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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Television actor, Stage actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Birthplace
Kings Norton, Birmingham, England, UK
Citizenship
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Spouses
Emily Nancy Bevill Pethybridge (1930), Aileen Dickens Bourchier Hawksley (1944)
Children
1 child: Jennifer Mary Napier-Clavering
Parents
Claude Napier, Millicent Mary Kenrick
Education
Clifton College, Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek (Ἀλανοί)
Popularity
Tier C -- 13,463 Wikipedia views/month
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Alan Napier is known for acting.
Born in Kings Norton, Birmingham, England, UK (died at age 85).
Alan Napier has 50 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (50)
Biography
Alan Napier (born Alan William Napier-Clavering) was an English actor. After a decade in London West End theatres, he had a long film career first in Britain and then in Hollywood. He eventually became widely known for portraying Alfred the butler in the 1960s live-action Batman television series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Alan Napier?
Alan Napier was born on and passed away on at the age of 85.
Where was Alan Napier born?
Alan Napier was born in Kings Norton, Birmingham, England, UK.
What movies or shows has Alan Napier been in?
Alan Napier has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Batman (1966), Batman (1966), 36 Hours (1964), Marnie (1964), The Sword in the Stone (1963).
What is Alan Napier known for?
Alan Napier is primarily known as an actor. Alan Napier (born Alan William Napier-Clavering) was an English actor. After a decade in London West End theatres, he had a long film career first in Britain and…
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You can find more about Alan Napier on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
