Michael John Elphick was an English actor. Elphick was known in the UK for his trademark croaky voice and his work on British television, in particular his roles as the eponymous private investigator in the ITV series Boon and later Harry Slater in BBC's EastEnders. Elphick struggled with a highly publicised addiction to alcohol; at the height of his problem he admitted to consuming two litres of spirits a day, which contributed towards his death from a heart attack in 2002.
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Michael Elphick was an English character actor recognized for his distinctive gravel voice and prominent presence in British television and film.
He is best known for starring in the ITV television series Boon and appearing in feature films such as The Elephant Man and Quadrophenia.
His notable film credits include Quadrophenia, The Elephant Man, Withnail & I, and Gorky Park. Explore Michael Elphick films on Mood.
