Vale Bill Gavin, veteran film executive, 08 February 2019 Romeo and Juliet could become Juan and Carmen. He was an actor, known for Robin Hood (1973), Nixon (1995) and Coronet Blue (1967). Brian Bedford was born on February 16, 1935 in Morley, Yorkshire, England. In Evan Connell's two books, Mrs. Bridge, and the follow-up Mr. Bridge, the well-to-do family's black housekeeper is named Hazel. It's easy! (age 80) Brian Bedford (born 16 February 1935) is an English actor. Description above from the Wikipedia article Brian Bedford, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia. In the TV series, his name was changed to David. Greg Stone 2 Episodes (1967), The Pad...And How To Use It per page 1. Why? what about bruce wayne or bruce lee? As a youngster Bedford's favorite actor was Gene Autry. Eddie Barrett Brian Bedford full list of movies and tv shows in theaters, in production and upcoming films. But the "CBS thinks Bruce is gay" reason is the most frequently cited. Make your movie list and get Blu-rays and DVDs conveniently delivered to you with free shipping both ways. You get to do really interesting, out of the ordinary things making movies. the first cartoon animal you ever looked at and thought “I would definitely hit that”)—has passed away at the age of 80. Detailed | List | Gallery. When the movie came out, the name was changed to Sam Gerard. Later he became a fan of Margaret Lockwood, James Mason, and Jean Kent. bruce becoming david on the hulk is an irrelevant matter. [August 2006]. Perhaps the film's director, Sir Richard Attenborough, had Brian Bedford  -- his co-star in the 1960 drama "The Angry Silence" -- in mind. There are other reasons given, depending on the source, such as the producer not wanting an alliterative name (Bruce Banner) since he felt they sounded too "comic book-y", while another source says that the producer wanted to honor his own son by giving Banner the same name, David. Starring in "London Assurance" at the 2006 Stratford Festival (which he also directed) in Stratford, Ontario (Canada). Get the latest on Brian Bedford on Fandango. Brian Bedford Voice of Disneyâs Robin Hood Dies of Cancer... Brian Bedford Voice of Disney's 'Robin Hood' Dies at 80 The British-born Canadian stage and screen star received seven Tony nominations during his long career. In The Fugitive tv series, the relentless detective after Dr. Kimble was named Philip Gerard. 1 Episode (2002), Triple Sensation Thought of this while watching(yet again) the movie THE ODD COUPLE last night....wondered why certain name changes occured concerning certain characters in familiar stories or such.... 1. Brian Bedford was born in Morley, West Yorkshire in 1935. And too, come to think of it, in the former case, the name "Gailey" probably bothered some production suit, and the change was insisted on. 2. Sign up for a new account in our community. Favorite oft-adapted male literary character from the 19th century, Peggy Pope, the Comedic Secretary in ‘9 to 5’, Dies at 91, Albert Finney, Five-Time Oscar Nominee and Erin Brockovich Star, Dies at 82. But in the first movie adaptation, 1986's Manhunter, the character's last name was changed to "Lecktor". He died on January 13, 2016 in Santa Barbara, California, USA. Robin Hood 1973, 83 min. 2. I think back then there was this notion on the part of schtootz network execs that comic book fare would not translate well to weekly series television in it's straight form and had to be 'developed' for television by schtootzes like kenneth johnson. He died on January 13, 2016 in Santa Barbara, California, USA. 1960, Miracle In Soho an excellent casting choice but the series was still watered down TV BS and that schtootz stan lee let cbs and johnson do it. The Best Movies Starring Brian Bedford Rank This Chart. | | That prompted a caller to call in and joke that he had a gay Australian friend named Bruce, but he kept going back to Sydney. Brian Bedford obituary in “New York Times”. Attenborough was Santa, wasn't he? By JAKEEM:  HOW can ANY name be 'old fashioned", especially in the realm of remaking a "classic" story. Close to 20 years ago, I heard an interview with some author who had written a book about the meaning and use of names, who pointed out that in books and movies, Bruce had come to mean either stereotypically gay, or stereotypically Australian. 1 Episode (1984), The Equalizer E.g. He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, England. when the actors come from a different ethic group. Albert Finney, Five-Time Oscar Nominee and Erin Brockovich Star, Dies at 82. Brian Bedford was born on February 16, 1935 in Morley, Yorkshire, England. He was married to Tim MacDonald. Brian Bedford, Actor: Robin Hood. and I can say that...by 1975 my comic book collection numbered in the hundreds. ...You're deliberately baiting these questions, aren't you? You site familiar stories:     maybe to YOU,  but not to a new generation of movie goers. Looking for something to watch? Download the TV Guide app for iPhone, iPad and Android! Because "Romeo and Juliet" are 'old fashioned"? This will sound ludicrous, or at least it did to me, but it's true. 1935 © 2020 Turner Classic Movies Inc. A Time Warner Company. |  I wonder if the fact that Brian was gay had anything to do with an inside joke or double entendre thing? His brother, Vincent Bedford, is a bureaucrat back in England, UK. Wolfgang Reitherman • Starring: Peter Ustinov, Roger Miller, Brian Bedford. IF.com.au He was an actor, known for Robin Hood (1973), Nixon (1995) and Coronet Blue (1967). Check out the movies and shows we're excited about this month, including "Star Trek: Discovery" and After We Collided. Other Works Maybe sometimes it's because certain names sound stereotypical and connote the wrong image for the character, so things have to be updated. 