Laurence Naismith Biography

Fast Facts

• Before pursuing an acting career, he served as a Merchant Marine seaman
• Made his debut on the London stage in 1927, performing in the chorus for the musical "Oh, Boy․"
• Performed with the Bristol Repertory for three years until the outbreak of World War II
• Retired from acting and moved to Australia, where he opened the pub Rowbarge
• Served with the Royal Artillery for nine years, gaining the rank of Acting Battery Commander
• Was qualified to train others in the art of Judo
• Has earned two Black Belts in Karate and Judo