Sammy Johnson was a British actor best known for his role as Stick in the hit BBC series Spender, along with appearances in films and television such as Sid the Sexist and Auf Wiedersehen, Pet. He was born on May 14, 1949, in Gateshead, England, and passed away in 1998.
Personal and Family Life
Born in Gateshead, Sammy Johnson started his career in acting after playing in various local bands, including one called ‘Pigmeat.’ In 1973, he co-founded the Live Theatre Company in Newcastle, where he and other actors could showcase their talents. His passion for theatre and performance helped him gain recognition in the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Sammy Johnson tragically died of a heart attack while jogging in Malaga, Spain, in 1998. He was preparing for the Great North Run, a well-known half marathon in England. His untimely death shocked fans and colleagues, who remembered him as a talented and beloved actor, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sid the Sexist | 1992-10-26 | Sidney Smutt |
| Spender: The French Collection | 1993-12-29 | Kenneth Norman ‘Stick’ Oakley |
| And a Nightingale Sang | 1989-04-17 | Shipyard Worker |
| Seacoal | 1985-01-01 | Ronnie |
| In Fading Light | 1989-01-01 | Dandy Mac |
| The Happy Hunting Ground | 1976-02-10 | Ron |
| King Leek | 1997-09-01 | Popeye |
| Auf Wiedersehen, Pet | 1983-11-11 | Martin Cooper |
| Crocodile Shoes | 1994-11-10 | N/A |
| Spender | 1991-01-08 | Stick |
| Lost In France | 1998-06-23 | Terry Rudd |
| Wycliffe | 1994-07-24 | Adrian Wright |
| The Gambling Man | 1995-02-26 | N/A |