2003Days That Shook the WorldVoice-over Artist
- 2000The StrangerersC.D.
- 1996Noel's Telly YearsSelf
- 1994Pie in the SkyColin Wilkes
- 1991Dark Justice
- 1991Fiddlers ThreeReggie Parsons
- 1990Making NewsGeorge Parnell
- 1990CluedoMr. Hope
- 1985MaelstromOliver Bridewell
- 1980Hammer House of HorrorAndrews
- 1979Turning Year TalesPeter Starrat
- 1978Blake's 7Kerr Avon
- 1976KillersEdward Abinger
- 1975The Legend of Robin HoodSheriff of Nottingham
- 1975The Poisoning of Charles BravoCharles Bravo
- 1974Churchill's PeopleMarcellus
- 1971The Rivals of Sherlock HolmesDr. Hart
- 1970ManhuntEddie
- 1967ITV PlayhouseJulian
- 1963Doctor WhoTekker
- 1962The SaintOmar
- 1955Dixon of Dock GreenPearce
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Paul Darrow been in?
Paul Darrow is best known for Doctor Who, Little Britain, The Saint and Hammer House of Horror.
When was Paul Darrow born?
Paul Darrow was born on May 2, 1941.
How old is Paul Darrow?
Paul Darrow died on June 3, 2019 at the age of 78.
Updated: November 3, 2026 ·