Jon Rollason

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Jon Rollason (born April 9, 1931 in Birmingham , England , † February 20, 2016 in Llandudno , Wales ) was a British actor.

Life

Rollason had his first television appearances in the mid-1950s in the children's television series The Children of the New Forest . The road to television was arduous for Rollason, and in the early days he had to support his family almost penniless. Rollason became known for his role as Dr. Martin King in the series With Umbrella, Charm and Melon , in which he first appeared at prime time . Since the role was only designed as a temporary solution, there were only three appearances.

However, he then managed to get a long-term role as teacher David Robbins on the soap opera Coronation Street for several years . Other roles followed in various television series that enjoyed some popularity in Great Britain, such as Z-Cars and Crossroads . During this time he also began to write manuscripts such as B. for Crossroads . Rollason's most notable appearances are considered to be journalist Harold Chorley on Doctor Who .

In addition to the film business, Rollason also worked as a writer and playwright. Some of his works have been published. He also played roles on the BBC radio program .

In his private life he was said to have a preference for pottery. Rollason died in February 2016 at the age of 84; he was survived by his second wife and three children.

Filmography (selection)

actor

  • 1961: The Terrorists (TV movie)
  • 1962: With umbrella, charm and bowler hat ( The Avengers , TV series, three episodes)
  • 1963–1969: Z-Cars (TV series)
  • 1963–1971: Coronation Street (TV series, six episodes)
  • 1964: Crossroads (TV series)
  • 1964: Swizzlewick (TV series, four episodes)
  • 1966–1970 Task Force Police ( Softly Softly , television series, five episodes)
  • 1966: Secret Agent ( Danger Man , TV series, episode: Not So Jolly Roger )
  • 1968: Doctor Who (TV series, four episodes)
  • 1969–1973: Play of the Month (TV series, two episodes)
  • 1971: Freelance
  • 1973: Barlow at Large (TV series, episode: Wanted )

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personal data
SURNAME Rollason, Jon
BRIEF DESCRIPTION British actor and author
DATE OF BIRTH April 9, 1931
PLACE OF BIRTH Birmingham , England , UK
DATE OF DEATH 20th February 2016
Place of death Llandudno , Wales , United Kingdom