ACTING . Acting . 75 years (deceased) . Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Anthony Dawson_

Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

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Born Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Birthday
75
Lived
31
Credits
Actor
Known For
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Popularity
49 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Birthplace
Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
Height
187 cm (6'1")
Nationality
Languages
English
Education
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
Zodiac Sign
♎ Libra
Chinese Zodiac
龙 Dragon
Name Origin
English < Latin (Antōnius)
Popularity
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Anthony Dawson is known for acting.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK (died at age 75).
Anthony Dawson has 31 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.

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Biography

Anthony Douglas Gillon Dawson (18 October 1916 – 8 January 1992) was a Scottish actor, best known for his supporting roles as villains in films such as Alfred Hitchcock's Dial M for Murder (1954) and Midnight Lace (1960), as well as playing Professor Dent in the James Bond film Dr. No (1962). He also appeared as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in From Russia with Love (1963) and Thunderball (1965).

Frequently Asked Questions

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Anthony Dawson was born on and passed away on at the age of 75.
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Anthony Dawson was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
What movies or shows has Anthony Dawson been in?
Anthony Dawson has 31 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Gamblers (1990), Run for Your Life (1988), Pirates (1986), Inchon (1981), The Count of Monte Cristo (1975).
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Anthony Dawson is primarily known as an actor. Anthony Douglas Gillon Dawson (18 October 1916 – 8 January 1992) was a Scottish actor, best known for his supporting roles as villains in films…
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