Lance Percival
Lance Percival, known for his role as "The Bishop" in "The Vicar of Dibley", brought laughter with his accident-prone character and unique comedic style.
TV Actor
July 26, 1933
Leo
January 06, 2015
81
Sevenoaks, Kent, England
Lance Percival rose to fame in the 1960s for his satirical comedy on television shows like “That Was The Week That Was” and “Whodunnit.” He later gained acclaim as an after-dinner speaker.
Percival’s career spanned several decades, with notable performances in British television shows such as “The Army Game” and “The Navy Lark,” as well as films like “Carry On Cleo” and “The Pink Panther Strikes Again.” He won a BAFTA TV Award for his role in “The Army Game” and received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the British Comedy Awards.
Beyond acting, Percival was a talented musician and played multiple instruments. He also engaged in sports like cricket and tennis. Sadly, Lance Percival passed away in 2015 at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and entertainment.