About Derek Godfrey
Lived 1924 – 1983 (aged 59). Derek Godfrey was a British actor and television actor.
Derek Godfrey (3 June 1924 – 18 June 1983) was an English actor, associated with the Royal Shakespeare Company from 1960, who also appeared in several films and BBC television dramatisations during the 1960s and 1970s. With the Royal Shakespeare Company from 1960, he performed as Orsino, Hector, Petruchio and Malvolio.
Also in 1960, he appeared on television in the series Danger Man in the episode entitled "Position of Trust" as a casino manager.
He created the role of Jack Gurney in Peter Barnes's play The Ruling Class.
Family Derek Godfrey was married to Australian actress Diana Fairfax; the couple had two daughters.
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Who was Derek Godfrey?
English actor (1924-1983)
When was Derek Godfrey born?
Derek Godfrey was born on 3 June 1924.
When did Derek Godfrey die?
Derek Godfrey died on 18 June 1983.
What was Derek Godfrey's occupation?
Derek Godfrey was an actor and television actor.
What nationality was Derek Godfrey?
Derek Godfrey was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Derek Godfrey. https://biography.guide/derek-godfrey/
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