Warren Mitchell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 14, 1926 |
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| Died | November 14, 2015 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Stoke Newington, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Warren Mitchell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Playing Alf Garnett in 'Till Death Us Do Part' and sequels |
Intro
Warren Mitchell was an acclaimed English actor best known for his role as Alf Garnett in the BBC television sitcom 'Till Death Us Do Part' and its spin-offs. His portrayal of the outspoken, controversial character made him one of Britain's most recognizable TV performers.
Early Life & Background
Warren Mitchell was born Warren Misell in Stoke Newington, London, to a Russian-Jewish family. He attended Southgate County School and went on to study at University College, Oxford, where he became interested in acting and participated in student productions.
Career Highlights
- Originated the iconic character Alf Garnett in 'Till Death Us Do Part' (1965–1975)
- Reprised Alf Garnett in sequels including 'Till Death...' and 'In Sickness and in Health'
- Won a BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor in 1981 for his performance in 'The Price'
- Accomplished stage actor, including acclaimed performances in Arthur Miller and Harold Pinter plays
- Appeared in films such as 'The Taming of the Shrew' (1967), 'Carry On Cleo' (1964), and 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold' (1965)
Trivia
- He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).
- Mitchell was a life-long supporter of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
- Despite playing Alf Garnett, Mitchell was politically left-leaning, often at odds with his character's views.
- He won two Laurence Olivier Awards for his theatre work.
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Warren Mitchell was born the 14 January 1926.
Stoke Newington, London, England.
On His Birth-Day
About January 14th, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: A total solar eclipse occurred on January 14, 1926, visible across parts of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. The maximum eclipse lasted approximately 4 minutes and 11 seconds, with the path of totality passing through regions including the Central African Republic, Uganda, Kenya, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
- Day of the week: January 14th, 1926 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Lullaby Lane by Frank Munn
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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