Clive Revill

Clive Selsby Revill (born April 18, 1930) is a New Zealand actor known for his performances in musical theatre and the London stage. He has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, often in character roles. Revill is a two-time Tony Award nominee, receiving nods for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for 'Irma La Douce' and Best Actor in a Musical for 'Oliver!'. He was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in Billy Wilder's 'Avanti!' (1972). Notably, Revill provided the voice for the Emperor in the original theatrical edition of 'The Empire Strikes Back' (1980). He was born in Wellington and attended Rongotai College before pursuing his acting career in London.