David Jason

Sir David Jason ( born February 2, 1940 in Edmonton, London ) is an English actor.

Life

Born as David John White, he took his stage name from his twin brother Jason White, who died at birth. On 1 December 2005, he was beaten for his achievements as an actor by the Queen knighted. On German television series Edgar Briggs ran - The Ace of defense in the 1980s. In addition, he starred as the lead in the last two Terry Pratchett adaptations Hogfather (as Albert ) and The Color of Magic ( as Rincewind ). Otherwise, he is known for his roles especially in the UK.

Filmography (selection)

Prizes and Awards (selection)

  • BAFTA TV Awards 1988: " Best Actor " for Porterhouse Blue
  • 1991: " Best Entertainment Performance" for Only Fools and Horses
  • 1997: " Best Comedy Performance" for Only Fools and Horses
  • 2003: BAFTA Academy Fellowship
  • British Comedy Awards 1990: "Best TV Comedy Actor " for A Bit of a Do
  • 1992: "Best TV Comedy Actor " for The Darling Buds of May
  • 1997: "Best TV Comedy Actor " for Only Fools and Horses
  • 2001: Prize for his life's work
  • National Television Awards 1997: " Most popular Comedy Actor " for Only Fools and Horses
  • 2001: " Favorite Actor " for A Touch of Frost
  • 2002: " Favorite Actor " for A Touch of Frost
  • 2002: " Most popular Comedy Actor " for Only Fools and Horses
  • 2003: " Favorite Actor " for A Touch of Frost and The Second Quest
  • 2011: " Outstanding actor performance " for A Touch of Frost
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