Bill Maynard - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 08, 1928 |
|---|---|
| Died | March 30, 2018 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Heath End, Farnham, Surrey, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Bill Maynard's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Roles in 'Heartbeat' and 'Oh No It's Selwyn Froggitt' |
Intro
Bill Maynard was an English comedian and actor best known for his roles in British television series such as 'Heartbeat', where he played Claude Jeremiah Greengrass, and 'Oh No It's Selwyn Froggitt', in which he played the titular character. His career spanned over six decades, making him a prominent and well-loved figure on UK television.
Early Life & Background
Bill Maynard was born Walter Frederick George Williams. He began his career in entertainment as a performer in variety shows and radio before breaking into television and film during the 1950s and 1960s.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Claude Jeremiah Greengrass in 'Heartbeat' (1992–2000)
- Played Selwyn Froggitt in 'Oh No It's Selwyn Froggitt' (1974–1978)
- Appeared in 'The Gaffer' (1981–1983)
- Early work as a radio and variety entertainer
- Prolific television and film career lasting more than 60 years
Trivia
- His real name was Walter Frederick George Williams.
- He returned to 'Heartbeat' for guest appearances after leaving the main cast.
- He published an autobiography titled 'The Yo-Yo Man' in 2013.
FAQs
People also ask
Bill Maynard was born the 8 October 1928.
Heath End, Farnham, Surrey, England.
On His Birth-Day
About October 8th, 1928, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 8th, 1928 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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