Michael Gothard

Michael Gothard

Deceased · Born: Jun 24, 1939 · Died: Dec 2, 1992

Personal Details

BornJun 24, 1939 Hendon, Middlesex, England, UK

Biography

Noted British actor, best remembered for his iconic roles in several notable television series and films, including the esteemed television series "Arthur of the Britons" (1972),the critically acclaimed film "The Devils" (1971) directed by the renowned Ken Russell, and his chilling portrayal of the villain in the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only" (1981). His entry into the film industry was marked by his appearance in Don Levy's "Herostratus" (1967),a performance that garnered attention and set the stage for a career that would be marked by both notable successes and periods of unemployment.

Throughout his career, Michael struggled with the ebbs and flows of success, often finding himself between projects and facing spells of unemployment. Despite these challenges, he continued to hone his craft and deliver memorable performances that left a lasting impact on audiences.

In his personal life, Michael remained unmarried and resided in the affluent neighborhood of Hampstead, London. Sadly, he was also struggling with depression at the time of his passing in 1992, a tragic event that cut short a life that had shown such great promise and potential.

Career

1992
Frankenstein
Frankenstein as Boatswain
1988
Jack the Ripper
Jack the Ripper as George Lusk
1987
Destroying Angel
Destroying Angel as Ennio Volpe
1985
Lifeforce
Lifeforce as Dr. Bukovsky
1982
Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe as Athelstone
1981
For Your Eyes Only
For Your Eyes Only as Emile Leopold Locque
1971
The Devils
The Devils as Father Pierre Barre
1969
1968
1967