Bernard Atha
Bernard Atha
Biography
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.
Known For
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
19
Gender
Male
Birthday
1928-08-27 (97 years old)
Place of Birth
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Acting

2001

Liam as Teacher (uncredited)

1986

The Cold War Killers as Hotel Porter

1985

The Beiderbecke Affair as Returning Officer

1984

Sherlock Holmes as Dr Carthew

1983

The Lady's Maid's Bell as Pharmacist

1979

All Day on the Sands as Not available

1978

All Creatures Great and Small as Jack Almond

1978

All Creatures Great and Small as Henry Dickson

1978

The Spongers as Councillor Conway

1976

Bill Brand as Mr. Hollins

1975

Days of Hope as Vicar

1974

Leeds United! as Radio Reporter

1974

There Is a Happy Land as Park Ranger

1973

Steps Back as Porter

1973

Kisses at Fifty as Social Security Man

1971

Family Life as Not available

1971

The Rank and File as Personnel Officer

1970

Kes as Youth Employment Officer