Stephen Yardley

Stephen Yardley

83 · Born: Mar 24, 1942

1985

Personal Details

BornMar 24, 1942 Ferrensby, North Yorkshire, England, UK
Spouse
  • Elizabeth

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Jan Harvey

    ( Dec 9, 2025 to Dec 9, 2025 )

Biography

Stephen Yardley, a talented thespian, entered this world on March 24, 1942, in the picturesque village of Ferrensby, nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom.

With a career spanning numerous iconic productions, Yardley has made a lasting impression on the small and big screens alike. He is perhaps most notably recognized for his roles in the long-running British soap opera Coronation Street, the 1980 television adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities, and the classic science fiction series Doctor Who.

In his personal life, Yardley has been blessed with a loving partnership with the talented actress Jan Harvey. Prior to their union, he was previously married to Elizabeth, with whom he shared a special bond.

Throughout his life and career, Stephen Yardley has demonstrated his versatility as a performer, captivating audiences with his impressive range and depth as an actor. His dedication to his craft has earned him a place in the hearts of many, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of performers.

Career

1998
RPM
RPM as Chiarkos
1992
Virtual Murder
Virtual Murder as Inspector Cadogan
Howards' Way
Howards' Way as Ken Masters
Widows
Widows as Vic Morgan
1983
Slayground
Slayground as Turner
1982
Funny Money
Funny Money as Ridley
1980
The Gentle Touch
The Gentle Touch as Jed Blanden
1978
Secret Army
Secret Army as Max Brocard
1977
The XYY Man
The XYY Man as Willy 'Spider' Scott
1975
Thriller
Thriller as Tosher
1974
Armchair Cinema
Armchair Cinema as Det. Insp. Laker
1970
1967
Z Cars
Z Cars as PC Alec May