Stuart Finch was an Australian actor who is best known for his roles in Twelfth Night (1966), Number 96 (1972), and Cop Shop (1977).
Personal and Family Life
Stuart Finch was born on September 29, 1935, in Australia. He was married to Juliana Finch, and they had seven children together. His son Simon Finch and daughter Jennifer Finch both appeared alongside him in the TV series Prisoner, where they played his on-screen children. This connection created a notable family dynamic in his acting career.
Death and Legacy
Stuart Finch passed away on December 7, 2016, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. His contributions to the Australian television and film industry are remembered fondly by fans and colleagues alike. Finch’s work has left a lasting impact on the acting community, showcasing his range and talent through various roles throughout his career.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Episodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don’t Blame the Koalas | 2002 | Tourist Bus Driver #1 | 1 episode |
| Wildside | 1998 | Crime Scene Officer | 1 episode |
| Police Rescue | 1992 | Building Supervisor | 1 episode |
| Brides of Christ | 1991 | Father Riordan | 1 episode |
| Rafferty’s Rules | 1989 | Ray Painter | 1 episode |
| Sons and Daughters | 1985 | George Henderson | 1 episode |
| Special Squad | 1984 | Barton | 1 episode |
| Carson’s Law | 1983 | Hayward | 1 episode |
| Phar Lap | 1983 | Police Sergeant | N/A |
| Der schwarze Bumerang | 1982 | Lehrer | 1 episode |
| Cop Shop | 1978–1982 | Raymond Richard Garby/Les Jackson | 18 episodes |
| Prisoner | 1981 | Don Page/Det. Sgt. Price | 11 episodes |
| I Can Jump Puddles | 1981 | Mr. Carlson | 1 episode |
| The Young Doctors | 1977–1980 | Insp. Conway/Dr. Forbes | 7 episodes |
| Skyways | 1979 | Howard Jones/Teddy Burns | 2 episodes |