Russell Hunter

Russell Hunter

Deceased · Born: Feb 18, 1925 · Died: Feb 26, 2004

Personal Details

BornFeb 18, 1925 Glasgow, Strathclyde, Scotland, UK
Spouse
  • Una McLean

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Feb 26, 2004 )
  • Caroline Blakiston

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 5, 2025 )
  • Marjorie Thomson

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 5, 2025 )

Biography

Born on a particularly noteworthy day, February 18, 1925, in the vibrant city of Glasgow, situated within the Scottish region of Strathclyde, in the United Kingdom, was Russell Hunter, a talented actor whose illustrious career spanned multiple decades.

He is perhaps most famously recognized for his work on the television series "Callan", which premiered in 1967 and was revived in 1974, as well as the 1981 film "The Gaffer".

Throughout his life, Russell Hunter was fortunate enough to share his love and companionship with three remarkable women: Una McLean, Caroline Blakiston, and Marjorie Thomson, to whom he was married.

Sadly, Russell Hunter's life came to a close on February 26, 2004, in the beautiful city of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a profound impact on the world of entertainment.

Career

2003
1997
Deacon Brodie
Deacon Brodie as Procurator Fiscal
1994
The Negotiator
The Negotiator as Sam McBride
1986
The Christmas Star
The Christmas Star as Old McNickle
1983
The Gaffer
The Gaffer as Harry
1981
Wet Job
Wet Job as Lonely
1974
Thriller
Thriller as Old Fred
Callan
Callan as Lonely
1972
Callan
Callan as Lonely
1971
Up Pompeii
Up Pompeii as Jailer
1970
Mystery and Imagination
Mystery and Imagination as Crumbles / Dr. Fogg / Dr. Makepeace
1967
1962
1952
Angels One Five
Angels One Five as Pimpernel Pilot
The Brave Don't Cry
The Brave Don't Cry as Police Sergeant
1950
Lilli Marlene
Lilli Marlene as Scottie
The Gorbals Story
The Gorbals Story as Johnnie Martin