John Wood

Biography

John Wood (5 July 1930 – 6 August 2011) was an English stage and screen actor known for his distinguished career in both classical and contemporary theater. He was born on July 5, 1930, in Derbyshire, England. Wood gained prominence as a member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he performed in numerous Shakespearean productions. Wood's notable stage roles include performances in "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead," "The Rivals," and "Travesties," among many others. He also appeared in various productions on Broadway, earning critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "Amadeus" and "The Winslow Boy." In addition to his stage work, John Wood had a presence in film and television. He starred in movies like "WarGames" (1983) and "Chocolat" (2000). His television credits include appearances in series such as "The Avengers," "Inspector Morse," and "Midsomer Murders." John Wood was highly regarded for his exceptional acting talent, particularly his ability to portray complex characters with depth and nuance. He received several awards throughout his career, including a Tony Award for his performance in "Travesties" and a Laurence Olivier Award for his work in "The Philanthropist." Sadly, John Wood passed away on August 6, 2011, in England, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances in the world of theater and film.

Most Known For

The Avengers

as Twitter

Foyle's War

as Sir Michael Waterford

Playhouse

as Councillor Podkolyossin

Theatre 625

Sabrina

as Fairchild

The Body

as Cardinal Pesci

Napoleon

as Pape Pie VII

Lady Jane

as John Dudley, Duke of Nothumberland

Out of the Unknown

as Brenner

Chocolat

as Guillaume Blerot

WarGames

as Stephen Falken

Festival

as Laevsky

Festival

as The Speaker - Robert Emmet

Ladyhawke

as Bishop of Aquila

Longitude

as Sir Edmund Halley

Imagining Argentina

as Amos Sternberg

Hondo

Doomwatch

as Nigel Waring

The Storyteller: Greek Myths

as Minos

Churchill's People

as Edward the Confessor