Tim Pigott-Smith

Tim Pigott-Smith CBE was a distinguished British actor best known for his BAFTA-winning performance as Ronald Merrick in The Jewel in the Crown. He trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and had an extensive career at the RSC and the National Theatre. His final major role was King Charles III in Mike Bartlett's play, which he performed in the West End and on Broadway. As an audiobook narrator, Pigott-Smith brought a voice of rare authority and intelligence, with the precision of a classical actor. He passed away in 2017. He was appointed CBE for services to drama.