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James Mason was born in Huddersfield and had a film career spanning over 50 years during which he appeared in over 100 films in England and America but never won an Oscar. Whatever role he played, from the wounded Belfast gunman in Odd Man Out to Rommel in The Desert Fox, his creamy velvet voice gave him away. Like Charlie Chaplin James left the screen to spend his later life living in Switzerland. His first marriage had been to Pamela Kellino, a Yorkshire mill owner's daughter and his second to Australian actress Clarissa Kaye.

His real name is Gordon but when he applied to join Equity their reply was addressed to Gorden and soon after he was in hospital with a stone in his kidney. When he came round after the operation he noticed his name on his chart was Gorden so he stuck to it. He was born in Huddersfield to a Scottish mother who was married to a local man who was an engineer. On leaving school he became a sales clerk in a textile company then in the early 60's he ran a radio show on hospital radio and used to interview pop stars at the local theatre. A friend in the local amateur theatre company asked him to help paint some scenery and do some other odd jobs then when the friend had to drop out of a play Gorden stood in for him and from his first moment on stage he realised that was what he wanted to do. He was spotted by Alan Ayckbourn who gave him advice which led to him going to the Octogon Theatre in Bolton for 13 months. His first part in 68 was playing an old man of 80. He then made his television debut in Coronation Street for 50+ episodes as Bernard, Elsie Tanner's nephew. He then did episodes of 'It Ain't Half Hot Mum and Are You Being Served, both by David Croft who said that he'd write a larger part for him and in 1982 created Rene and 'Allo Allo.

Danny Kirrane was born in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He is an actor and producer, known for The Serpent Queen (2022), Wasted (2016) and The Sandman (2022).

Sally Wainwright was born in 1964 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. She is a writer and producer, known for Happy Valley (2014), Last Tango in Halifax (2012) and Gentleman Jack (2019).

Buster started training at the age of eleven in traditional Wado Ryu karate and moved into freestyle, a move which would map out his life for the better. Under the guidance of his Instructors he claimed the British junior title and a place in the "Guinness Book of Records" for the most kicks done at head height in a minute (218, later shattering it to complete 256) at age thirteen, the fighting title he held up to the change to senior level at sixteen and he still holds the Guinness record.

Dominating the men's division from the young age of eighteen he went to Florida to compete in "Gold Coast Classic" which he won in spectacular style against the four time champion. At age nineteen was ranked number one in Europe and at twenty captured the world middleweight ju-jitsu title in New Zealand, the world light-heavyweight title in West Virginia U.S.A at twenty-one and the world heavy-weight title in Reno, Nevada U.S.A at twenty three. Retiring for a short while at twenty five un-defeated in all three weight divisions to concentrate on a stunt career, Buster has been fortunate enough to have worked on a number of blockbuster movies with an extensive background in the martial arts also boxing, gymnastics (county squad) and high diving (north of England champion).

Gary Cady was born on 14 September 1959 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Mona Lisa (1986), Erik the Viking (1989) and Leaving (1984).

Keith Buckley was born in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England. He was an actor, known for Sky Bandits (1986), Excalibur (1981), The Spy Who Loved Me (1977), The Eagle Has Landed (1976), The Search for the Nile (1971) and Wuthering Heights (1967). He also made numerous TV appearances. Keith died on December 1, 2020 from complications caused by COVID-19.

Yorkshire-born Zoe Lucker has been on our screens a lot in recent years in TV dramas such as "Holby City", Trial & Retribution IV - Part One (2000), Barabara, Brazen Hussies (1996) and Coronation Street (1960), where she played Sonia Leech, owner of the beauty parlour where Raquel worked.

But it's her role as Tanya Turner in Footballers' Wives (2002) that she really loves. She adores her character ("We're both survivors, but I wouldn't use people the way she does to get on in life"), the stunning clothes, the dramatic scenes with screen husband Cristian Solimeno - and she's even learnt to live with her extra-long fake fingernails. The only part she hated was filming the opening sequence in a pool because, probably just like Tanya, she's not keen on swimming and prefers to keep her head above water. However, 28-year-old Lucker really is keen on football, and once bid successfully at a charity auction for a tour of Leeds United football ground.

Nicholas Bell was born on 15 August 1958 in Huddersfield, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1995), Dark City (1998) and I, Frankenstein (2014).

Kenneth Waller was born on 5 November 1927 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968), Are You Being Served? (1972) and Bread (1986). He died on 28 January 2000 in London, England, UK.

Amanda Owen was born in 1975 in Newsome, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK.

Adam Wimpenny is a London based director of award-winning films and BAFTA winning television. His work puts an emphasis on bold, stylish storytelling with cinematic visuals. Most recently, Adam directed series 1&2 of Hotel Portofino, a lavish 6 part 1920'S drama series for PBS and ITV, staring Natascha McElhone (Halo, The Crown, Californication), Anna Chancellor, (Four Wedding and a Funeral), Mark Umbers (Home Fires), and Adam James (Vigil).

A high profile, classy affair - The Times (critics choice) **** A sumptuous new period piece - The Telegraph (pick of the week) **** Downtown Abby meets Enchanted April in which romance, politics and crime come together in a heady mix - The Mail on Sunday ****

Adam has made dramas for Sky and Showtime including Madonna & Basquiat, with Emmy and SGA winning writer Sarah Solemani, and the film Behold the Monkey. Shot in Spain and narrated by Tamsin Greig (Episodes), the comedy drama was nominated for Best Scripted Programme at the Broadcast Awards and sold to Showtime and Canal+. A former Screen International 'Star of Tomorrow', Adam's debut feature film Blackwood premiered at the London Film Festival. Empire magazine called it 'A classy debut, the British Sixth Sense'**** and Metro described it as "a classic English horror thriller with a killer ending." The film has been sold to Universal and BBC America.

