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Sir Nigel Barnard Hawthorne (April 5, 1929 – December 26, 2001) was an English actor, perhaps best remembered for his role as Sir Humphrey Appleby, the Permanent Secretary in the 1980s sitcom Yes Minister and the Cabinet Secretary in its sequel, Yes, Prime Minister. For this role he would win four Bafta Awards during the 1980s in the 'Best Light Entertainment Performance' Category. In the 1990s He would win two more Bafta Awards, one as Best TV Actor for 'The Fragile Heart' and one as Best Film Actor for 'The Madness of King George'. His role in the latter also garnered him his sole Oscar Nomination.
Nigel Hawthorne was a highly regarded British stage and screen actor best known for his portrayal of Sir Humphrey Appleby in the television series Yes Minister.
He is noted for his Oscar-nominated performance in The Madness of King George and his extensive voice acting in films such as Tarzan and The Plague Dogs.
He maintained a distinguished career in theatre throughout his life, including winning a Tony Award for his performance in the play Shadowlands.