Ray McAnally

A celebrated Irish actor with three BAFTA Awards faces the ultimate challenge when a mysterious illness threatens to erase his legacy just as he's poised for a triumphant return to the stage.

Born

1926

Died

1989

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In short · Acted for four decades — 29 credits.

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Biography

Ray McAnally was an Irish actor known for his critically acclaimed performances in film and television. He won three BAFTA Awards in the late 1980s, including two BAFTA Film Awards for Best Supporting Actor and a BAFTA Television Award for Best Actor for his role in *A Very British Coup* in 1989. In 2020, he was recognized as one of Ireland's greatest film actors, ranking at number 34 on *The Irish Times*'s list.

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