Steven Berkoff is a titan of the stage and a might with a pen. He’s best known for playing the darkest of characters but in reality he’s charm personified. Berkoff beat Julie Burchill in a libel case in 1996 and finds it “flattering” to play evil characters. He lives on the river in a converted warehouse in Limehouse with his delightful partner, the Danish pianist Clara Fischer, and often sports the snazziest loafers in town.
Two stories to keep beside you
Helena Matheopolous
Fluent in six languages, this Athenian was fashion editor of The Tatler and a columnist for The Times. Resident in London’s Knightsbridge, Matheopoulos has written a biography of King Juan Carlos of Spain and wrote Fashion Designers at the Opera in 2011. Her parties are known for being full of character and her presence always […]
Julie Burchill
Successfully sued for terming Steven Berkoff “hideously ugly” in 1996, Julie Burchill claims she’d “rather be honest and offend people than lie”.
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Tiger Cat Apple is a member of the family too 🙂
As a fan since 1976.This photograph makes me laugh Its Brrrrrilliant.Just because it’s the antithesis of his characters .Seem him playing every villain & psychologically flawed human but this twee 1960’s chocolate box pic is a shock to ones psyche.Of course he has such tenderness.” For every action there is an oppisite& equal reaction .” He is a unique Genius ! ” Lang may his Lum reek”
Been a Fan since 1976.Seen him play villains & Psychologically flawed characters .This 1960’s chocolate box twee pic has just ” done my head in” .This is the antithesis of his characters. However, as a man of course he is more than capable of showing such affection.Extemely warm hearted generous spirited man. Mr Berkoff is a theatre Collosius .” Lang may his lum reek” Thankyou for pic.Made my day.. ..