Wilfrid Brambell
1912–1985 (age 73)
Biography
Wilfrid Brambell, born in 1912, gave the nation many unforgettable laughs as a masterful character actor, most famously as the crafty Albert Steptoe, and his stage and screen work reflected a deep respect for the craft of comedy.
Behind the scenes he was a generous companion to younger performers, often lending his sharp instincts and warm heart to rehearsals and charity nights, ensuring that the light of laughter could be shared beyond the television screen.