Personal Info
- Known ForActing
- GenderMale
- Birthday1928-08-27
- Day of Death2022-10-22 (94 years)
- Place of BirthLeeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
- Also Known As-
Bernard Atha
Biography
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.
Acting Career
- 2001
Liam
As: Teacher (uncredited)
- 1986
The Cold War Killers
As: Hotel Porter
- 1985
The Beiderbecke Affair
As: Returning Officer
- 1984
Sherlock Holmes
As: Dr Carthew
- 1983
The Lady's Maid's Bell
As: Pharmacist
- 1978
The Spongers
As: Councillor Conway
- 1978
All Creatures Great and Small
As: Jack Almond
- 1978
All Creatures Great and Small
As: Henry Dickson
1976It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
As: 2nd P.C.
1976Bill Brand
As: Mr. Hollins
1975Days of Hope
As: Vicar
1974Leeds United!
As: Radio Reporter
1974There Is a Happy Land
As: Park Ranger
1973Steps Back
As: Porter
1973Kisses at Fifty
As: Social Security Man
- 1971
The Rank and File
As: Personnel Officer
- 1970
Kes
As: Youth Employment Officer