Biography
Who is Tony Robinson?
Early life and education
Tony Robinson was born in Homerton, London. His parents, Phyllis and Leslie Robinson, both served in the military during their lives. His father worked as a civil servant and a council employee while his mother was an audio-typist. Tony attended Woodford Green Preparatory School and later Wanstead County High grammar school.
He eventually enrolled at the Central School of Speech and Drama in 1963. He graduated from this institution three years later in 1966. Before his television success, he gained early experience by performing in a production of the musical Oliver! When he was a teenager.
Acting career and Blackadder
Tony Robinson became well known in 1983 for his portrayal of Baldrick in the BBC historical sitcom Blackadder. The series depicted the character as a loyal dogsbody to the lead character, Edmund Blackadder. Over several series, the show evolved through different historical periods, and Tony became famous for the catchphrase, I have a cunning plan.
Beyond Blackadder, he appeared in numerous other television projects. In the 1970s, he performed in the children's programme Sam on Boffs' Island and served as a presenter on Play Away. He also appeared in the film Brannigan alongside John Wayne. Later in his career, he wrote and narrated children's programmes, including Tales From Fat Tulip's Garden and Blood and Honey.
History presenting and other work
In 1994, he began presenting the archaeology programme Time Team. This series ran for two decades and included many special episodes. His background in history presenting grew from this work. He also provided narration for the animated series Nellie the Elephant and presented the BBC show Stay Tooned, which featured classic cartoons.
Tony Robinson has also contributed voice-over work for various projects, including the television series Airline and the video game Discworld. On stage, he performed in a one-man show titled Tony Robinson's Cunning Night Out, which toured across Britain and Ireland. He has written 16 children's books and received a Knight Bachelor in 2013 for his public and political service.
Birthday and age
Tony Robinson was born on August 15, 1946, which makes Tony 80 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Tony shares the date with 56 other famous people.
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