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Basil Dignam
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Actor Born: 1905 in Birmingham, England Death: January 31, 1979 in England Biography:The brother of British leading man Mark Dignam, Basil Dignam spent most of his time before the cameras in small but pivotal roles. From 1952's "Murder in the Cathedral" onward, Dignam, a former lumberjack, popped up frequently as barristers, politicians and military officers. His aura of brusque professionalism made Dignam a valuable foil in British comedies of the 1950s and 1960s, notably several of the "Carry On" series. Habitues of the Shock Theatre TV programs of the early 1960s may recall Dignam as "The Admiral" in 1960's "Gorgo", while Shakespeare scholars will remember the actor for his portrayal of Polonius in the 1969 Nicol Williamson version of "Hamlet". Basil Dignam was the husband of actress Mona Washbourne. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
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