John Nettleton dies at age of 94. Check iconic series, shows

Renowned actor John Nettleton has passed away. He was 94, the actor's representatives have confirmed. Nettleton portrayed the character Sir Arnold Robinson in the political satire series as well as its sequel, Yes, Prime Minister, during the 1980s. The actor is survived by his wife Deirdre, three children, and five grandchildren.

A statement released by his agent, Scott Marshall Partners, and shared with the PA news agency expressed deep sadness over the loss of their beloved client, John Nettleton, a highly esteemed stage and screen actor.

John Nettleton was born on February 5, 1929, in London. Apart from his memorable role in Yes Minister, he also appeared as a Conservative Member of Parliament in the British sitcom The New Statesman. Nettleton's television credits include appearances in detective dramas such as Midsomer Murders and Foyle's War, as well as the long-running medical series Casualty. He showcased his talent in comedy dramas like Kingdom and Brass, and he starred in the 1987 television film East Of Ipswich, written by Sir Michael Palin.


Throughout his illustrious career, Nettleton delivered exceptional performances in renowned productions such as Upstairs, Downstairs, the 1981 series of Brideshead Revisited alongside Jeremy Irons and Anthony Andrews, and The Citadel. Additionally, he was known to the viewers of the popular children's show Blue Peter in the 1960s and 1970s, where he narrated various illustrated stories, often centered around historical figures like Florence Nightingale.

Nettleton's versatility extended to the realm of theater, where he participated in numerous productions for esteemed companies such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Old Vic. His theatrical work included notable performances in Harley Granville-Barker's The Voysey Inheritance and an adaptation of The Wind In The Willows at the National Theatre.

In more recent years, Nettleton graced the screen in the 2005 adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist, sharing the screen with esteemed actors like Mark Strong and Ben Kingsley. Furthermore, he portrayed Professor Coulter in the 2007 film Fishtales, which featured Kelly Brook and Billy Zane in the lead roles.

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Q1. What was the age of John Nettleton?
A1. John Nettleton was 94-year-old. Nettleton was born on February 5, 1929, in London.

Q2. What was the role that John Nettleton played in Yes, Prime Minister?
A2. John Nettleton portrayed the character Sir Arnold Robinson in the political satire series as well as its sequel, Yes, Prime Minister, during the 1980s.