Islwyn Morris
Islwyn Morris (7 May 1920 – 26 April 2011) was a Welsh-speaking actor and director, best known for his roles in Welsh-language television,[1] such as those of David Tushingham in Pobol y Cwm and Idris Vaughan in Glas y Dorlan.
Career
Islwyn Morris was born in Swansea on 26 August 1920. He began his acting career in repertory theatre in Swansea, appearing with Maudie Edwards, among others.[2]
During the Second World War, he served with the South Wales Borderers.[3]
His most notable television roles include Dad in
He died aged 90, on 26 April 2011.[5] BBC Wales director Keith Jones described him as one of Wales' most loved actors.[6]
References
- ^ Movietome[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Islwyn Morris 1920 - 2011". Swansea Grand Theatre. Retrieved 27 January 2021.
- ^ "Satellite City Cast". Archived from the original on 14 December 2009. Retrieved 27 January 2021.
- ISBN 978-1-78461-535-2.
- ^ "Satellite City and Pobol y Cwm actor Islwyn Morris dies". BBC News. BBC. 26 April 2011.
- ^ "Welsh television actor Islwyn Morris dies at 90". 27 April 2011. Archived from the original on 8 July 2012.
External links
- Islwyn Morris at IMDb
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