About Peter Martyn
Lived 1925 – 1955 (aged 29). Peter Martyn was a British actor, television presenter and television actor.
Peter Martyn (19 October 1925 – 15 February 1955) was a British actor and TV presenter. He hosted the UK version of the U.S. game show The Name's the Same in 1954, and the game show Find the Link in 1954-55.
He also acted in the original Broadway production of Terence Rattigan's Harlequinade, in 1949.
Films and television series in which he appeared included: The Devil's Pass (1957) No Smoking (1955) Mad About Men (1954) Orders Are Orders (1954) Child's Play (1954) You Know What Sailors Are (1954) The Intruder (1953) Folly to Be Wise (1953) The Happy Family (1952) Lady Godiva Rides Again (1951) Appointment with Venus (1951) Studio One (1950 television series)
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Who was Peter Martyn?
British actor (1925-1955)
When was Peter Martyn born?
Peter Martyn was born on 19 October 1925 in London.
When did Peter Martyn die?
Peter Martyn died on 15 February 1955.
What was Peter Martyn's occupation?
Peter Martyn was an actor, television presenter and television actor.
What nationality was Peter Martyn?
Peter Martyn was British.
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