Nigel Terry

Movie Actor

Birthday August 15, 1945

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Bristol, England

DEATH DATE Apr 30, 2015 (69)

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About

Film and classical theater actor who is widely known for his performance as King Arthur in the 1981 film Excalibur and who is also notable for his role in the 2004 film Troy as Prince Telephus.

Before Fame

He trained at Oxford Meadow Players, Bristol Old Vic, and the Royal Shakespeare Company while also appearing in several productions with the latter company.

Trivia

He played the eponymous character in the 1986 film Caravaggio.

Family Life

He was born in Bristol, Gloucestershire, England famously in Bristol as the first baby born after World War II.

Associated With

He played Prince John in the 1968 film The Lion in Winter, which starred Peter O'Toole.