Keith's early life was marked by a profound fear of a particularly sadistic school teacher, which ultimately led him to seek solace in the world of acting. In a bold attempt to escape the confines of his academic environment, he joined an amateur drama group, thereby diverting his attention away from the drudgery of schoolwork.
If circumstances had unfolded differently, Keith may have found himself following in the footsteps of his family's wholesale business, but fate had other plans. Instead, he chose to pursue a career in the performing arts, which would ultimately prove to be a most fortuitous decision.
During his time at the Sheffield Playhouse, Keith had the pleasure of meeting Mary, a talented scene painter who would later become his wife. Together, they started a family and had a son, and at one point, they even ventured into the culinary world by owning a restaurant.
