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Biography: Robert Powell [Top] Robert Powell, is a highly successful British actor with many film & television roles to his credit. Born in Salford, Lancashire & educated at a local university, Powell took up acting while an undergraduate, but had to wait a few years for his first major success, in the BBC s sci-fi series, Doomwatch in 1970. Having been at his request killed off in the last episode of the original series, Powell became a pin-up & a household name, following up with starring roles in several BBC serials, including Sentimental Education & Jude the Obscure. For several years, Powell continued as a television regular, with occasional forays into film, notably as Mahler in 1974. Then came another major break. Having been selected for the title role in the blockbusting mini-series, Jesus of Nazareth, in 1975, Powell overcame criticism of his lifestyle by marrying his long-standing girlfriend, the Pans People dancer Babs Lord. Theirs is one of the most enduring showbusiness marriages in the UK.
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