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Geoffrey Palmer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 04, 1927 |
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| Died | November 05, 2020 (age 93) |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Geoffrey Palmer's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | British television and film acting, notably roles in 'Butterflies', 'As Time Goes By', and 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin'. |
Intro
Geoffrey Palmer was an English actor best known for his extensive work in television and film, particularly for his roles in British sitcoms such as 'Butterflies', 'As Time Goes By', and 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin.' Over his long career, Palmer became renowned for his dry wit and deadpan delivery.
Early Life & Background
Geoffrey Palmer was born in London in 1927. He attended Highgate School and served in the Royal Marines during World War II before pursuing an acting career after initially working as an accountant.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Starred as Lionel Hardcastle in 'As Time Goes By' (1992–2005)
- Played Jimmy Anderson in 'The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin' (1976–1979)
- Featured as Ben Parkinson in 'Butterflies' (1978–1983)
- Appeared in films such as 'A Fish Called Wanda' (1988), 'Tomorrow Never Dies' (1997), and 'The Madness of King George' (1994)
- Received an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2004 for services to drama
Trivia
- He was a frequent collaborator with Dame Judi Dench, most notably in 'As Time Goes By.'
- His son, Charles Palmer, is a television director.
- He was known for his distinctively laconic voice and calm, understated delivery.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Geoffrey Palmer born?
Geoffrey Palmer was born the 4 June 1927.
Where is Geoffrey Palmer from?
London, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About June 4th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: Charles Lindbergh completed his historic solo transatlantic flight on May 21, 1927, landing in Paris. He returned to the United States on June 4, 1927, after a successful tour of Europe, solidifying his status as an international hero.
- Day of the week: June 4th, 1927 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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