Mark Burns was a British actor who is best known for his roles in Stardust, House of the Living Dead, and Count Dracula. Born on March 30, 1936, in Worcestershire, England, he had a prolific career in film and television until his passing on May 8, 2007.
Personal and Family Life
Mark Burns was educated at Ampleforth College in North Yorkshire. He was married twice, first to Jane How, with whom he had a son named Jack, and later to Paulene Stone until his death. Throughout his life, he struggled with alcoholism but managed to carve out a successful acting career.
Death and Legacy
Mark Burns passed away on May 8, 2007, in London, England, due to lung cancer. He had appeared in over 60 films and TV shows, leaving a significant mark in the acting community. His performance in House of the Living Dead earned him the Best Actor award at the Sitges: Catalonia International Film Festival.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Stardust | 2007 | New Bishop |
| The Clandestine Marriage | 1998 | Capstick |
| Savage Hearts | 1995 | Doctor |
| Heartbeat | 1994 | Jack Temple-Richards |
| Sharpe | 1994 | Pakenham |
| Emmerdale Farm | 1994 | Claude Atkins |
| Dirty Weekend | 1993 | Brown |
| Passport to Murder | 1993 | Nathaniel Hackett |
| Capital City | 1989–1990 | Longman |
| Remington Steele | 1984 | Freddie Smith |