Biography
Richard Easton (1933–2019) was a Canadian actor known for his work in theatre, television and film. Born John Richard Easton in Montreal, he began his career with Ottawa’s Canadian Repertory Theatre and went on to perform with the Stratford Festival, the Royal Shakespeare Company and on Broadway.
He appeared in films including Henry V (1989), Dead Again (1991) as Father Timothy, Finding Forrester (2000) and Revolutionary Road (2008). On television he played Brian Hammond in the BBC series The Brothers (1972–1976) and guest roles in Doctor Who, Frasier and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Easton won a Tony Award for his performance in Tom Stoppard’s The Invention of Love (2001).
