Michael Aspel

Born: 1933-01-12

Birthplace: Battersea, London, England, U.K.

Biography

Michael Terence Aspel, OBE (born 12 January 1933) is an English television presenter, known for his reserved demeanour and rich speaking voice. He has been a high-profile TV personality in the United Kingdom since the 1960s, presenting programmes such as Crackerjack, Aspel and Company, This is Your Life, Strange But True and Antiques Roadshow. Aspel is married to but separated from the actress Elizabeth Power, best known for her role in EastEnders. His current partner is Irene Clarke. In April 2008 he was made a Freeman of the Borough of Elmbridge, Surrey.

Known For

The War Game
The Magic Christian
Nothing Like a Dame
The Morecambe and Wise Christmas Show
Moment of Decision
Sex, Lies & Michael Aspel
The Evacuees
An Audience with Billy Connolly
The Real Oliver Reed
Amnesty International's Big 30

Top Movie Credits

The War Game Commentator
The Magic Christian Himself
Nothing Like a Dame Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
The Morecambe and Wise Christmas Show Himself
Moment of Decision Newscaster
Sex, Lies & Michael Aspel Himself
The Evacuees Self
An Audience with Billy Connolly Self - Audience Member (uncredited)
The Real Oliver Reed Self
Amnesty International's Big 30 Self