Peter Egan

Acting

Peter Egan

Peter Egan is best known for Downton Abbey, Medium, The Spanish Princess and Midsomer Murders. Peter Egan was born on September 28, 1946. Peter Egan is 80 years old (born September 28, 1946).

Born
September 28, 1946 (80 years old)
Place of birth
Hampstead, London, England, UK

Biography

Peter Joseph Egan (born 28 September 1946) is a British actor known for his TV roles, including Hogarth in Big Breadwinner Hog, the future King George IV of the United Kingdom in Prince Regent (1979); smooth neighbour Paul Ryman in the sitcom Ever Decreasing Circles (1984–89); and Hugh "Shrimpie" MacClare, Marquess of Flintshire, in Downton Abbey (2012–15). He is married to retired actress Myra Frances.

Egan was born in Hampstead, London, the son of Doris (née Pick) and Michael Thomas Egan, who is of Irish descent.[1][2] He was educated at St. George's Roman Catholic Comprehensive School, Maida Vale. He also attended the London Oratory School and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

Known for

Filmography

Frequently asked questions

What movies and shows has Peter Egan been in?

Peter Egan is best known for Downton Abbey, Medium, The Spanish Princess and Midsomer Murders.

When was Peter Egan born?

Peter Egan was born on September 28, 1946. (Hampstead, London, England, UK)

How old is Peter Egan?

Peter Egan is 80 years old (born September 28, 1946).

Updated: October 24, 2026 ·