Liverpool has produced dozens of outstanding actors who have gone on to become household names around the world, starring in Britain’s most-loved soap operas. hit Netflix shows and Hollywood movies.
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From the woman behind Gavin & Stacey’s ‘Pam’ to the Emmy Award winning actress who brought ‘Vilanelle’ to life, our city has truly raised some of the biggest and best actors out there.
We asked our readers which Liverpool and Merseyside actors are the best of all time, and we have compiled the below list as a result. Let us know your favourite actors or films that have come from Liverpool in the comments below.
17. Tom Baker
Liverpool-born actor Tom Baker is best known for his leading role in Doctor Who. Here is pictured with the daleks in 1975 - age 41. | Getty Images
18. Jack McMullen
Scouse actor Jack McMullen is known for his roles in BBC This City is Ours, Waterloo Road, Little Boy Blue and Grange Hill. | BBC
19. Shaun Evans
Shaun Evans was born in Liverpool and is best known for his role as Endeavour Morse in ITV's Endeavour. He recently starred alongside Anna Maxwell-Martin in Until I Kill You. | ITV
20. Glenda Jackson
Birkenhead-born Glenda Jackson was an actress and politician who sadly died in June 2023.. Jackson won two Academy Awards, three Emmy Awards and a Tony Award, and is considered one of the best ever actors from Merseyside. Jackson retired from acting in 1991 to devote herself to politics full-time as a Labour member of parliament. | Jack Kay/Express/Getty Images