Stephen Yardley was born on March 24, 1942 in Ferrensby, North Yorkshire, England. He is an actor and producer, known for Howards' Way (1985), Family Affairs (1997) and The XYY Man (1976). He is married to Jan Harvey. He was previously married to Elizabeth.
I do prefer theatre, but I have made my money from television work because theatre isn't very well paid.
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I'm six foot three and bald, so I'm a bit hard to miss, and as one in four people in Britain watch Howards' Way (1985) I do tend to attract a bit of attention when I'm out.
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Was on the shortlist for Prof Watson in Doctor Who: The Hand of Fear. Glyn Houston won the part.
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Gained acting experience in Dundee Repertory Theatre.
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His first work in the English theatre was as a student Assistant Stage Manager at Richmond Theatre.
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Worked on a building site as a superhod (which meant he was hod-carrying for two brickies simultaneously).
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Had a stutter as a child.
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He was raised in Essex, England, and attended Brentwood public school.
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He can read music and has worked at the Royal Opera House.
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He was at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art from 1960-1963.
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His favourite television roles have been The XYY Man (1976) and the Russian pianist in Secret Army (1977).
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He is a fan of the music of Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Oscar Peterson.
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