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Garnant, Carmarthenshire, Wales, UK
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English
Spouse
Cathy McGowan (1970-1988)
Sibling
Alun Lewis
Education
Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
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♈ Aries
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猴 Monkey
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Hywel Bennett is known for acting.
Born in Garnant, Carmarthenshire, Wales, UK (died at age 73).
Hywel Bennett has 12 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (12)
Biography
Hywel Bennett (1944-2017) was a Welsh film and television actor best known for the trio of films he made in the '60s and '70s with Hayley Mills, and for his starring role in ITV's long running sitcom Shelley.
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How old was Hywel Bennett?
Hywel Bennett was born on and passed away on at the age of 73.
Where was Hywel Bennett born?
Hywel Bennett was born in Garnant, Carmarthenshire, Wales, UK.
What movies or shows has Hywel Bennett been in?
Hywel Bennett has 12 credits in our database. Notable titles include One for the Road (2003), Vatel (2000), Mary, Mother of Jesus (1999), Misery Harbour (1999), Neverwhere (1996).
What is Hywel Bennett known for?
Hywel Bennett is primarily known as an actor. Hywel Bennett (1944-2017) was a Welsh film and television actor best known for the trio of films he made in the '60s and '70s with…
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