Peter Vaughan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	April 04, 1923
Died	December 06, 2016 (age 93)
Birthplace	Wem, Shropshire, England
Zodiac Sign	Aries - (see also Peter Vaughan's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Pig
Generation	Greatest Generation
Known For	Renowned for roles in TV series such as 'Porridge' and 'Game of Thrones', as well as films like 'Straw Dogs' and 'Brazil'.

Intro

Peter Vaughan was an English character actor, known for his extensive television and film career that spanned over seven decades. He was praised for his versatility in playing both sympathetic and menacing roles.

Early Life & Background

Peter Vaughan was born Peter Ewart Ohm on April 4, 1923, in Wem, Shropshire, England. After attending Uttoxeter Grammar School, he served in the British Army during World War II, seeing action in Normandy and the Far East before turning to acting post-war.

Career Highlights

• Played 'Grouty' in the classic BBC sitcom 'Porridge' (1974–1977)
• Portrayed Maester Aemon in HBO's 'Game of Thrones' (2011–2015)
• Appeared in films such as 'Straw Dogs' (1971), 'Brazil' (1985), and 'The Remains of the Day' (1993)
• Had a prolific career in British television and theatre, often portraying complex or villainous characters

Trivia

• Vaughan was partially blind in his later years but continued acting memorably as Maester Aemon in 'Game of Thrones', a character who was also blind.
• Was married to actress Billie Whitelaw from 1952 to 1966.

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1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Vaughan
2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0891354/