“I headed out to have a breather at the stage door, dressed in my tramp costume. I had my bowler hat between my feet and there were passers-by, and one of them turned back and said, 'Do you need help, brother?' And $1 fell into my hat!”

British actor and activist of the late 20th and 21st centuries, best known for his iconic portrayal of iconic literary and theatrical figures. His work spans Shakespearean roles, film adaptations, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and environmental causes.