Sylvester McCoy: Biography, Facts and Career
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Percy James Patrick Kent-Smith (born 20 August 1943), known professionally as Sylvester McCoy, is a Scottish actor. Gaining prominence as a physical comedian, he portrayed the seventh incarnation of the Doctor in the BBC science fiction series Doctor Who from 1987 to 1989—the final Doctor of the classic series—and reprised the role in the televised stories Dimensions in Time (1993), Doctor Who (1996) and "The Power of the Doctor" (2022). He is also known for portraying the wizard Radagast in The Hobbit film series (2012–2014).
Quick facts about Sylvester McCoy
- Full name: Sylvester McCoy
- Born: 1943-08-20
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q455551
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Who is Sylvester McCoy?
Percy James Patrick Kent-Smith (born 20 August 1943), known professionally as Sylvester McCoy, is a Scottish actor.
What nationality is Sylvester McCoy?
Sylvester McCoy is United Kingdom.
When was Sylvester McCoy born?
Sylvester McCoy was born on 1943-08-20.



