Andy de la Tour (born 1954) is an English actor and screenwriter. He has appeared in such films as Plenty, Notting Hill and the Roman Polanski version of Oliver Twist. His work in television series included The Young Ones, Bottom, Kavanagh QC and The Brief.
As a writer, his credits include Boon, Lovejoy, Peak Practice and Kavanagh QC.
As an alternative stand-up comedian, he appeared on the same bill as Rik Mayall, Ben Elton and Norman Lovett.
He is the brother of the actress Frances de la Tour.
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