William Gaunt

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Characters played by William Gaunt

Earl of Gloucester — King Lear (2008)

The Earl of Gloucester introduces Edmund as his illegitimate son and acknowledges that Edgar, his older legitimate son, is no dearer to him. Edmund later plots against him after obtaining a paper that makes him Earl of Gloucester. Gloucester does not recognize Edgar when his son is disguised as a poor, mad wanderer, but offers him shelter.

Jebediah — The Timber (2015)

Jebediah is Wyatt and Samuel's estranged father, rumored to have become violent after his mine failed. He rules a harsh camp, imprisons his sons and forces them into labor, kills a captive who leads them to him, and defeats Wyatt in a knife fight before Samuel finally kills him.

Career Overview

William Gaunt has 27 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Signature works include Rufus Stone, Richard II - Live at Shakespeare's Globe, Legend of the Champions. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
27
Birth Date
1937-04-03
Birth Place
Pudsey, Yorkshire, England, UK

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