Bernard Atha
Actor
Born August 27, 1928 in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.
Filmography
Liam
Teacher (uncredited)
The Cold War Killers
Hotel Porter
The Beiderbecke Affair
Returning Officer
Sherlock Holmes
Dr Carthew
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Dr Carthew
The Road to 1984
Shop Manager
The Lady's Maid's Bell
Pharmacist
All Day on the Sands
The Spongers
Councillor Conway
All Creatures Great and Small
Jack Almond
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
2nd P.C.
Bill Brand
Mr. Hollins
Days of Hope
Vicar
Leeds United!
Radio Reporter
There Is a Happy Land
Park Ranger
Steps Back
Porter
Kisses at Fifty
Social Security Man
Family Life
The Rank and File
Personnel Officer
Kes
Youth Employment Officer