Simon Yates
Biography
Simon Yates is a British mountaineer and actor, best known for his appearance in the documentary film "Touching the Void" (2003), which tells the true story of his ill-fated 1985 expedition to climb Siula Grande in Peru alongside Joe Simpson. The film was directed by Kevin Macdonald and earned critical acclaim upon its release. Yates' experience as an adventurer informed his portrayal of the harrowing journey.