Harry Fielder, a prolific and ubiquitous British actor, was born on April 26, 1940, in Islington, London, England. Prior to his acting career, Fielder worked as a GPO messenger boy, made Christmas crackers, and dyed feathers, demonstrating his versatility and willingness to take on various tasks.
From 1958 to 1966, Fielder worked at Anderson's Timber Yard in Islington, where he also found time to pursue his passion for music. He was the lead singer and guitarist for several rock bands that performed in various bars and pubs, showcasing his talent and charisma on stage.
In 1963, Fielder met his wife Mary at a gig in South London, and the couple married the same year. They had three children together and have been inseparable ever since.
Fielder's early career in acting began with extra work on a couple of TV shows in 1966. However, it was William Roache who advised him to join the Film Artists Association/Central Casting, leading to Fielder acquiring his probationary Equity card after being featured in a TV commercial.
The 1960s marked the beginning of Fielder's successful career in both film and television, which continued well into the late 1990s. He had the privilege of working with some of the most renowned directors in the industry, including Alfred Hitchcock, Steven Spielberg, Ken Russell, Stanley Kubrick, George Lucas, David Lynch, Terence Fisher, Ken Hughes, Warren Beatty, John Landis, Mel Brooks, Guy Hamilton, Carol Reed, and Roy Ward Baker.
After his acting career came to an end in the late 1990s, Fielder went on to work at a garden centre in Hemel Hempstead before eventually deciding to retire and collect a pension. He lived in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, surrounded by fond memories of his illustrious career.
