Donald Ellis Pickering (15 November 1933 – 19 December 2009) was an English actor, appearing in many stage, television, film and radio roles.

Early life and education

Pickering was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, son of John Joseph Pickering (died 1978) and Edith (died 1983), née Ellis. He was educated privately and at the

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Theatre School in London established by Michel Saint-Denis.

Career

Pickering's television appearances include three roles in ''

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'' ('' The Keys of Marinus'', 1964; ''

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'', 1967; ''

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'', 1987). In the 26-part BBC series '' The Pallisers'', he played Dolly Longstaffe. He also played roles in ''

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'', Dr. Watson in the series '' Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson'' (1979–1980), '' Yes, Prime Minister'', '' The Brittas Empire'', '' Executive Stress'' and '' The Professionals''.

Filmography

Television

References

External links

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Obituary in ''The Independent''
1933 births 2009 deaths English male stage actors English male film actors English male television actors Male actors from Newcastle upon Tyne {{UK-tv-actor-1930s-stub