Philip Grout was an English actor and director who is best known for his roles in ITV Television Playhouse, East Lynne, and Out of This World. Born in 1930 in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England, he passed away on April 8, 2019, in London, England.
Personal and Family Life
Philip Grout was born as Philip Lewis Grout in 1930. Not much is publicly known about his early family life, but he pursued a successful career in acting and directing throughout the mid to late 20th century. He had a passion for performing that spanned several decades, showcasing his talent in various genres.
Career
Grout’s career included numerous television appearances where he displayed his versatility as an actor. He featured in popular series such as The Bill and Emergency-Ward 10, among others. His work extended into directing, contributing to the artistic landscape of British television during his time.
Death and Legacy
Philip Grout passed away on April 8, 2019, in London, England. His contributions to television in the UK have left a lasting impact, with many of his performances still remembered by fans. His legacy lives on through the work he left behind and the inspiration he provided to fellow actors and directors.
Filmography
| Title | Type | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Every Silver Lining | TV Series | 1993 | Chess Player |
| The Bill | TV Series | 1992 | Harold |
| Theatre 625 | TV Series | 1964–1967 | Popov |
| A Series of Bird’s | TV Series | 1967 | |
| Thursday Theatre | TV Series | 1964 | Hotel waiter |
| The Indian Tales of Rudyard Kipling | TV Series | 1964 | Lieutenant Porkiss |
| ITV Television Playhouse | TV Series | 1963 | Snodgrass |
| Boyd Q.C. | TV Series | 1963 | Police Officer |
| Emergency-Ward 10 | TV Series | 1963 | Captain Crane |
| The Rag Trade | TV Series | 1963 | |
| Harpers West One | TV Series | 1962 | Len Carson |
| Out of This World | TV Series | 1962 | John |
| The Problem of Mary Winshaw | TV Movie | 1962 | Jack Winshaw |
| Tales of Mystery | TV Series | 1961 | Ted |