Desmond Tester was an American actor known for Sabotage, Non-Stop New York, and Nine Days a Queen. He was born on February 17, 1919, in London, England, and passed away on December 31, 2002, in Sydney, Australia.
Personal and Family Life
Desmond Tester began his acting career on stage at the young age of 12. He appeared in British films starting in the mid-1930s before branching out into radio, stage, and television after World War II. In the mid-1950s, he moved to Australia, where he became well-known as a host of popular children’s programs.
Career
Throughout his career, Tester worked with renowned directors, including one Oscar winner and three nominees. He became a significant figure in children’s programming at Channel Nine in Australia and later moved to Reg Grundy Productions, further shaping the landscape of children’s television in the country.
Death and Legacy
Desmond Tester died on December 31, 2002, in Sydney, Australia. His contributions to both British and Australian entertainment, particularly in children’s programming, have left a lasting impact. Tester’s work is remembered for bringing joy to many young audiences throughout his career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sabotage | 1937-01-08 | Stevie – Her Young Brother |
| The Stars Look Down | 1940-01-22 | Hughie Fenwick – Davey’s brother |
| Midshipman Easy | 1935-11-01 | Gossett |
| The Drum | 1938-09-29 | Bill Holder |
| The Beloved Vagabond | 1936-08-24 | Asticot |
| Tudor Rose | 1936-09-01 | Edward VI |
| An Englishman’s Home | 1940-01-27 | Billy Brown |
| The Turners of Prospect Road | 1947-06-16 | Nicky |
| Non-Stop New York | 1937-09-13 | Arnold James |
| The Wild Duck | 1984-03-05 | Elderly Guest |
| Barry McKenzie Holds His Own | 1974-12-12 | Marcel Escargot |
| Rafferty’s Rules | 1987-02-12 | Bonieczeck |