Tom Chadbon, Actor in Doctor Who and Bond, Dies at 80
Veteran performer Tom Chadbon, known for numerous television and film roles, passed away last weekend.
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Veteran actor Tom Chadbon has died at the age of 80. His passing was confirmed by Fantom Events, a publishing company that represented him. Chadbon was recognised for his extensive work across television and film, featuring in major productions such as Doctor Who, Game of Thrones, and the James Bond movie Casino Royale.
A Versatile Television Career
Throughout his career, Chadbon established himself as a versatile character actor with numerous supporting roles. He held recurring parts in popular television dramas including Casualty, where he played Professor Henry Williams, and Crown Prosecutor. His other television credits span a wide range of genres and include appearances in Blake's 7, Heartbeat, Holby City, Silent Witness, The Bill, Taggart, Peep Show, Midsomer Murders, and Father Brown.
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Chadbon's involvement in Doctor Who saw him play private detective Duggan in a 1979 episode. He later returned to the science fiction series in 1986, portraying Merdeen in an episode featuring the sixth Doctor. One of his final television performances was in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones in 2017, where he took on the role of High Septon Maynard.
Film and Early Work
Beyond his television work, Chadbon also featured in several films. His notable film roles included an appearance in the James Bond film Casino Royale, as well as parts in The Beast Must Die, Coming Out Of The Ice, and Dance With A Stranger. He also had credits in shows such as Within These Walls and The Memoirs Of Sherlock Holmes.
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Fantom Events, in confirming his death, shared that Chadbon was "always a warm and friendly man to work with" and sent condolences to his family.
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