Del Henney was an American actor best known for his roles in Straw Dogs, Villain, and Soldier of Orange. He was born on July 24, 1935, in Anfield, Liverpool, England and passed away on January 14, 2019, in the UK.
Personal and Family Life
Del Henney, born Joseph Derek Henney, grew up in Liverpool and attended the Liverpool Collegiate before serving in the army. He graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in 1965. In addition to acting, he had a background in boxing and was a middleweight champion with the Maple Leaf Boxing Club in Bootle during the late 1950s.
Career
Henney became well-known to American audiences for his role as Charlie Venner in Sam Peckinpah’s film Straw Dogs, released in 1971. Throughout his career, he was often cast in sports-related dramas, reflecting his own athletic background. He appeared in various television shows and films, earning respect for his performances in both mediums.
Death and Legacy
Del Henney died on January 14, 2019, in the UK, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances in film and television. His role in Straw Dogs has been particularly noted for its impact on the thriller genre. Henney is remembered by fans and colleagues alike for his contributions to the acting world.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Straw Dogs | 1971-11-25 | Charlie Venner |
| Villain | 1971-05-26 | Webb |
| Devil’s Playground | 2010-08-21 | Dr Brooke |
| Resnick: Rough Treatment | 1993-07-25 | DI Reg Cossall |
| Resnick: Lonely Hearts | 1992-03-31 | DI Reg Cossall |
| Going Off Big Time | 2000-09-21 | George Hannassey |
| Brannigan | 1975-03-21 | Drexel |
| Swing | 1999-06-18 | Colin Wooton |
| Dockers | 1999-07-10 | Bernard Bradley |
| When Eight Bells Toll | 1971-03-09 | Dungeon Guard |
| Soldaat van Oranje | 1977-09-22 | Sergeant |
| Doctor Who: Resurrection of the Daleks | 1984-02-15 | Colonel Archer |
| Joseph Andrews | 1977-03-09 | Didapper’s Valet |
| The Gift | 1989-03-28 | John Glidden |
| It’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll | 1977-06-28 | John |
| EastEnders | 1985-02-19 | Malcolm Laker |
| Peak Practice | 1993-05-10 | Frank Attwood |
| Minder | 1979-10-29 | Tombo |
| Jonathan Creek | 1997-05-09 | Inspector Gibbins |
| Heartbeat | 1992-04-10 | Harold Jackson |
| Midsomer Murders | 1997-03-23 | Mike Yeatman |