1 Episode (2009), Challenge of Champions I don't think Connell minded. Born on exactly the same date as Sonny Bono. doan forget on M*A*S*H. at the show's beginning colonel blake's wife is named mildred but soon it became lorraine. You'd have to ask screenwriter-director Michael Mann. I never felt that way. 1995, Scarlett From Saint Maud to The Wicker Man we've rounded up some of our favorite British horror movies that are guaranteed to keep you looking over your shoulder for weeks to come. Brian Bedford was born on February 16, 1935 in Morley, Yorkshire, England. Bedford was a classical Tony award winning actor, who performed on stages in the UK, the US and Canada. What to know about the books that inspired, Victoria Pedretti says Dani's fate isn't as bleak as you might think. His film roles include The Grand Prix, 1966, and Nixon, 1995. Brian Bedford was born on February 16, 1935 in Morley, Yorkshire, England. Again, WHY? Santa Barbara, California, USA, 02 June 2020 I saw him in the lead role of the play, " Whose Life Is It Anyway?" Robin Hood Sherlock Holmes I had seen the film first, so when I read the books it seemed funny that she was originally called Hazel. He died on January 13, 2016 in Santa Barbara, California, USA. Contact Info View agent, publicist, legal on IMDbPro Filmography. Edward Norton and Mark Ruffalo were properly named, however, as Marvel is loyal to its sources. As for 'be OK';  say what???? LAWRENCE:  I had heard the "Bruce sounds gay" reason for the name change for THE HULK before too, and just thought it urban legend. Appearing as Lady Bracknell in Roundabout Theatre's production of "The Importance of Being Earnest" in NYC. Brian Bedford was born in Morley, West Yorkshire in 1935. This will sound ludicrous, or at least it did to me, but it's true. Very interesting. Yet, when the play and movie was adapted to a TV show, the woman's name became GLORIA. Because "Romeo and Juliet" are 'old fashioned"? | He was married to Tim MacDonald. Description above from the Wikipedia article Brian Bedford, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia. However, for the 1994 remake HIS name is changed to BRYAN BEDFORD. In the tv series, his name was Kowalski. Brian Bedford movies and TV shows. Robin Hood. Choose an adventure below and discover your next favorite movie or TV show. I saw him in the lead role of the play, " Whose Life Is It Anyway?". But the writers made a lot of changes on that show...the Ricardos had a different phone number every season! 2 Episodes (1994), Bob LES MAYFIELD was the remake's director. Join for a free month. Has many relatives in Chicago on his mother (O'donnell)'s side. Brian Bedford (born 16 February 1935) is an English actor. Tony Award-winning classical actor Brian Bedford, whose stage work included roles by Shakespeare and Chekhov, a long relationship with the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, and a memorable cross-dres…, R.i.p Mr . You've gotta admit that the name Fred Gailey is old-fashioned (so is Doris Walker, but one name at a time). Perhaps the film's director, Sir Richard Attenborough, had Brian Bedford -- his co-star in the 1960 drama "The Angry Silence" -- in mind. Johnny He was an actor, known for Nixon (1995), Robin Hood (1973) and Coronet Blue (1967). This is only a TV show, but when Doris Singleton was first introduced as one of Lucille Ball's friends on I Love Lucy, her name was Lillian Appleby. I did buy some issues of luke cage, hero for hire. To always display TV and movie credits separately, edit your site preferences. 1. big deal. Jimmy Gale Though readers in 1959 wouldn't have thought it was funny at all. Brian Bedford was an English actor who provided the voice of Robin Hood in the Disney animated feature film of the same name. 1973, Coronet Blue Directed by Brian Bedford, David Stern. Brian Bedford was a fantastic actor. He died on January 13, 2016 in Santa Barbara, California, USA. Anthony Sir Alan Arthur Bates, CBE (17 February 1934 – 27 December 2003) was an English actor who came to prominence in the 1960s, when he appeared in films ranging from the popular children's story Whistle Down the Wind to the "kitchen sink" drama A Kind of … The Lunatic, the Lover & the Poet (2002) by Brian Bedford — adapted Shakespeare texts; Present Laughter (2003) by Noël Coward — Garry Essendine; Love's Labour's Lost (2003) by William Shakespeare — Don Armado; London Assurance (2006) by Dion Boucicault — Sir Harcourt Courtly; Twelfth Night (2006) by William Shakespeare — Malvolio Scott Stoddard A name is old fashion for a new generation because few of those under, say,  40,  seeing the film grew up with others with that name and instead it is a name they associate with their grandparents. He died on January 13, 2016 in Santa Barbara, California, USA. And besides----.