Acting
Bernard Atha
EN cinema · 14 credits
Born
27 August 1928
Died
22 October 2022 (aged 94)
Birthplace
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK
Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.
Known for
Filmography
Liam
as Teacher (uncredited)
The Cold War Killers
as Hotel Porter
The Road to 1984
as Shop Manager
The Lady's Maid's Bell
as Pharmacist
The Spongers
as Councillor Conway
It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet
as 2nd P.C.
Leeds United!
as Radio Reporter
There Is a Happy Land
as Park Ranger
Kisses at Fifty
as Social Security Man
Steps Back
as Porter
The Rank and File
as Personnel Officer
Kes
as Youth Employment Officer