Lionel Blair

Lionel Blair found incredible success as an accomplished actor, appearing in a variety of films throughout his Hollywood career. Blair started his acting career landing roles in such films as "King's Rhapsody" (1955) with Errol Flynn, "The World of Suzie Wong" (1960) with William Holden and the musical comedy "A Hard Day's Night" (1964) with John Lennon. He continued to work steadily in film throughout the sixties and the seventies, appearing in the drama "The Beauty Jungle" (1966) with Ian Hendry and the Cyd Charisse spy picture "Maroc 7" (1967). During the latter part of his career, he continued to act in the musical "Absolute Beginners" (1986) with Eddie O'Connell and the romantic comedy "Run for Your Wife" (2013) with Danny Dyer. Additionally, he appeared on the television special "Extras: The Extra Special Series Finale" (HBO, 2007-08). Most recently, Blair appeared in "Keith Lemon's Back to the Future Tribute" (ITV 2, 2015-). Lionel Blair died on November 4, 2021 at the age of 89.