Guy Doleman

Guy Doleman carved a notable niche in cinema, particularly within the espionage and thriller genres. Hailing from New Zealand, he gained significant recognition for his commanding presence in British productions of the 1960s. Doleman is fondly remembered for his roles as the menacing SPECTRE agent Count Lippe in the James Bond film *Thunderball* and as the resolute Colonel Ross in the iconic Harry... more Palmer spy series, beginning with *The Ipcress File*. His talent for portraying formidable characters extended to his chilling portrayal of the first 'Number 2' in the cult television series *The Prisoner*. Doleman's impactful performances left a lasting impression on the landscape of suspense cinema. less