Eric Atkinson: Is Rowan Atkinson’s Father Still Alive?

Eric Atkinson is the father of English actor, comedian, and writer Rowan Atkinson. Eric’s son Rowan Sebastian Atkinson is best known as Mr. Bean. He first came to prominence in the BBC sketch comedy show Not the Nine O’Clock News (1979–1982). He is known for his collaboration with screenwriter Richard Curtis and composer Howard Goodall.

Eric Atkinson: Bio Summary

Who Is Rowan Atkinson’s Father?

Eric Atkinson is the father of Rowan Sebastian Atkinson. Eric was born on 14 July 1916, in Consett, County Durham, England, UK. His parents’ details are unknown. He might have siblings but their information is not known. Much is not known regarding his childhood and family.

Eric Atkinson was a farmer who also worked as a company director. He was the husband of Ella May (née Bainbridge), who he married on 29 June 1945. Eric and Ella May became parents of four boys. Their children are Paul Atkinson, Rodney Eric Bainbridge Atkinson, Rupert Atkinson, and Rowan Sebastian Atkinson.

Paul Atkinson died as an infant. Rodney Atkinson became an academic, political, and economic commentator, journalist, author, and businessman. Rupert Atkinson stayed away from the limelight so much is unknown about his life. Rowan Atkinson became an actor, comedian, and writer.

Eric Atkinson and Ella May Bainbridge raised their children away from the spotlight. Rodney, Rowan, and Rupert were brought up in Consett, County Durham, England. Eric lived a private life. He is only famous thanks to his son Rowan Atkinson. Rowan is the youngest of the four boys.

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Eric’s Three Grandchildren, Lily, Benjamin, And Isla

Eric Atkinson is the grandfather of three thanks to his son Rowan Atkinson. Eric’s grandchildren are Lily Grace Atkinson aka Lily Sastry (July 11, 1995), Benjamin Atkinson (September 9, 1993), and Isla Atkinson (December 2017). Eric’s grandchildren Lily and Benjamin were born from his son Rowan’s previous marriage to makeup artist Sunetra Sastry.

Rowan Atkinson was married to Sunetra from February 5, 1990, until they divorced on November 10, 2015. Isla Atkinson is the daughter of Rowan Atkinson and his partner British comedian and actress Louise Ford. Lily Sastry is involved in the entertainment industry as an actress, singer, and burlesque performer. She has appeared in a few films.

Lily Sastry appeared in Johnny English Reborn (2011), Mr. Bean’s Holiday (2007), and Tooth (2004). Benjamin Atkinson works in the British military. He was recruited in The British Gurkha brigade. He joined the Gurkha army in Nepal for a 10-week course that included learning about Nepal’s culture, and language.

Is Rowan Atkinson’s Father Still Alive?

Rowan Atkinson’s father Eric Atkinson is not alive. He died at age 67 years old in April 1984 in Northumberland County. What caused his death is unknown. According to Ancientfaces, he was buried at Blackhill Cemetery 153 Durham Rd, in County Durham County, England. His son Rowan was involved in a plane incident that made the headlines.

Rowan Atkinson who was on holiday in Kenya took control of his private plane while his pilot fainted in March 2001. Rowan who doesn’t have any experience in flying a plane managed to maintain the plane in the air until the pilot regained consciousness. They landed at Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Rowan is said to have been on the plane with his family.

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Rowan Atkinson and his family were being flown from Ukundu, a resort near Mombassa, to Nairobi’s Wilson airport, according to reports.