Leslie Phillips was an actor who was renowned for his role in the Carry On films.
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To the younger ones, he was most recognized as the voice of the Sorting Hat in Harry Potter films.
He achieved stardom in the 1950s, playing smooth, upper-class comic roles utilising his “Ding Dong” and “He-llo” catchphrases.
He appeared in the Carry On and Doctor in the House film series as well as the long-running BBC radio comedy series The Navy Lark.
In his later career, Phillips took on dramatic parts including a BAFTA-nominated role alongside Peter O’Toole in Venus (2006).
Phillips attended Italia Conti Stage School before serving as a lieutenant in the Durham Light Infantry during World War Two – between 1942 and 1945, when he was invalided out.
Phillips was made an OBE in the 1998 Birthday Honours list and was promoted to CBE in the 2008 New Year Honours.
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Leslie Phillips age
Phillps died at age 98. He was born on 20 April 1924 and died on Mon. 7 November 2022.
Leslie Phillips height
Phillips was of average height. He was 1.74m tall.
Leslie Phillips cause of death
Phillips died after a long battle with illness.
However, the exact cause of death is yet to be revealed by his family.
Leslie Phillips wife
Phillips was married thrice: Zara Carr (m. 2013), Angela Scoular (m. 1982–2011), Penelope Bartley (m. 1948–1965).
Leslie Phillips children
Phillips is survived by 5 children: Claudia Phillips, Caroline Phillips, Andrew Phillips, Roger Phillips, Daniel Phillips.
Leslie Phillips net worth
At time of death, Phillips had an estimated net worth of $200 million.
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