Neal Arden
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Neal Arden (born Arthur Neal Aiston; 27 December 1909 – 4 June 2014) was an English-born actor and writer who appeared in films, television shows, theatre productions and radio programs. He was born in Fulham, London.
Neal Arden | |
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Born | Arthur Neal Aiston (1909-12-27)27 December 1909 |
Died | 4 June 2014(2014-06-04) (aged 104) Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England |
Occupation(s) | Actor, policeman, playwright, songwriter |
Years active | 1934–1977 |
In 1928, Arden moved to Southern Rhodesia and served in the British South Africa Police (BSAP).[1] Two years later, he returned to Great Britain to pursue an acting career. His screen debut came in the 1934 film version of Princess Charming.[2] Other films include "Pimpernel" Smith, John Wesley and The Shakedown.[3] He also worked in television, appearing in series like Ivanhoe and Z-Cars.[4] Arden's most notable role was on the BBC radio show Housewives' Choice, as a host for 20 years from 1946.[5] His last acting credit was in 1977.[6]