Gerald Harper – Thriller, Born: 1931

Playing the dashing Adam Adamant in the 1967 BBC series “Adam Adamant Lives!,” Gerald Harper swiftly cemented his reputation as an embodiment of refined elegance in a series of hit stage and film roles. Interestingly, his journey into the theatrical world began with captivating performances in Bernard Shaw’s plays, gracing the stages of the London Arts Theatre and Liverpool Playhouse before lighting up the scene in “Charley’s Aunt.”

He found further acclaim as James Hadleigh in “Gazette,” a role so beloved it spawned the successful spin-off, “Hadleigh.” Nowadays, as a sprightly nonagenarian, Gerald is enjoying his golden years leading a quiet life.