It is with great sadness that we write about the death of actor and society friend Michael Jayston aged 88
Michael played Raquel’s father James Turner in the 1996 special ‘Time in our hands’ and was an attendee at many conventions and events for the numerous TV shows he appeared in
We send our love and warmest wishes to his family and those who knew him best and will always remember him as a lovely warm person and for his input into the Only Fools & Horses legacy.
Michael Jayston had a prolific career spanning theatre, film, and television, with credits dating back to the 1960s. Here’s a glimpse into his diverse filmography beyond the shows you mentioned:
Films:
Historical Dramas: He portrayed historical figures like Tsar Nicholas II in “Nicholas and Alexandra” (1971), Henry Ireton in “Cromwell” (1970), and Captain Hardy in “Bequest to the Nation” (1973).
Thrillers & Mysteries: He appeared in films like “Craze” (1974), “The Internecine Project” (1974), and “Element of Doubt” (1996).
Fantasy & Adventure: He ventured into fantasy with “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” (1972) as Charles Dodgson and action in “Highlander III: The Final Dimension” (1994).
Television:
British Classics: He graced iconic series like “The Darling Buds of May”, “Tales of the Unexpected”, “Midsomer Murders”, and “Emmerdale”.
Doctor Who: Notably, he became the only actor to portray both James Bond (in a radio adaptation) and a version of the Doctor (“The Valeyard” in 1986).
Other notable appearances: “Heartbeat”, “Foyle’s War”, “The Bill”, “Coronation Street”, “Only Fools and Horses”.
Theatre:
He actively participated in theatre throughout his career, performing in renowned plays like “Hamlet”, “King Lear”, and “The Homecoming”.
Very sad news indeed. RIP Michael you will be greatly missed