Neil McCarthy (born 26 July 1933 - died of Motor Neurone disease 6 February 1985). He was a British actor known for his dramatic physical appearance. (It is rumoured that he had acromegaly). He was a gifted linguist and pianist, and originally trained as a teacher.
His film credits include a memorable role as a Welsh soldier in Zulu (1964), as well as a remarkable performance as the villain Calibos in Clash of the Titans.
His television credits include: Danger Man, The Avengers, The Saint, Z-Cars, Dixon of Dock Green, Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased), Catweazle, Department S, Who Pays the Ferryman?, Return of the Saint, Doctor Who (in the serials The Mind of Evil and The Power of Kroll), Enemy at the Door, Shogun, The Professionals, The Gentle Touch, Emmerdale Farm, Clash of the Titans (1981) and Time Bandits (1981).
