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Bernard Atha

Bernard Atha

Acting
1928()-2022
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.

Acts in

  • Kes
  • The Cold War Killers
  • The Lady's Maid's Bell
  • All Day on the Sands
  • The Rank and File
  • Leeds United!
  • Kisses at Fifty
  • It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
  • The Spongers
  • Family Life
  • There Is a Happy Land
  • Steps Back