Bernard Atha

Biography

Bernard Peter Atha was a distinguished English politician and actor born on August 27, 1928, in Leeds. He excelled in various fields, including law, ballet, and politics, serving as Lord Mayor of Leeds from 2000 to 2001 and Labour councillor for the Kirkstall ward for 57 years. Atha also appeared in notable films, such as Ken Loach's "Kes" (1969) and "Family Life" (1971), cementing his legacy in arts and politics.