Antony Sher

Born: 1949-06-14

Birthplace: Cape Town, South Africa

Biography

Sir Antony Sher, KBE (born 14 June 1949) was an English actor of South African origin, a two-time Laurence Olivier Award winner and four-time nominee. He joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1982 and toured in many roles, as well as appearing on film and TV, and working as a writer and theatre director. He died of cancer on 3rd December 2021.

Known For

Superman II
Shakespeare in Love
The Wolfman
Yanks
Erik the Viking
The Miracle Maker
Mrs Brown
Shakespeare Live! From the RSC
The Wind in the Willows
The Young Poisoner's Handbook

Top Movie Credits

Superman II Bell Boy
The Wolfman Dr. Hoenneger
Yanks GI at Cinema
The Miracle Maker Ben Azra (voice)
Mrs Brown Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli