Tony Hendra

Biography

Tony Hendra was a talented English satirist and writer who worked primarily in the United States. He made his mark in comedy as part of the Cambridge Footlights revue alongside John Cleese, Graham Chapman, and Tim Brooke-Taylor, before co-producing and writing for the acclaimed British satire series Spitting Image. Hendra also brought humor to film roles, including Ian Faith in This Is Spinal Tap, cementing his legacy as a beloved comedic figure.