Person

Bernard Atha

Acting

Known for: Acting
Born: Aug 27, 1928
Died: Oct 22, 2022
From: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, UK

Bernard Atha CBE was an actor known for his many appearances in Ken Loach films and various notable Play for Today productions. He also served as a Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward in Leeds for 57 years (1957-2014) and was once the Lord Mayor of the city. He trained in ballet and law before taking up his career in acting and politics. He died aged 94 on 22nd October 2022.