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Known for
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
06 November
Location
England, United Kingdom
Edit pageNigel Havers
Biography
Nigel Havers is an English actor and presenter best known for his work in film, television, and theater, particularly in romantic comedies and period dramas. He was born on November 6, 1951, in London, England, into a family with strong ties to the legal profession; his father, Michael Havers, later served as Lord Chancellor. Despite this background, Havers pursued a career in acting and trained at the Arts Educational Schools in London.
Havers gained widespread recognition in the early 1980s with his leading role in Chariots of Fire (1981), an Academy Award–winning film in which he portrayed athlete Andrew Lindsay. He went on to star in a range of popular films, including A Passage to India (1984), The Whistle Blower, and Empire of the Sun (1987). His polished screen presence and natural charm made him a familiar figure in British cinema during the decade.
In addition to film, Nigel Havers has enjoyed a long and successful television career, appearing in series such as The Charmer, Downton Abbey, and Coronation Street. He has also remained active in theater and broadcasting, including work as a radio presenter. With a career spanning several decades, Havers is recognized for his versatility, professionalism, and enduring appeal in British entertainment.
