Richard Vernon

Birth Name:

Richard Evelyn Vernon

Birth Place:

Reading, England, United Kingdom

Profession

Actor, Soundtrack

Served in the Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve during World War II
In his many films and TV programs, often appeared in aristocratic or supercilious roles
Made his acting debut on the London stage in the play "Stratton․"
Perhaps best known for his TV roles in "Upstairs, Downstairs," "The Duchess of Duke Street" and "The Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy" and his film role as Smithers in "Goldfinger․"

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