Warren Clarke was an English actor who is best known for his roles in A Clockwork Orange, Dalziel and Pascoe, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Personal and Family Life
Warren Clarke was born Alan James Clarke on April 26, 1947, in Oldham, Lancashire, England. He had a son named Rowan from his first marriage and a daughter named Georgia Mabel from his second marriage. Clarke was passionate about acting from a young age, having started his career with local amateur companies. He married Michelle Mordaunt in 1987, with whom he had one child.
Career
Clarke began his acting journey in the late 1960s, gaining early exposure on television in shows like The Avengers and Coronation Street. He achieved greater recognition in the early 1970s with his role as Dim in A Clockwork Orange. Throughout his career, he took on a diverse range of characters in both film and television, demonstrating remarkable versatility. Clarke became widely recognized for his portrayal of the heavy-drinking Superintendent Andy Dalziel in the series Dalziel and Pascoe, which ran for eleven years.
Death and Legacy
Warren Clarke passed away on November 12, 2014, in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, England, after a short illness. His contributions to film and television left a lasting impression, with many remembering him for his strong performances and unique presence on screen. Clarke’s work continues to be celebrated by fans and critics alike, highlighting his significance in British acting history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Clockwork Orange | 1971-12-19 | Dim |
| Joseph | 1995-04-10 | Ednan |
| Firefox | 1982-06-18 | Pavel Upenskoy |
| Enigma | 1982-10-15 | Konstantin |
| Top Secret! | 1984-06-08 | Colonel von Horst |
| Dalziel & Pascoe | 1996-03-16 | Det. Supt. Andy Dalziel |
| The Hunchback of Notre Dame | 1976-12-30 | Quasimodo |
| Bleak House | 2005-10-27 | Boythorn |
| Poldark | 2015-03-08 | Charles Poldark |
| Call the Midwife | 2012-01-15 | John Lacey |