David Jason: Only Fools and Horses Star and Family Friend
TV Legend David jason’s Famous Actor Brother Revealed
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A Touch of Frost star David Jason,born David John White in 1941,has an older brother who is also a well-known actor,a fact that has only recently come to light for many.
A Family Affair on Screen
David Jason, a beloved figure in British television, most famously known for his role as del Boy Trotter in Only Fools and Horses and DI Jack Frost in A Touch of Frost, has a sibling who has also enjoyed a successful acting career. His older brother, Arthur White, 91, has a notable list of television credits, often appearing alongside David in some of his most iconic roles.
Arthur White played the recurring role of PC Ernie Trigg in the popular ITV police crime drama A Touch of frost. He starred next to his brother in several episodes,adding another layer of family connection to the critically acclaimed series. The chemistry between the two brothers was evident on screen, contributing to the show’s authentic portrayal of police work.
Early Collaborations and Later Appearances
The White brothers’ on-screen collaborations weren’t limited to A Touch of Frost.They also appeared together briefly in two episodes of the charming ITV series The Darling Buds of May back in 1991. This early collaboration showcased their shared talent and the potential for their familial bond to translate into compelling television performances.
Arthur White’s extensive acting career also includes a role in the time travel sitcom Goodnight Sweetheart in 1996. This series notably starred Nicholas Lyndhurst, David Jason’s Only Fools and Horses co-star, in the lead role of Gary Sparrow.
From 1995 to 2001, arthur was a familiar face in the ITV fire service workplace drama London’s Burning. He later appeared in the police procedural Heartbeat and made an appearance in Holby City in 2016, playing the character of Sidney Bickton.His other television credits are numerous and span decades, including appearances in Doctors, family Affairs, Grange Hill, and The Professionals, with roles dating back to the 1950s.
More recently, Arthur White featured in the documentary 13 Hours That Saved Britain. In this program, he shared his personal experiences of living in London during World War Two and enduring the Blitz, offering a poignant past viewpoint.