Ian Cullen was an English actor who is best known for his roles in “Z Cars,” “Emergency-Ward 10,” and “Family Affairs.”
Personal and Family Life
Ian Cullen was born George Ian Cullen on October 20, 1939, in West Boldon, County Durham, England. He married Yvonne Quenet in 1970, and the couple had three daughters named Emma, Anne Marie, and Adele. He had a passion for literature, owning a collection of around 400 books on criminology. Ian was also involved in youth theatre, running the Surrey Heath Young Actors Company.
Career
Ian began acting at a young age, appearing in a village pantomime at just four years old. He gained fame for his role as PC Joe Skinner in the television series “Z Cars” from 1962 to the mid-70s. He also had various roles in other TV shows, including “Doctor Who,” “Blake’s 7,” and “When the Boat Comes In.” In addition to his television work, Ian was an accomplished stage actor, participating in eight West End productions and performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Death and Legacy
Ian Cullen passed away on November 12, 2019, though the details surrounding his death remain undisclosed. His contributions to television and theatre have left a lasting impact on audiences and fellow actors alike. He is remembered not only for his talent but also for his dedication to nurturing future generations of performers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hellbreeder | 2004-03-16 | Father-in-Law |
| Dawn of the Dragonslayer | 2011-09-25 | Baron Sterling |
| Burning an Illusion | 1981-11-13 | Desk Sergeant |
| Run For Your Wife | 2012-05-16 | |
| Voyage of the Damned | 1976-12-22 | Radio Officer |
| Gabriel & Me | 2001-08-13 | Ridley |
| Remembering ‘The Aztecs’ | 2002-10-21 | Self / Ixta |
| Doctor Who: The Aztecs | 1964-06-13 | Ixta |
| The Black Velvet Gown | 1991-06-02 | Beckett |
| Becket | 1964-03-11 | Servant (uncredited) |
| Shadows of a Stranger | 2014-09-23 | Ebenezer Scrooge |
| Le Fear II: Le Sequel | 2016-11-11 | Tom Dickinson |
| Children of the Damned | 1964-01-10 | |
| Cold Earth | 2008-01-01 | Saville |
| Alice | 2002-01-01 | Father-In-Law |
| Doctor Who | 1963-11-23 | Ixta |
| Z-Cars | 1962-01-02 | |
| Family Affairs | 1997-03-30 | |
| Emergency – Ward 10 | 1957-02-19 | |
| Department S | 1969-09-09 | Special Branch Man |
| Blake’s 7 | 1978-01-02 | Base Commander Escon |
| Dr. Finlay’s Casebook | 1962-08-16 | |
| Spender | 1991-01-08 | Kelley |
| Badger | 1999-07-11 | |
| Our John Willie | 1980-01-02 | |
| Skorpion | 1983-01-12 | Insp. Hallisay |
| Return of the Saint | 1978-09-10 | Sergeant Taylor |
| The Gambling Man | 1995-02-26 |