Gordon Jackson: Gordon Jackson. Actor: The Great Escape. Gordon Cameron Jackson was born on December 19, 1923, in Glasgow, Scotland, the youngest of five children, whose father taught painting in the city. His interest in acting began during his school years, when he took part in many amateur productions. This led to him being spotted by the BBC, and that led to work in such radio shows such as "Children's Hour" followed....
Known For: The Great Escape (MacDonald 'Intelligence'), Upstairs, Downstairs (HudsonMr. Angus Hudson, Butler (60 episodes)), A Town Like Alice (Noel Strachan), Yesterday's Enemy (Sgt. McKenzie)