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Born | Patrick George Troughton 25 March 1920 |
Died | 28 March 1987 Columbus, Georgia, U.S. | (aged 67)
Resting place | Cremated; Ashes scattered at Bushy Park, Teddington, Greater London, England |
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Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1937–1987 |
Known for | Second incarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who |
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Partner | Ethel Nuens (c. 1955–1975) |
Children | 6, including David and Michael |
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Patrick George Troughton (/ˈtraʊtən/;[1] 25 March 1920 – 28 March 1987) was an English actor best known for his roles in television and film. He played the second incarnation of the Doctor in the long-running British science-fiction television series Doctor Who from 1966 to 1969; he reprised the role from 1972–1973, and in 1983 and 1985. His other work includes appearances in several fantasy, science fiction and horror productions including The Omen (1976) and The Box of Delights (1984).