After a long and very active career, Michael Gough has passed away.
This crowd probably knows him best as Alfred Pennyworth from the Tim Burton era Batman films. Don’t hold that against him, he was probably the single best part of the films, bringing dignity and a little humor to the role.
Gough would go on to star in other Burton productions, including Sleepy Hollow, Corpse Bride, and last year’s Alice in Wonderland.
In 1979 he won a Tony Award for Best Actor (Feature Role – Play) for “Bedroom Farce.” He was nominated again for the same category in 1988 for his role in “Breaking the Code.”
He was also on Doctor Who! :)
Celestial Toymaker– good recall!
His lengthy career saw him play a variety of roles, including parts in a number of SF and fantasy films/shows.
In my experience, most people don’t hold the Tim Burton ones against anyone. The Joel Schumacher Batman movies were the issue. That said, no, I don’t hold those against him… rest in peace.