Bill Treacher

Bill Treacher (born 4 June 1930, died 5 November 2022) was an English actor. He was known for portraying the role of Arthur Fowler in the BBC soap opera EastEnders from 1985 to 1996, and was the first person to be cast for the show.

Treacher grew up in the East End of London. After his national service in the Royal Air Force, he worked as a steward with P&O, where he saved enough money to attend drama school.

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Bill Treacher is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes George and the Dragon (2004), The Musketeer (2001), EastEnders (1985), Casualty (1986), New Scotland Yard (1972), Crown Court (1972), Grange Hill (1978), Minder (1979). The recorded credits span 1959 to 2009, including 3 movies and 23 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.