English actor David Neilson is best known as café owner Roy Cropper in the long-running ITV soap opera “Coronation Street” a character he has portrayed since 1995. In addition to “Z-Cars”, he has appeared in the British drama series “Survivors.”
As a gas fitter, ice cream seller, and bartender, David is a hard-working individual who has a wide range of experience. Along with this, he is an Oldham East and Saddleworth by-election Labour Party supporter since 2011.
David Neilson’s Bio, Age, Parents, Education
On March 13th, 1949, in Loughborough, Leicestershire, England, David Neilson opened his eyes for the first time. He has British citizenship and is of white British descent. In the same way, he practices Christianity and belongs to the white ethnicity. David’s current age is 72, which he just celebrated in 2021, and his star sign is Pisces, based on his birth date. He has not revealed any information about his family, but we do know that his mother died before he joined the cobbles and was unable to watch him succeed. As far as his schooling is concerned, at the age of 20, he entered the Central School of Speech and Drama.
David Neilson’s Height
David Neilson has an ideal height of 5 feet 4 inches and weighs is 48Kg. Dark brown eyes and light brown hair characterize his appearance. The combination of his friendly grin, his overall temperament, and his steadily rising reputation in the profession make him an ideal candidate for a new role. He has an average body mass index.
David Neilson’s Carrer
David Neilson began his acting career in the television shows “Z-Cars” and “Young at Heart” before appearing as Mike in “Survivors” (BBC). “Sons and Lovers” and “Bergerac,” “Casualty,” “Boys from the Blackstuff,” “Secret Army” and the “Heartbeat” Charlie Resnick books were made into TV movies, and he appeared as Edgar in “Sons and Lovers.” His early 1990s acting credits include “EastEnders” and a celebrity-themed version of “Stars in Their Eyes” both of which he played the role of Roy Orbison. “Mike Leigh films: Life Is Sweet” and “Secrets & Lies” both directed by Mike Leigh, have both featured Neilson, who also appeared on radio in “God Bless Our Love” the same year.
David Neilson’s Wife
David Neilson has a wife and two children. It was a happy occasion for him and his wife Jane Neilson as they became parents to a boy called Daniel Neilson. Having been married for over half a century, the couple’s romance is still going strong. According to David’s self-reflection, he is not gay.
David Neilson’s Networth
As of 2021, David Neilson has a net worth of $2 million and an income of thousands of dollars every year, making him one of the richest men in the world. Acting is where he makes the most of his money, so it’s no surprise that he’s amassed quite a fortune. David hasn’t done any brand endorsements yet.