Date of Birth 18 October 1928, Wharfedale, West Riding, Yorkshire, England, UK
Date of Death 25 February 1987, Bradford, Yorkshire, England, UK
Birth Name John Colin Smith
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John Collin was born on October 18, 1928 in Wharfedale, West Riding, Yorkshire, England as John Colin Smith. He was an actor, known for Tess (1979), Star! (1968) and All Creatures Great and Small (1975). He died on February 25, 1987 in Bradford, Yorkshire.
Trivia (2)
Has played the same role, that of Mr. Alderson, in two separate versions of "All Creatures Great and Small", the TV Movie (1975) and the TV Series (1978-1983).
Craggy British supporting actor, a former real estate salesman. Began in the business as an assistant stage manager, before turning to acting. Often seen in TV cop shows of the 1960's and 70's.
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Full name at birth | John Colin Smith
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Date of birth | 18 October 1928
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Place of birth | Burley in Wharfedale, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK
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Date of death | 25 February 1987
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Age | 58 (age at death)
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Place of death | Bradford, Yorkshire, England, UK
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John Collin is known for his role in the film The Witches (1966) as Dowsett.
He is also known for his role in the film Tess (1979) as John Durbeyfield.
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