Simon Jones: Biography, Facts and Career
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Simon Jones (born 27 July 1950) is an English actor. He is best known for originating the role of Arthur Dent, protagonist of Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. He also played the role of Donald Shellhammer in Miracle on 34th Street (1994), appeared in Brideshead Revisited (1981) as Lord Brideshead, and as King George V in the film Downton Abbey (2019), and as Bannister in The Gilded Age.
Quick facts about Simon Jones
- Full name: Simon Jones
- Born: 1950-07-27
- Nationality: Ireland
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q325070
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Simon Jones?
Simon Jones (born 27 July 1950) is an English actor.
What nationality is Simon Jones?
Simon Jones is Ireland.
When was Simon Jones born?
Simon Jones was born on 1950-07-27.



