John Bardon

John Bardon was an English actor best known for his roles in EastEnders, Clockwise, and Fierce Creatures. He was born on August 25, 1939, in Brentford, Middlesex, England, and passed away on September 12, 2014, in Romford, London, England.

Personal and Family Life

John Bardon was married to Enda Gates from June 2002 until his death in 2014. He was known to have a close friendship with June Brown, his on-screen wife on EastEnders. Bardon’s career in acting was marked by both achievements and personal challenges, including a stroke in 2007 that led to a temporary leave from the show.

Career Highlights

John Bardon gained fame for his role as Jim Branning in EastEnders, where he was one of the longest-serving actors. He received the Laurence Olivier Theatre Award in 1988 for Best Actor in a Musical. His portrayal of Jim Branning remains memorable, especially after he returned to the role following a health setback due to a second stroke.

Death and Legacy

John Bardon died on September 12, 2014, after a significant period of health issues. He is remembered fondly by fans of EastEnders and the broader acting community for his engaging performances and contributions to television and theatre.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Dinner at the Sporting Club 1978-11-07 Sammy
Giving Tongue 1996-09-01
East Is East 1999-05-14 Mr Moorhouse
Thin Air 1988-04-08 Stan
Friend or Foe 1982-04-01 Jerry
Seasick 1996-04-05 Bosun Patrick Forget
Pericles, Prince of Tyre 1984-12-08 Lord of Tyre / Fisherman of Pentapolis / Storm Sailor
Murphy’s Stroke 1980-05-21 O’Connor
Further Up Pompeii! 1991-01-01 Villainus Brutus
84 Charing Cross Road 1987-02-13 Labour Party Canvasser
Clockwise 1986-03-01 Station Master
One of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing 1975-07-09 Bookmaker
Max Miller: I Like The Girls Who Do 1989-02-16 Max Miller Impersonator
Here’s a Funny Thing 1982-11-20 Max Miller
Affront 1978-10-17 Sam
EastEnders 1985-02-19 Jim Branning
The Gentle Touch 1980-04-11
Get Back 1992-10-26 Bernie Sweet
Are You Being Served? 1972-09-08
Midsomer Murders 1997-03-23 Mr. Belgrove
Shoestring 1979-09-30
The Bill 1984-10-16
Heartbeat 1992-04-10 Grandad Rowan
Rumpole of the Bailey 1975-12-17
Lovejoy 1986-01-10 Walter Gimbert
Hannay 1988-01-06
Goodnight Sweetheart 1993-11-18
Up the Elephant and Round the Castle 1983-11-30
Call Me Mister 1986-09-05
An Audience with… 1978-01-08 Self
Casualty 1986-09-06 Jack Morris
The Detectives 1993-01-27 Billy
Miss Marple: The Body in the Library 1984-12-26 PC Palk
The Paradise Club 1989-09-19 ‘Mad’ Max Wheeler
Birds of a Feather 1989-10-16 Les Stubbs
The Sweeney 1975-01-02 Doc Boyd
The Famous Five 1978-07-03 Peters
Minder 1979-10-29 Juror
Minder 1979-10-29 Billy
Campion 1989-01-22 Inspector Tanner
Terry and June 1979-10-24 Mr Grubb
Miss Marple 1984-12-26 PC Palk