 |
Ronald PickupEnglish film and theatre actor
Date of Birth: 07.06.1940
Country:  Great Britain |
Content:
- Ronald Pickup: Acclaimed Actor of Stage and Screen
- Notable Performances
- - Tristram Shandy - Corporal Trim (1975)
- - Hamlet - Bernardo (1958)
Ronald Pickup: Acclaimed Actor of Stage and Screen
Early Life and EducationRonald Pickup, hailed as an esteemed English actor of film, stage, and television, was born in Chester, England. The son of Daisy Pickup (née Williams) and Eric, a lecturer, Pickup received his education at the King's School in his hometown and later pursued English at the University of Leeds, graduating in 1962. Continuing his artistic journey, he enrolled at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where he cemented his ties with a local theatrical company. It was during this time that he crossed paths with his future wife, Lans Traverse.
Notable Performances
FilmPickup's filmography boasts a captivating array of iconic roles, including:
- Tristram Shandy - Corporal Trim (1975)
- The Day of the Jackal - Forger (1973)- Mahler - Nick (1974)
- Zulu Dawn - Lieutenant Harford (1979)
- Nijinsky - Igor Stravinsky (1980)
- Ivanhoe - Prince John (1982)
- The Life of Giuseppe Verdi - Giuseppe Verdi (1982)[5]
- Never Say Never Again - Elliott (1983)
- Wagner - Nietzsche (1983)
- Lady of the Camellias - Jean (1984)
- Einstein - Albert Einstein (1984)
- The Mission - Ontar (1986)
- The Fourth Protocol - Winn-Evans (1987)
- Testimony - Tukhachevsky (1988)
- A Dry White Season - Low (1989)
- Dr. Bethune - Alan Coleman (1990)
- Lolita - Humbert's Father (1997)
- Evilenko - Aron Richter (2004)
- My Boy Jack - Cecil Johnson (2005)
- The Dark Floor - Tobias (2008)
- Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time - King Shahraman (2010)
- The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - Norman Cousins (2012)
- Doctor Martin - Moses (2013)
- The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel - Norman Cousins (2015)
- The Crown - Archbishop of Canterbury (2016)
- Darkest Hour - Neville Chamberlain (2017)
Theatre and Television
Pickup's theatrical and television credits are equally impressive, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Some notable performances include:
- Hamlet - Bernardo (1958)
- The Importance of Being Earnest (1985)- Othello - Cassio (1989)
- The Tempest - Prospero (1999)
- Love's Labour's Lost - Sir Nathaniel (2005)
- Doctor Who - Bishop Simeon (2007)
- Poirot - Horace Blatt (2013)
- Call the Midwife - Horace Hilary Robertson (2015)
- The Collection - James (2016)
Legacy
Ronald Pickup's contributions to the entertainment industry have left an indelible mark. His exceptional performances have captivated audiences worldwide, earning him critical acclaim and the respect of his peers. As an actor, he possessed a remarkable ability to inhabit diverse roles, from historical figures to enigmatic characters. His legacy lives on through his extensive body of work, inspiring generations of aspiring actors.
