British actor Stephen Greif, who appeared in such series as the BBC’s Blake’s 7, Citizen Smith and EastEnders as well as Netflix’s The Crown, has died. His representatives announced the news in a Twitter post. No cause of death was revealed. He was 78.
Greif’s long career spanned theater, television and film. Born in Hertfordshire, he attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and went on to become a member of the National Theatre Company at the Old Vic and Southbank, the UK Press Association reported.
Starring on stage throughout the 1960s and early 1970s, Greif segued to television and landed the role of space commander Travis in sci-fi adventure series Blake’s 7. The show ran from 1978-1981 and also starred Gareth Thomas, Paul Darrow, Michael Keating and Sally Knyvette.
Greif’s credits also included such other series as Citizen Smith, Tales of the Unexpected, Doctors, Coronation Street,...
Greif’s long career spanned theater, television and film. Born in Hertfordshire, he attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and went on to become a member of the National Theatre Company at the Old Vic and Southbank, the UK Press Association reported.
Starring on stage throughout the 1960s and early 1970s, Greif segued to television and landed the role of space commander Travis in sci-fi adventure series Blake’s 7. The show ran from 1978-1981 and also starred Gareth Thomas, Paul Darrow, Michael Keating and Sally Knyvette.
Greif’s credits also included such other series as Citizen Smith, Tales of the Unexpected, Doctors, Coronation Street,...
- 12/27/2022
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s the sequel that came 16 years later!
Six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald welcomed her second daughter Sally James in October 2016, over a decade and a half after giving birth to her first daughter Zoe Madeline.
And the Beauty and the Beast star tells People in the latest issue that she’s taking on a different parenting style with her new little one.
“I’m calmer this time around, 16 years later,” says McDonald, 46. “Or maybe it’s that I’m just tired because I’m older, but I don’t sweat the small stuff as much.”
Want all the latest pregnancy and birth announcements,...
Six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald welcomed her second daughter Sally James in October 2016, over a decade and a half after giving birth to her first daughter Zoe Madeline.
And the Beauty and the Beast star tells People in the latest issue that she’s taking on a different parenting style with her new little one.
“I’m calmer this time around, 16 years later,” says McDonald, 46. “Or maybe it’s that I’m just tired because I’m older, but I don’t sweat the small stuff as much.”
Want all the latest pregnancy and birth announcements,...
- 3/24/2017
- by Ale Russian
- PEOPLE.com
Audra McDonald is counting her blessings.
The Beauty and the Beast star, 46, stopped by to talk to People about her work and family — including her and husband Will Swenson‘s new baby girl Sally James, 5 months.
“I’m so lucky. She was such a surprise, and I didn’t think this was where my life would be at this age,” the six-time Tony-winning actress and singer says of becoming a mother again later in life. (McDonald’s daughter from a previous marriage, Zoe Madeline, is 16.)
“But I’m thrilled to be there,” she continues. “This is obviously a soul that...
The Beauty and the Beast star, 46, stopped by to talk to People about her work and family — including her and husband Will Swenson‘s new baby girl Sally James, 5 months.
“I’m so lucky. She was such a surprise, and I didn’t think this was where my life would be at this age,” the six-time Tony-winning actress and singer says of becoming a mother again later in life. (McDonald’s daughter from a previous marriage, Zoe Madeline, is 16.)
“But I’m thrilled to be there,” she continues. “This is obviously a soul that...
- 3/21/2017
- by Jen Juneau
- PEOPLE.com
Exclusive: Pascal Borno’s company has reported a strong response from buyers in Toronto to the film starring Ashley Judd, Whoopi Goldberg and Patrick Wilson.
Adriana Trigiani makes her feature directorial debut based on her novel of the same name about a single woman in a small town whose quiet life is turned upside-down when she discovers a deep family secret.
Picturehouse will distribute Big Stone Gap in the Us on October 9.
Joseph Craig, Donna Gigliotti and James Spies produce and Los Angeles-based Altar Identity Studios is the financier.
Lano Williams of Karol Williams brokered the deal for Conquistador with Wme Global and Sally James of Stroock, Stroock and Lavan for the producers.
“Big Stone Gap represents another high quality film within our line-up,” said Borno. “The great acting and wonderful storytelling made a must have for us.”...
Adriana Trigiani makes her feature directorial debut based on her novel of the same name about a single woman in a small town whose quiet life is turned upside-down when she discovers a deep family secret.
Picturehouse will distribute Big Stone Gap in the Us on October 9.
Joseph Craig, Donna Gigliotti and James Spies produce and Los Angeles-based Altar Identity Studios is the financier.
Lano Williams of Karol Williams brokered the deal for Conquistador with Wme Global and Sally James of Stroock, Stroock and Lavan for the producers.
“Big Stone Gap represents another high quality film within our line-up,” said Borno. “The great acting and wonderful storytelling made a must have for us.”...
- 9/14/2015
- by jeremykay67@gmail.com (Jeremy Kay)
- ScreenDaily
Avon calling... again! After years of being tantalised by the prospect of a Blake's 7 remake - Sky1 looked set to reboot Terry Nation's creation, but later axed the project - fans of the cult classic were finally given reason to celebrate yesterday (April 8) when it was confirmed that Syfy had ordered 13 new hour-long episodes.
