About Alec Monteath
Lived 1941 – 2021 (aged 79). Alec Monteath was an announcer and television actor.
Alexander William Monteath (22 May 1941 – 9 March 2021) was a Scottish television actor and broadcaster. He was best known for playing the part of crofter Dougal Lachlan in Take the High Road from 1980 until 1992.
Monteath was born in Doune, Perthshire on 22 May 1941. He was a graduate of the Glasgow College of Dramatic Art and went on to act at leading Scottish theatres (including Kilmarnock, Pitlochry and Perth) before entering broadcasting. His wife, Caroline Grant, was also an actress. Their eldest son David Monteath is an actor and has appeared in Coronation Street, Dramarama, Take the High Road and Endeavour amongst various other TV shows and films.
In November 2021, it was announced by Equity that Monteath had died. His death occurred in Balfron, Stirlingshire on 9 March, at the age of 79.
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Who was Alec Monteath?
British actor (1941–2021)
When was Alec Monteath born?
Alec Monteath was born on 22 May 1941.
When did Alec Monteath die?
Alec Monteath died on 9 March 2021.
What was Alec Monteath's occupation?
Alec Monteath was an announcer and television actor.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Alec Monteath. https://biography.guide/alec-monteath/
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