Roger Rees
Roger Rees (May 5, 1944 – July 10, 2015) was a Welsh-American actor and director. Born in Aberystwyth, Wales, he grew up in south London where his father worked as a police officer. He attended Camberwell College of Arts and the Slade School of Fine Art, initially training as a painter before transitioning to theater work. He painted scenery at the Wimbledon Theater in south London before becoming an actor there in 1965. Rees became widely recognized for his stage work, particularly his starring role in the Royal Shakespeare Company's adaptation of Charles Dickens' "Nicholas Nickleby," which brought him both an Olivier Award and a Tony Award. He also received Obie Awards for his role in The End of the Day and as co-director of Peter and the Starcatcher. On television, he joined the hit TV comedy "Cheers" for the 1989-90 season as Kirstie Alley's suitor, the single-minded international financier and corporate raider Robin Colcord, and appeared in various other productions including the sci-fi series "M.A.N.T.I.S." He became an American citizen in 1989 and was married to theatre collaborator Rick Elice since 2011. Roger was subsequently diagnosed with cancer and while performing on Broadway in the musical "The Visit" starring Chita Rivera, he was forced to quit the show in late May 2015. The 71-year-old actor died on July 10, 2015, leaving behind a distinguished legacy.
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Who is Roger Rees?+
He was a Welsh-American actor and director who built a career across theater, television, and film, earning significant acclaim for his work on both the British and American stage.
What is Roger Rees known for?+
He is widely recognized for his portrayal of the title character in the Royal Shakespeare Company's Nicholas Nickleby, and for television roles such as Robin Colcord on Cheers and Lord John Marbury on The West Wing.
What kind of work did Roger Rees do?+
He was a versatile character actor who balanced high-profile Shakespearean theater with a wide range of film and television performances.
Which company is Roger Rees associated with?+
He is primarily associated with the Royal Shakespeare Company, where he established his reputation as a formidable stage talent.
