Melvyn Bragg

Melvyn Bragg

86 · Born: Oct 6, 1939

Personal Details

BornOct 6, 1939 Wigton, Cumbria, England, UK
Spouse
  • Gabriel Clare-Hunt

    ( Sep 21, 2019 to Dec 5, 2025 )
  • Cate Haste

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Lisa Roche

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Melvyn Bragg, a renowned British media personality, entered this world on October 6, 1939, in the charming town of Wigton, situated in the picturesque county of Cumbria, England, United Kingdom. With a career spanning numerous decades, Bragg has established himself as a prominent figure in the world of podcasting and television production.

Throughout his illustrious career, Bragg has been associated with several notable projects, including the esteemed arts program "The South Bank Show," which premiered in 1978 and continued to entertain and educate audiences for many years. Additionally, he has also been involved in the production of the iconic musical "Jesus Christ Superstar," which originally debuted in 1973 and has since become a beloved classic.

Prior to his work on "The South Bank Show," Bragg was a key figure in the development of the groundbreaking television program "Monitor," which first aired in 1958 and was a pioneering force in the realm of British television.

Career

1973
1971
The Music Lovers
The Music Lovers as Screenplay
1969
Play Dirty
Play Dirty as Screenplay
1968
Isadora
Isadora as Screenplay
1965
Monitor
Monitor as Screenplay
Monitor
Monitor as Writer
1978