Paul Darrow
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Paul Darrow (born May 21941) is a British character actor best known for his portrayal of Kerr Avon in the BBC science fiction television series Blake's 7. He also guest starred twice on Doctor Who, most notably playing Tekker in the serial Timelash.
Darrow was born in Surrey, England, and attended Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School before studying at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. The popularity of his role as Avon has tended to overshadow his extensive work in theatre and television. He is the author of A Terrible Aspect, a fictional biography of Avon closely modeled on his character in the series, and plays the character of Kaston Iago in the Kaldor City audios - a role which many have theorised is intended to be Kerr Avon.
Darrow's other notable TV appearances include: Emergency Ward 10, The Saint, Z Cars, Dixon of Dock Green, Within These Walls, Maelstrom, Making News, Pie in the Sky, Hollyoaks and Little Britain.