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Howell Evans

Howell Evans
Born (1928-03-03)3 March 1928
Maesteg, Glamorgan, Wales
Died 9 September 2014(2014-09-09) (aged 86)
Occupation Actor, comedian, singer
Years active 1964–2014
Spouse(s) Patricia Kane
Children Warwick Evans

Howell Evans (3 March 1928 – 9 September 2014) was a Welsh actor, comedian, and singer who worked extensively in television and theatre roles in a career spanning over 60 years. He was best known for having played "Daddy" in the Sky1 TV comedy drama series Stella.

He was born in Maesteg, and first performed as an impressionist during the Second World War. After the war, he joined the Carroll Levis Discovery Show, and formed a comedy double act with his wife, Pat Kane, working together for many years in music hall, variety shows and pantomime. He later appeared in many television shows including Coronation Street, Casualty, Open All Hours, and The Story of Tracy Beaker.

Evans died on 9 September 2014 at the age of 86.


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