About David Swift
Lived 1931 – 2016 (aged 85). David Swift was a British actor, film actor, television actor, writer and illustrator.
Career Swift made his professional debut on stage after being appointed as an assistant stage manager at Dundee Repertory Theatre in 1963. He made his television debut in 1964 as Theo Clay in the soap opera Compact.
Personal life and death
Swift was the elder brother of the actor Clive Swift, known for his role in Keeping Up Appearances, with whom he sometimes performed. He was the uncle of the academic Adam Swift and the television personality Joe Swift and their sister Rebecca. He was married to the actress Paula Jacobs, was the father of actress Julia Swift and father-in-law of actor David Bamber.
Swift died from complications of Alzheimer's disease on 8 April 2016, at the age of 85.
Selected filmography Film
Television
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Swift?
British actor (1931-2016)
When was David Swift born?
David Swift was born on 3 April 1931 in Liverpool.
When did David Swift die?
David Swift died on 8 April 2016 in London.
What was David Swift's occupation?
David Swift was an actor, film actor, television actor, writer and illustrator.
What nationality was David Swift?
David Swift was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Swift (actor)
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