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Boon Star David Daker Dies at 90
21 Jun
Summary
- Daker was renowned for his role as Harry Crawford in Boon.
- He also appeared in iconic shows like Z Cars and Porridge.
- His diverse career spanned theatre, TV, and film for decades.
David Daker, a stalwart character actor best known for his role as Harry Crawford in the ITV comedy-drama Boon, has died at the age of 90. He was a memorable presence on screen, particularly as the entrepreneurial friend to Michael Elphick's Ken Boon, with the series running for seven seasons between 1986 and 1992.
Before Boon, Daker's television career gained momentum with over 80 episodes in the BBC drama Z Cars as PC Owen Culshaw. His acting repertoire extended to beloved sitcoms like Only Fools and Horses and Porridge, alongside appearances in Coronation Street and Doctor Who.
Daker's journey into acting began after he left a nine-to-five draughtsman job to join the Oxford Playhouse Theatre School. He honed his craft through national service in the RAF and extensive experience with Oldham Rep and Salisbury Playhouse, where he starred as Stanley Kowalski in A Streetcar Named Desire.
His London stage debut occurred in 1971, followed by roles with the Royal Shakespeare Company. On television, he portrayed diverse characters, including a conscript in Chips With Everything, a miner in The Widowing of Mrs Holroyd, and Captain Nathan Spiker in Dick Turpin. His film credits include Time Bandits and I Bought a Vampire Motorcycle.
David Daker was married twice and is survived by his second wife, Hilary, their daughter Rebecca, his son Tim, and a sister Hazel. His daughter Pippa had died in 1997.
