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Jon Pertwee

Born

July 7, 1919 (Age: 76)

Place of Birth

Chelsea, London, England, UK

Died

May 20, 1996

Known For

Acting

Also Known As

John Devon Roland Pertwee

Biography

John Devon Roland "Jon" Pertwee was an English actor, comedian, entertainer and cabaret performer. Born into a theatrical family, he served in the Royal Navy and the Naval Intelligence Division during the Second World War. In his early career he worked as a stage comedian, which included performing at the Glasgow Empire Theatre and sharing a bill with Max Wall and Jimmy James.