Nigel Hawthorne

Sir Nigel Barnard Hawthorne (April 5, 1929 – December 26, 2001) was an English actor, perhaps best remembered for his role as Sir Humphrey Appleby, the Permanent Secretary in the 1980s sitcom Yes Minister and the Cabinet Secretary in its sequel, Yes, Prime Minister. For this role he would win four Bafta Awards during the 1980s in the 'Best Light Entertainment Performance' Category. In the 1990s He would win two more Bafta Awards, one as Best TV Actor for 'The Fragile Heart' and one as Best Film Actor for 'The Madness of King George'.

His role in the latter also garnered him his sole Oscar Nomination.

Nigel Hawthorne is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 12 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Tarzan (1999), Twelfth Night (1996), Richard III (1995), The Madness of King George (1994), Demolition Man (1993), Freddie As F.R.O.7. (1992), Yes, Prime Minister (1986), The Black Cauldron (1985). The recorded credits span 1970 to 1999, including 9 movies and 3 TV shows.

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