Richard Van Allan was an English actor who is best known for his roles in the films Happiness (1998), The Vampyr: A Soap Opera (1992), and Eugene Onegin (1988).
Personal and Family Life
Born as Alan Philip Jones on May 28, 1935, in Nottingham, England, Richard Van Allan had a notable career in music as an opera singer. He was married to Elizabeth Peabody from 1963 until their divorce in 1974, with whom he had one child. Later, he married Rosemary Pickering in 1976, and they divorced in 1986, having two children together.
Career
Richard Van Allan was a remarkable bass singer and principal bass with the English National Opera, showcasing his talent in various opera productions. He made his Royal Opera debut in 1971, playing the role of the Mandarin in “Turandot,” and he also performed in the Metropolitan Opera in New York in 1987. His last performance was in “Die Fledermaus” at Glyndebourne in 2006.
Death and Legacy
Richard Van Allan passed away on December 4, 2008, in London, England, due to lung cancer. He was honored as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2002 for his contributions to music. His legacy in the field of opera and acting continues to be remembered by fans and colleagues alike.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Iolanthe | 1982-06-01 | Private Willis |
| Geheimauftrag Pontifex – Der Vatikan im Kalten Krieg | 2015-05-20 | himself |
| Der Vampyr | 1992-01-01 |