Beloved actor Patrick Godfrey has died at the age of 93 (Image: Almay)
Iconic actor Patrick Godfrey, who appeared on both the big and small screen with roles in the likes of Doctor Who, Les Miserables and Ever After: A Cinerella story, has died aged 93. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday.
Renowned actor Patrick Godfrey, celebrated for his roles in productions such as “Doctor Who,” “Les Misérables,” and “Ever After: A Cinderella Story,” has passed away at the age of 93. He died peacefully on Thursday, surrounded by his family at home.
In a heartfelt statement, his agency, Markham, Froggatt and Irwin, expressed their sorrow: “We are deeply saddened to announce that Patrick Godfrey passed away last night. He died peacefully at home, with his family by his side. Paddy was an extraordinarily gifted actor and an extraordinary person, and his absence will be profoundly felt.”
The cause of his death has not been disclosed.
Godfrey’s illustrious career spanned over seven decades, commencing at the age of 23 when he was awarded the Carleton Hobbs Bursary Award. This accolade led to a six-month tenure with the BBC’s Radio Drama Company.
He made his screen debut in 1959, appearing in an episode of the family comedy-drama series “Sunday’s Child.”
On the big screen. he had roles in hit movies A Room with a View (1985), Ever After: A Cinderella Story (1998), The Count of Monte Cristo (2002), The Importance of Being Earnest (2002), Oliver Twist (2005), The History Boys (2006), The Duchess (2008), Breathe (2017) and Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle (2018).
He also embraced stage work, starring on Broadway in The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby in 1981, and on the West End in As You Like It in 2016 and Witness for the Prosecution in 2021.
Alongside this, he provided voiceovers on the video games BioShock 2 (2010), Red Dead Redemption (2010) and Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018).
Patrick Godfrey, who has died aged 93, starred opposite Drew Barrymore in Ever After (Image: Almay)
His neighbour Bill Rosenfield posted a touching tribute to the star after the news broke. “Our wonderful next-door neighbour Patrick Godfrey passed away peacefully last night,” he wrote. “He was 93 years old. Our hearts go out to our friends: his wife, Amanda Walker and their children, Kate and Richard.
“With a theatrical career spanning nearly 70 years (!) Patrick is a prime example of what it means to be a ‘working actor’. Over those decades, you’ve seen him countless times … it is a rich rollercoaster of a career, one which any actor would be proud to call their own.
“Patrick was a wonderful man, a fine actor and a great friend. Rest in peace, dear man.”
Others also shared their memories. “My dear friend for nearly 60 years since we both worked at the RSC. Many fun times and much kindness from himself and his lovely wife, Amanda. R.I.P. Paddy, you will be much missed,” one wrote.
Another said: “I had the pleasure of touring with Patrick, who was an inspiration with this professionalism and humor … and what a career!
“Condolences to Amanda, the children and all whose lives he touched.”
Meanwhile, another simply commented: “What a legacy! May his memory always be a blessing.”