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English
Children
6 children
Education
Chiswick School, Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
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♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
Name Origin
English < Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
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John Neville is known for acting.
Born in Willesden, London, England, UK (died at age 86).
2 awards including Member of the Order of Canada.
John Neville has 20 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Officer of the Order of the British Empire
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Member of the Order of Canada
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Biography
John Neville, OBE, CM was an English theatre and film actor who moved to Canada with his family in 1972. He enjoyed a resurgence of international attention as a result of his starring role in Terry Gilliam's "The Adventures of Baron Munchausen".
He was appointed to the Order of Canada, that nation's highest civilian honor, in 2006.
According to publicists at Canada's Stratford Shakespeare Festival, Neville died "peacefully surrounded by family" on 19 November 2011, aged 86. Neville suffered with Alzheimer's disease in his latter years. He is survived by his wife, Caroline (née Hopper), and their six children.
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How old was John Neville?
John Neville was born on and passed away on at the age of 86.
Where was John Neville born?
John Neville was born in Willesden, London, England, UK.
What movies or shows has John Neville been in?
John Neville has 20 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Statement (2003), Moving Malcolm (2003), Between Strangers (2002), Sunshine (1999), Urban Legend (1998).
What is John Neville known for?
John Neville is primarily known as an actor. John Neville, OBE, CM was an English theatre and film actor who moved to Canada with his family in 1972. He enjoyed a resurgence of…
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