Before moving into feature film, Adam directed an eclectic mix of popular television series encompassing drama, comedy and documentary; shooting hundreds of hours of television for the BBC, ITV, Sky and C4 that has been sold all over the world. His work includes BAFTA winning series The Revolution Will Be Televised for the BBC; two series of the hit crime series The Investigator for Netflix and ITV; and Derren Brown's flagship show Trick or Treat for C4. Adam is also used to working with high profile names such as Jack Whitehall, Jodie Whittaker, Simon Cowell, Bear Grylls, Sharon Horgan, Samuel L. Jackson and Ricky Gervais. Adam's short film ROAR starring Russell Tovey and Jodie Whittaker became part of the official selection at many of the world's highest profile festivals, and won major jury awards at both Aspen and Rhode Island. His follow-up short First Time was theatrically released through Lionsgate Films ahead of the Werner Herzog's movie The Bad Lieutenant.

He also directs commercials making campaigns for Sony, Cadbury's, Freeview, Rosetta Stone, Coca-Cola, Stoptober, Visit Britain and M&S. He is currently developing further feature films and scripted series to direct.

Dan Cadan was born on 2 January 1975 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He is a director and writer, known for The Devil's Wedding (2009), Revolver (2005) and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998). He has been married to Lena Headey since 2018. They have one child.

Deborah McAndrew was born on 11 October 1967 in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Coronation Street (1960), Stone (2009) and Crow's Nest (1998). She has been married to Conrad Nelson since 1995. They have one child.

Janine Mellor was born on 3 May 1980 in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Casualty (1986), South Riding (2011) and Casualty @ Holby City (2005).

James Mellor was born on 4 February 1933 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He was an actor and producer, known for Night After Night After Night (1969), Doctor Who (1963) and The Six Wives of Henry VIII (1970). He died on 28 January 1976 in Lambeth, London, England, UK.

Chris is a multi-award-winning director whose work has been shown at film festivals worldwide, including Fantasia, FrightFest, London Shorts, and Raindance. In 2023, he directed 'The Moor,' which premiered in the First Blood strand of FrightFest, dedicated to debut feature films. The film received glowing reviews, solidifying his standing in the genre community. Total Film honoured 'The Moor' with FrightFest's Best Scare award and nominated Chris for Best Director. Hollywood News applauded his directing ability in 'The Moor,' expressing, "Cronin's soft and slow approach to the horror aspects worked to make them more startling. With lush misty landscapes in abundance, 'The Moor' was a visual feast and a nerve-wracking experience."

Prior to 'The Moor,' his short film 'Oscar's Bell' achieved acclaim, sweeping Best Short Film accolades at Dead by Dawn, HollyShorts, and the British Horror Film Festival. Additionally, it was nominated for the Melies d'Argent Grand Prize of the European Fantasy Short Film Award.

His short films are featured on Gunpowder and Sky's horror platform ALTER and Short Of The Week.

Jack Cunningham was born on 19 April 1912 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Chain of Events (1958), Danger Man (1960) and Tolka Row (1959). He died on 13 January 1967 in London, England, UK.

Nina Hossain was born on 1 May 1975 in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Trauma (2004), Case Sensitive (2011) and Hidden (2011).

Jonathan Keith Le Billon is a British actor, known for work in film, television and stage. He was born in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, is a graduate of Greenhead College and the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and began his professional career at the age of thirteen.

He made his debut television appearance in 1997, in the long running ITV series 'Heartbeat', shortly followed with further guest roles in 'City Central' (BBC) and Granada Television's multi-award winning 'Cold Feet'.

His first leading screen role was in 1998, playing the character of Tom Byngham in the Renaissance season of YTV's 'How We Used to Live'. This was followed by leading roles in Channel 4's 'Hollyoaks' and the ITV Emmy nominated series 'At Home with the Braithwaites'.

Le Billon left screen work for a year to tour with the theatre company 'Northern Broadsides' before accepting a place at the world famous Bristol Old Vic Theatre School - a school who's graduates include Academy Award winners: Daniel Day-Lewis and Jeremy Irons.

Lena Kaur was born in 1986 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Hollyoaks (1995), Torchwood (2006) and Treasure Island (2015).

John Leach was born on 16 March 1957 in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England, UK. John was a producer and director, known for Sportsweek (1998), European Poker Tour (2005) and Showbiz Poker (2006). John was married to Janet Ellis. John died in July 2020 in the United Kingdom.

Ced Beaumont was born on 6 September 1924 in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Coronation Street (1960), Emmerdale Farm (1972) and All Creatures Great & Small (1978). He died in 2002 in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK.

Harold Wilson was born in Huddersfield,West Yorkshire in 1916. He had a sharp mind and after graduating from Oxford University, he became a lecturer in economics in 1937. He represented Huyton in parliament from 1945 until his retirement in 1983. He became President of the Board of Trade in 1947 and succeeded Hugh Gaitskell as the Labour party leader in 1963. He defeated Sir Alec Douglas-Home in the 1964 General Election with an overall majority of four. He was re-elected in 1966 and after a period in opposition between 1970 and 1974, he returned after the February election. He was re-elected for a fourth term in October 1974, but resigned unexpectedly on his 60th birthday in 1976. He was created a Knight of the Garter by HM The Queen and he received a life peerage in 1983, becoming Lord Wilson of Rievaulx. Following a long illness, he died in May 1995 aged 79, leaving a widow Mary.

Joss Brook was born in December 1963 in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Jeeves and Wooster (1990), Bugs (1995) and The Camomile Lawn (1992).