Hugh Fraser

About

English actor, theatre director, and author best known for his portrayal of Captain Hastings in the television series Agatha Christie's Poirot and for his role as the Duke of Wellington in the television series Sharpe.

Before Fame

He studied acting at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. 

Trivia

He was a member of the folk band Telltale, where he co-wrote and performed the theme music for the ITV children's television series Rainbow.

Family Life

In 1988, he married actress Belinda Lang. They have a daughter named Lily.

Associated With

He starred alongside Glenn Close, Jeff Daniels and Hugh Laurie in the film 101 Dalmatians.