Francis Matthews - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 02, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Age | 98 |
| Birthplace | York, Yorkshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Francis Matthews's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Voice of Captain Scarlet in 'Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons'; roles in Hammer Horror films; title role in 'Paul Temple' TV series. |
Intro
Francis Matthews was an English actor best known for his roles in British film and television, particularly as the voice of Captain Scarlet in the 1960s TV series 'Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons.' He was also recognized for his performances alongside Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee in Hammer Horror films, and for his long-standing role in the British sitcom 'Paul Temple.'
Early Life & Background
Francis Matthews was born in York, England in 1927. He was educated at St George's Secondary School, York, and began his stage career soon after finishing school, performing in repertory theatre before moving into film and television in the 1950s.
Career Highlights
- Voiced Captain Scarlet in 'Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons' (1967–68)
- Starred as Paul Temple in the BBC television series (1969–1971)
- Appeared in Hammer Horror films such as 'Dracula: Prince of Darkness' (1966) and 'Rasputin: The Mad Monk' (1966)
- Acted in the comedy film 'Carry On Loving' (1970)
- Had recurring roles in various British TV series including appearances on 'Morecambe and Wise'
Trivia
- Matthews impersonated Cary Grant's voice as Captain Scarlet at the request of producer Gerry Anderson.
- He was married to actress Angela Browne.
- He appeared as a guest star in several iconic British television series throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
FAQs
People also ask
Francis Matthews is 98 years old.
Francis Matthews was born the 2 September 1927.
York, Yorkshire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About September 2nd, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 2, 1927, Augusto Sandino presented a charter for his revolutionary army in Nicaragua. This event was pivotal in the context of Nicaraguan resistance against foreign intervention.
- Day of the week: September 2nd, 1927 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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