The new Blake's 7 - described as a "revolutionary reinvention" of the original - has a strong pedigree, with Heroes scribe Joe Pokaski and Casino Royale director Martin Campbell both on board.
With the crew set, my fan mind naturally turned to casting - who could hope to replace the iconic Gareth Thomas, Paul Darrow, Jacqueline Pearce and company?
Read on for the Week in Geek's picks for Who should pilot the Liberator this time round...
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The new Blake's 7 - described as a "revolutionary reinvention" of the original - has a strong pedigree, with Heroes scribe Joe Pokaski and Casino Royale director Martin Campbell both on board.
With the crew set, my fan mind naturally turned to casting - who could hope to replace the iconic Gareth Thomas, Paul Darrow, Jacqueline Pearce and company?
Read on for the Week in Geek's picks for Who should pilot the Liberator this time round...
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- 4/9/2013
- Digital Spy
The SFX Weekender is back! 2,500 sci-fi fans, four main events, exclusive screenings, tons of prizes, loads of live guests… one amazing weekend at Pontins Holiday Park Camber Sands 4th-5th February 2011.
Attend the SFX Awards 2011 , hosted by top sci-fi author Robert Rankin! Compete in the famous SFX Blastermind Quiz to become a champion of sci-fi knowledge! Dance the night away at the Maskerade Ball and experience the SFX imaginarium, the ultimate Sci-fi stage show!
There will be top celebrity guests attending including Sir Terry Pratchett, Keeley Hawes (Ashes To Ashes) Anthony Stewart Head (Buffy the Vampire Slayer/ Merlin) , Sylvia Anderson (The voice of Lady Penelope for Thunderbirds) , George Takei (Star Trek) , Sally Knyvette (Blakes 7) , Robert Rankin (author) and Craig Charles (Red Dwarf/Coronation st) who will be playing the tunes with one of his highly acclaimed classic DJ sets. Plus author panels, film premieres, exclusive footage, live Q&A sessions and star guest talks,...
Attend the SFX Awards 2011 , hosted by top sci-fi author Robert Rankin! Compete in the famous SFX Blastermind Quiz to become a champion of sci-fi knowledge! Dance the night away at the Maskerade Ball and experience the SFX imaginarium, the ultimate Sci-fi stage show!
There will be top celebrity guests attending including Sir Terry Pratchett, Keeley Hawes (Ashes To Ashes) Anthony Stewart Head (Buffy the Vampire Slayer/ Merlin) , Sylvia Anderson (The voice of Lady Penelope for Thunderbirds) , George Takei (Star Trek) , Sally Knyvette (Blakes 7) , Robert Rankin (author) and Craig Charles (Red Dwarf/Coronation st) who will be playing the tunes with one of his highly acclaimed classic DJ sets. Plus author panels, film premieres, exclusive footage, live Q&A sessions and star guest talks,...
- 1/20/2011
- by Phil
- Nerdly
SFX Magazine has announced the first details of it’s 2011 SFX Weekender, including the very first confirmed guest: Star Trek’s George Takei. From the official press release:
George Takei, Star Trek’s much-loved Mr Sulu is the first big name guest to be announced for next-year’s SFX Weekender – the UK’s greatest festival of sci-fi. With more than 40 films and 100s of TV roles to his name, including a regular role in Heroes, George will be one of the big name guests meeting the fans at Sussex’s Camber Sands on 4th and 5th February next year. Of his appearance at the SFX Weekender, George Takei said:
“I’m boldly going where I have never gone before – to the SFX Weekender! I greatly look forward to beaming over to Camber Sands in February 2011 to see old friends. and to meet new ones.”
The SFX Weekender 2011 promises fans of...
George Takei, Star Trek’s much-loved Mr Sulu is the first big name guest to be announced for next-year’s SFX Weekender – the UK’s greatest festival of sci-fi. With more than 40 films and 100s of TV roles to his name, including a regular role in Heroes, George will be one of the big name guests meeting the fans at Sussex’s Camber Sands on 4th and 5th February next year. Of his appearance at the SFX Weekender, George Takei said:
“I’m boldly going where I have never gone before – to the SFX Weekender! I greatly look forward to beaming over to Camber Sands in February 2011 to see old friends. and to meet new ones.”
The SFX Weekender 2011 promises fans of...
- 6/25/2010
- by Phil
- Nerdly
It’s still Thursday for another couple of hours where I am, so it’s time to remake an 80s classic TV show or movie with an all-new cast. This week: Blake’s 7, the 1978-1981 BBC science fiction show. A revival has been rumored for years, but as right now, there’s nothing definite in the pipeline. (Don’t miss the BBC’s cult-tv subsite devoted to the show.) The original cast included: Roj Blake: Gareth Thomas Kerr Avon: Paul Darrow Jenna Stannis: Sally Knyvette Vila Restal: Michael Keating Cally: Jan Chappell Olag Ga: David Jackson Del Tarrant: Steven Pacey Dayna Mellanby: Josette Simon Soolin: Glynis Barber Orac: Peter Tuddenham Servalan: Jacqueline Pearce Space Commander Travis: Brian Croucher/Stephen Greif My dream cast for an update: Roj Blake: Paul McGann Kerr Avon: Christopher Eccleston Jenna Stannis: Kate Winslet Vila Restal: John Simm Cally: Cate Blanchett Olag Gan: Philip Glenister...
- 12/12/2008
- by MaryAnn Johanson
- www.flickfilosopher.com
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