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Born on March 25, 1920, Patrick Troughton was from Mill Hill, United Kingdom. Public records list Patrick Troughton as a stage actor, film actor and television actor. Death is recorded on March 28, 1987, at the age of 67.
My Take
Troughton holds a special place for me as the actor who essentially invented regeneration. Taking over the Doctor from William Hartnell, he refused to imitate and instead built a wholly different character, proving a beloved role could outlive any single performer. That quiet act of reinvention is why Doctor Who still runs today. A consummate character actor rather than a headline star, he earned his stature through decades of subtle, committed work. He passed in 1987, but his legacy is everywhere in modern television. I have endless admiration for the dependable craftsmen who make franchises immortal.
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- Name (English)
- Patrick Troughton
- Name (Japanese)
- パトリック・トルートン
- Reading
- ぱとりっく・とるーとん
- Born
- March 25, 1920 – March 28, 1987
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aries / Monkey
- Origin
- Mill Hill, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- stage actor / film actor / actor / television actor
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- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Patrick Troughton born?
Born March 25, 1920.
When did Patrick Troughton die?
Died March 28, 1987, aged 67.
Where was Patrick Troughton from?
Patrick Troughton was from Mill Hill, United Kingdom.
What did Patrick Troughton do?
Patrick Troughton worked as stage actor, film actor, actor, television actor.
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