Simon Shepherd
Simon Shepherd (born 20 August 1956 in Bristol, England) is a British actor
Early life
He went to school at Clifton College in Bristol and was a contemporary of the director Roger Michell in Brown's House. drama school He subsequently attended Manchester Metropolitan University and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.He was a member of the National Youth Theatre.
Career
He is well known to TV audiences from many appearances,including Dr Will Preston in five series of ITV's Peak Practice. He has also had many notable stage and film roles since 1980.
In Popular Culture
Simon Shepherd is regularly mentioned in the BBC Comedy 'Gimme, Gimme, Gimme' as Tom's crush, and appeared in one episode in each of the three series.
Personal life
He married the costume designer Alexandra Byrne in 1980. They have four children.
He supports several charities, especially those involving the well-being of children (Barnardo's, Tearfund BOPS and Save the Children).