Alan Bates
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Sir Alan Arthur Bates (17 February 1934 - 27 December 2003) was a British actor.[1] He was born in Allestree, Derbyshire.
Bates starred in many movies, including: Zorba the Greek, Georgy Girl, Far from the Madding Crowd, The Fixer, The Go-Between, Women in Love, An Unmarried Woman and The Rose. He also acted on stage and television.
Bates was a closeted bisexual.[2] He was married to actress Victoria Ward (1939-1992) from 1970 until her death. They had twin sons: Tristan (1971-1990) and actor Benedick Bates (born 1971). Bates died of pancreatic cancer in London.
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