Acting
Milton Johns
Milton Johns, born on May 13, 1938, is a distinguished English actor recognized for his distinctive thin appearance and adeptness at portraying obsequious characters. His training at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School laid the groundwork for a diverse and prolific career in television. Hailing from Bristol, Gloucestershire, Johns gained notable fame for his role as Brendan Scott in the beloved soap opera *Coronation Street* from 1991 to 1993, where his character met an untimely demise while cycling through the iconic cobbled streets.
Throughout his career, Johns has made significant contributions to numerous television series, including *Poldark*, *Born and Bred*, *Ever Decreasing Circles*, and *Yes Minister*. He also played memorable parts in *Dempsey and Makepeace*, *The Good Life*, and *Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em*. Additionally, he served as the landlord in *The Basil Brush Show* from 2002 to 2007 and portrayed the jobsworth Mr. Cassidy in the children's drama series *Murphy's Mob*.
Johns is also known for his appearances in the iconic sci-fi series *Doctor Who*, where he took on various roles such as Theodore Benik and Guy Crayford. His film credits include portraying an Imperial Officer in the 1980 blockbuster *The Empire Strikes Back* and playing Perker in the 1985 adaptation of *The Pickwick Papers*. In 1986, he appeared as Adolf Eichmann in the acclaimed miniseries *War and Remembrance*, further showcasing his versatile talent.
