Ian Richardson

Ian William Richardson CBE (7 April 1934 – 9 February 2007) was a Scottish actor best known for his portrayal of the Machiavellian Tory politician Francis Urquhart in the BBC's House of Cards trilogy. He was also a leading Shakespearean stage actor. Richardson was born in Edinburgh, the son of Margaret (née Drummond) and John Richardson. He was educated in the city, at Balgreen Primary School, Tynecastle High School and George Heriot's School. He... More

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  • Apr 7, 1934

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  • Feb 9, 2007 (age 72 years)

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  • 1.753 m (5.751 ft )

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  • Ian William Richardson

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  • Feb 2, 1961
  • Feb 9, 2007

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  • Nov 22, 2010

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