Biography

Frank Thornton Ball (15 January 1921 - 16 March 2013), professionally known as Frank Thornton, was an English actor. He was known for playing Captain Peacock in Are You Being Served? (1972-1985) and its sequel Grace & Favour and as Herbert "Truly" Truelove in Last of the Summer Wine.

Known For

The Three Musketeers

Man in Small Carriage (uncredited)

Gosford Park

Mr. Burkett

The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes

Porter

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

Slave Driver

The Tomb of Ligeia

Peperel

The Magic Christian

Police Inspector

Carry On Screaming!

Mr. Jones

Digby, the Biggest Dog in the World

Estate Agent