Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Stage actor, Television actor, Film actor, Actor
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Nationality
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Spouses
Carolyn Gillian Cox (1974), Polly Williams (1989)
Children
1 child: Katharine Havers
Parents
Michael Havers, Baron Havers, Carol Elizabeth Lay
Sibling
Philip Havers
Education
Arts Educational Schools
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Popularity
Tier B -- 42,302 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 52 years (1973-2025)
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 21
Year context
Born in 1951 -- First commercial computer (UNIVAC I) delivered; Harry S. Truman was US president
Year 1951 →
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Rabbit
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Filmography (17)
A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story
Cecil Havers
All Creatures Great & Small
TV Series
Brian Pern
TV Series
Penelope
Mr. Vanderman
Brothers and Sisters
TV Series
The Life and Death of Peter Sellers
Film
Born and Bred
TV Series
Liz: The Elizabeth Taylor Story
TV Series
Lie Down With Lions
Film
Quiet Days in Clichy
Film
Biography
Nigel Allan Havers is an English actor. He is probably best known for his BAFTA-nominated role as Lord Andrew Lindsay in the 1981 British film Chariots of Fire, and for his role as Dr. Tom Latimer in the British TV comedy series Don't Wait Up. He portrayed the role of Lewis Archer in Coronation Street from 2009 to 2010.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Nigel Havers?
Nigel Havers is 74 years old, born on .
Where was Nigel Havers born?
Nigel Havers was born in Edmonton, Middlesex, England, UK.
What movies or shows has Nigel Havers been in?
Nigel Havers has 17 credits in our database. Notable titles include A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story (2025), All Creatures Great & Small (2020), Brian Pern (2014), Penelope (2007), Brothers and Sisters (2006).
What is Nigel Havers known for?
Nigel Havers is primarily known as an actor. Nigel Allan Havers is an English actor. He is probably best known for his BAFTA-nominated role as Lord Andrew Lindsay in the 1981 British film…
Where can I find more information about Nigel Havers?
You can find more about Nigel Havers on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
