Description:
Sydney Newman was born on 1 April 1917 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was a writer and producer, known for The Avengers (1998), The Avengers (1961) and Summer Is for Kids (1949). He was married to Elizabeth McRae. He died on 30 October 1997 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Birthday
April 1, 1917
Born In
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Spouse/Ex-
Elizabeth McRae 1944 - 1981 (her death)
Trivia
As one of the most powerful men in British television during the 1960s,
Sydney Newman was responsible for television legends such as The Avengers (1961), Doctor Who (1963), Cathy Come Home (1966) and The Forsyte Saga (1967).
Quotes
Damn the upper classes -- they don't even own televisions!
