Donald Ellis Pickering (15 November 1933 – 19 December 2009) was an English actor,[1][2] appearing in many stage, television, film and radio roles.

He was educated privately and at the Old Vic Theatre School in London established by Michel Saint-Denis.

[4] Pickering's television appearances include three roles in Doctor Who (The Keys of Marinus, 1964; The Faceless Ones, 1967; Time and the Rani, 1987).

[6] He also played roles in The House of Eliott, Dr. Watson in the series Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson (1979–1980), Yes, Prime Minister, The Brittas Empire, Executive Stress and The Professionals.

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