Benjamin Whitrow

Benjamin John Whitrow (17 February 1937 – 28 September 2017) was an English actor known for his roles in film and television. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Mr Bennet in the 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, which earned him a nomination for the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor. Whitrow also voiced the character of Fowler in the animated film Chicken Run (2000). His film credits include Quadrophenia (1979), Personal Services (1987), and Bomber (2009). Additionally, Whitrow had a successful stage career, joining the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1981. He served in the King's Dragoon Guards during his national service and trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.