Michael John Elphick, a renowned English actor, was born on September 19, 1946. He is most notably recognized in the United Kingdom for his distinctive croaky voice and extensive work in British television. Elphick's career in television spanned various notable roles, including his portrayal of the eponymous private investigator in the ITV series Boon, as well as his later role as Harry Slater in the BBC's long-running soap opera EastEnders.
Throughout his life, Elphick battled a highly publicized addiction to alcohol. At the peak of his struggles, he confessed to consuming an astonishing two liters of spirits per day. Unfortunately, this addiction played a significant contributing factor to his untimely death from a heart attack on September 7, 2002.
