Tony Pitts, a multifaceted individual, has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry as an actor, screenwriter, and playwright. Born in Sheffield, his initial intention was to pursue a career in medicine, but he instead worked as a car mechanic in his early years.
During his time at Stannington College, Sheffield, a chance encounter with Barry Hines, a renowned playwright, changed the course of his life. Hines was looking for extras for his upcoming drama, Looks and Smiles, and Pitts was cast in the production. His role soon upgraded to a more substantial part, and he became hooked on the acting profession.
In 1983, Pitts decided to take a leap of faith and pursue his dream of becoming an actor. He landed the role of Archie Brooks in the long-running ITV soap, Emmerdale, and remained with the show for a decade, until his character's demise in the infamous plane crash episode on December 30th, 1993.
Since then, Pitts has worked in various mediums, including television, film, radio, and theatre. Some of his notable projects include War Horse, Lilyhammer, and Peaky Blinders. In addition, he co-wrote, produced, and starred in the film Funny Cow, which tells the story of a female stand-up comedian on the northern club circuit in the 1970s. The film was released in 2018 and starred his friend, Maxine Peake.
In 2021, Pitts joined forces with actress Katherine Kelly to establish the production company, Make Me Films. Their first short film, Let Her Go, was released in 2022 and marked Pitts' directorial debut. He is also the host of the popular podcast, Three Little Words, alongside John Bishop.
Throughout his career, Pitts has demonstrated his versatility and dedication to his craft, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
