Harold Bennett was an English actor who is best known for Are You Being Served? (1972), Are You Being Served? The Movie (1977), and Whack-O! (1956). He was born on November 17, 1898, in Hastings, East Sussex, England, and passed away on September 15, 1981, in London, England.
Personal and Family Life
Harold Bennett was born to William Henry Bennett and Annie Elizabeth Bennett. He had three siblings: Henry Stanley Bennett, Elsie K. Bennett, and Stewart William Bennett. Details about his personal life reveal he spent much of his career in show business, showcasing his talent across various media.
Career Highlights
Bennett’s acting career spanned many years, during which he became particularly famous for his role as Young Mr. Grace in the sitcom Are You Being Served? He had a talent for comedy and drama, contributing significantly to British television in the 20th century. His catchphrase, “You’ve all done very well,” became iconic among fans of the show.
Death and Legacy
Harold Bennett passed away from a heart attack on September 15, 1981, in London. His contributions to television and film continue to be celebrated, particularly for his memorable roles that left a lasting impact on British comedy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Are You Being Served? The Movie | 1977-06-10 | Young Mr. Grace |
| Au Pair Girls | 1972-07-01 | Lord Tryke |
| VOTE, VOTE, VOTE for Nigel Barton | 1965-12-15 | Old Man |
| The Stalls of Barchester | 1971-12-24 | Archdeacon Pulteney |
| Games That Lovers Play | 1971-01-25 | Old Photographer |
| The Death of Glory | 1973-09-11 | Hemsley |
| The Sky Bike | 1967-12-01 | Old Man |
| The Next Victim | 1975-09-23 | Blind Man |
| Are You Being Served? Secrets & Scandals | 2022-05-28 | Archive Footage |
| The Ups and Downs of a Handyman | 1976-10-31 | Gasper |
| The Flight Fund | 1975-07-14 | Blades |
| The Patriot Game | 1969-10-13 | Clerk |
| Are You Being Served? | 1972-09-08 | Young Mr. Grace |
| Thriller | 1973-04-14 | 2nd Old Man |
| Dad’s Army | 1968-07-31 | |
| Oh Happy Band! | 1980-09-03 | |
| Jesus of Nazareth | 1977-03-27 | Elder |
| Upstairs, Downstairs | 1971-10-10 | The Book Shop Assistant |
| Thriller | 1973-04-14 | Blind Man |