Graham Theakston
Graham Theakston (29 February 19522 September 2014) was a British television director. He won a BAFTA Award for his work in The Politician's Wife (1995).
Graham Theakston
- Born
- 1952
- Died
- 2014 · London.
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Occupation
- film director
- Languages
- English
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Graham Theakston (29 February 19522 September 2014) was a British television director. He won a BAFTA Award for his work in The Politician's Wife (1995).
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Early life and education
Early life and education
Theakston was born and raised in Bradford to parents Doreen and Leonard, the latter an administrator in the wool industry. He attended Manchester Polytechnic, where he earned a degree in architecture.
Personal life and death
Personal life and death
Theakston was in a relationship with partner Jill Taylor from 1984 to 2005. Together, they shared a son, Tom, a professional musician. Theakston died of cancer in London on 2 September 2014. At the time of his death, Theakston was in a relationship with former Grange Hill actress Linda Magistris; his death prompted her to establish The Good Grief Trust.
Selected Filmography
Selected Filmography
• The Lazarus Child (2004) • The Mill on the Floss (1997 TV movie) • The Tripods (1983)
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- 1.Hayward, Anthony. Graham Theakston: Award-winning director who launched 'New Tricks' and worked on 'Grange Hill' and 'The Politician's Wife. The Independent. November 30, 2014.
- 2.Auty, Martyn. Graham Theakston obituary. The Guardian. September 22, 2014.
- 3.Bournemouth Echo, "Poole woman starts charity after losing partner".
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