Sir Nigel Barnard Hawthorne (5 April 1929 – 26 December 2001) was an English actor. He is known for his stage acting and his portrayal of Sir Humphrey Appleby, the permanent secretary in the 1980s …

Widely regarded as one of the greatest stage and screen actors both in his native UK and internationally, the unparalleled Nigel Hawthorne was born in Coventry, England on 5 April 1929, …

Apr 1, 2026 · Nigel Hawthorne was a British actor, perhaps best known for his portrayal of the cunning, manipulative civil servant Sir Humphrey Appleby in the British television series Yes, Minister …

Dec 26, 2001 · Sir Nigel Barnard Hawthorne (April 5, 1929 – December 26, 2001) was an English actor, perhaps best remembered for his role as Sir Humphrey Appleby, the Permanent Secretary in …

Dec 26, 2001 · Sir Nigel Hawthorne, one of Britain's most respected actors, has died aged 72. His agent confirmed that he died at 0930 GMT on 26 December at his Hertfordshire home. He died from …

Nigel Hawthorne, born in Coventry, England, in 1929, was an acclaimed actor known for his significant contributions to film, television, and theater. He gained widespread recognition for his role in the …

Dec 26, 2001 · Sir Nigel Hawthorne, the much-loved actor, has died today, Dec. 26, of a heart attack. He was 72. Sir Nigel came to fame through television: his performance as Sir Humphrey Appleby, …