Roger Delgado was an American actor best known for his role as The Master in the Doctor Who series, along with performances in various films and television shows. He was born on March 1, 1918, in London, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
Roger was born to a Spanish father and a French mother in Whitechapel. He married Kismet Delgado, with whom he shared his life until his tragic passing in 1973. Known for his dark looks and signature sinister beard, he often portrayed villains, which became a staple of his acting career. In addition to acting, he was also a voice artist on BBC Radio.
Death and Legacy
On June 18, 1973, Roger Delgado died in a road accident near Neveshir, Turkey. His legacy endures, especially for fans of Doctor Who, where his portrayal of The Master has left a significant impact. His unique style and memorable performances continue to be celebrated in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Enough for June | 1964-01-01 | Josef |
| In Search of the Castaways | 1962-12-01 | Patagonian prisoner |
| The Mummy’s Shroud | 1967-03-15 | Hasmid |
| The Battle of the River Plate | 1956-10-30 | Captain Varela, Uruguayan Navy |
| The Assassination Bureau | 1969-03-09 | Bureau Member (uncredited) |
| The Singer Not the Song | 1961-01-05 | Pedro de Cortinez |
| Underground | 1970-10-07 | Xavier |
| Sea Fury | 1958-08-26 | Salgado |
| Mark of the Phoenix | 1958-10-31 | Devron |
| First Man into Space | 1959-02-27 | Mexican Consul – Ramon de Guerrera |
| Storm Over the Nile | 1955-12-26 | Native Spy |
| Doctor Who: Terror of the Autons | 1971-01-23 | The Master |
| Doctor Who: The Sea Devils | 1972-04-01 | The Master |
| Doctor Who: The Time Monster | 1972-06-24 | The Master |
| The Terror of the Tongs | 1961-03-15 | Tang Hao |
| You Can’t Win ‘Em All | 1970-07-23 | Capt. Enver (uncredited) (voice) |
| The Road to Hong Kong | 1962-03-29 | Jinnah |
| Manuela | 1957-07-18 | Stranger |
| Sands of the Desert | 1960-09-08 | Abu Nlal |
| The Captain’s Paradise | 1953-09-28 | Kalikan Policeman |
| The Broken Horseshoe | 1953-01-10 | Felix Galegos |
| The Stranglers of Bombay | 1959-12-04 | Bundar (uncredited) |
| Man in the Shadow | 1957-09-01 | Alberto (uncredited) |
| Blood Orange | 1953-10-10 | Marlowe |
| Beautiful Stranger | 1954-07-13 | Police Officer |
| Third Party Risk | 1954-10-08 | Detective Gonzales |
| The Mind Benders | 1963-02-01 | Dr. Jean Bonvoulois (uncredited) |
| Khartoum | 1966-06-09 | Sheikh Abdul Rahim |
| Doctor Who: Frontier in Space | 1973-03-31 | The Master |
| Doctor Who: The Dæmons | 1971-06-19 | The Master |
| Doctor Who: Colony in Space | 1971-05-15 | The Master |
| Doctor Who: The Claws of Axos | 1971-04-03 | The Master |
| Doctor Who: The Mind of Evil | 1971-03-06 | The Master |
| The Case of The Smiling Widow | 1957-01-01 | Commissario |
| The Running Man | 1963-10-01 | Spanish Doctor |
| The Last Appointment! | 1977-06-11 | Estoban |
| Antony and Cleopatra | 1972-03-18 | Soothsayer |
| Bhowani Junction | 1956-05-01 | Train Driver |
| The Advancing Shadow | 1956-03-08 | Talibh |
| The Sandwich Man | 1966-07-01 | Abdul – Carpet Seller |