Ian Richardson

Known for Acting

Born

April 7, 1934

Died

February 9, 2007 (72 years old)

Place of Birth

Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Biography

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.

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