Tom Kempinski was an American actor and playwright, best known for Moon Zero Two, Moonbase 3, and Gumshoe. He was born on March 24, 1938, in Hendon, London, England, and passed away on August 2, 2023.
Personal and Family Life
Tom Kempinski was the son of Gerhard and Melanie Kempinski. He had three significant relationships: he was married to Margaret Nolan from 1967 to 1972, Frances de la Tour from 1972 to 1982, and Sarah Tingay from 2007 until his death in 2023. He had three children.
Career
Kempinski’s career included notable roles in films and television shows in the 1960s and 1970s. He is remembered for his performances in productions like The McKenzie Break, The Damned, and Gumshoe. Throughout his career, he faced personal challenges, including struggles with agoraphobia, yet he continued to contribute significantly to the performing arts.
Death and Legacy
Tom Kempinski died on August 2, 2023. His contributions to theatre and film have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his unique talent and dedication to his craft. His work continues to inspire new generations of actors and playwrights.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The McKenzie Break | 1970-10-28 | Leutnant Schmidt |
| The Damned | 1962-11-16 | Ted |
| The Reckoning | 1970-01-31 | Brunzy |
| The Committee | 1968-05-31 | Victim |
| Gumshoe | 1971-12-01 | C.L. Quarry – Psychiatrist |
| The Whisperers | 1967-07-18 | 2nd Young Man |
| The Operation | 1973-02-26 | George Timmins |
| Othello | 1965-12-15 | Sailor / Senators-Soldiers-Cypriots |
| A.D.A.M. | 1973-04-07 | Vincent Metcalfe |
| Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter | 1968-01-22 | Hobart |
| Wot! No Art | 1978-01-01 | |
| Plaintiffs and Defendants | 1975-10-14 | Doctor |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | Dyson |
| The Main Chance | 1969-06-18 | Doran |
| Sir Francis Drake | 1961-11-12 | Spanish Officer |
| Crown Court | 1972-10-11 | Tony Blower |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | George Timmins |