William Moore (actor)
English actor (1916–2000)
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William Aaron Moore (19 April 1916 – 24 April 2000) was an English character actor.[1] He was best known for his role as long-suffering Sydney Lumsden in the 1980s comedy series Sorry! (in which he became known for the catchphrase "Language, Timothy!").[2][3] He also appeared in numerous other television programmes, including Coronation Street as Cyril Turpin, Betty Turpin's husband from 1969–1970.[4] The character put in two more appearances in 1972, then died off-screen in 1974.[5] Moore was married to actress Mollie Sugden from 29 March 1958 until his death.[6] Their twin sons, Robin and Simon, were born in October 1963.[citation needed] Moore starred with Sugden in My Husband and I.[7][8]
19 April 1916
William Moore | |
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| Born | William Aaron Moore 19 April 1916 Birmingham, England |
| Died | 24 April 2000 (aged 84) London, England |
| Years active | 1950s–1999 |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
Television roles
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1966, 1969–1970, 1972 | Coronation Street | Mr Wigglesworth Cyril Turpin |
| 1981–1988 | Sorry! | Sydney Lumsden |
| 1987–1988 | My Husband and I | George Powers |
| 1986 | That's My Boy | Mr Jessop |
Selected filmography
- At the Stroke of Nine (1957)
- Black Jack (1979)
