Simon Oates
Simon Oates | |
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Born | Arthur Charles Oates 6 January 1932 London, England |
Died | 20 May 2009 Eastbourne, East Sussex, England | (aged 77)
Occupation | Actor |
Spouse | Jaki Eastoe (? - 2009) |
Children | 1 |
Simon Oates (6 January 1932 – 20 May 2009) was an English actor best known for his roles on television.
Career
Arthur Charles Simon Oates was born on 6 January 1932
His many guest appearances included:
His film appearances were few but included
His son, Justin Brett, also an actor, said that his father was offered the role of James Bond in Diamonds Are Forever, but that Sean Connery changed his mind and returned to the role. Other sources suggest that Oates was in the running before Roger Moore was confirmed as 007 for Live and Let Die.[3]
In tandem with his straight acting career, Simon also appeared many times as a stand-up comic and compere, working with such stars as
Simon died on Wednesday 20 May 2009, following a protracted illness.
References
- ^ "Simon Oates: Actor who starred as the scientist Dr John Ridge in 'Doomwatch'". The Independent. 22 June 2009. Retrieved 6 January 2024.
- ^ "The Avengers Declassified: The Stage Show". Archived from the original on 14 March 2012. Retrieved 19 April 2011.
- ^ "Simon Oates: actor in Doomwatch and The Avengers". Times Obituary. 14 June 2009. Retrieved 16 June 2009.