Jon Pertwee (1 films)

🎬 Jon Pertwee — Hollywood Legend

John Devon Roland Pertwee ( PUR-twee; 7 July 1919 – 20 May 1996), known professionally as Jon Pertwee, was an English actor. He is best known for portraying the third incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who from 1970 to 1974. He is also recognised for starring in the BBC Radio sitcom The Navy Lark (1959–1977) and playing the title role in Worzel Gummidge (1979–1981) and Worzel Gummidge Down Under (1987–1989). Born into a family of actors and writers, Pertwee's rebellious behaviour led to his expulsion from two schools and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He subsequently took small parts in repertory theatre, including productions written by his playwright father Roland, and later performed in radio and films. During World War II, Pertwee served in the Royal Navy and worked in the Naval Intelligence Division. Post-war, he became known for his comedic voices and impressions, particularly on the radio programme Mediterranean Merry-Go-Round. He played Chief Petty Officer Pertwee and various other roles in The Navy Lark, and appeared in four films in the Carry On series from 1964 to 1992. In 1969, Pertwee was cast as the Third Doctor in the BBC science fiction television series Doctor Who. Despite his reputation as a comic actor, Pertwee introduced an action-oriented "leading man" interpretation of the character, influenced by contemporary espionage fiction and his own enthusiasm for gadgets and fast vehicles.

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