What happened to original cast of Inspector Morse? From tragic deaths to career U-turns

Where are the cast of Inspector Morse now? (Image: GETTY) Since its debut in 1987, viewers have been captivated by the Oxford-based detective Inspector Morse, and despite the series concluding in 2000, it still boasts a loyal fanbase. Regular reruns air on ITV, and a plethora of episodes are available on ITVX. But where are the original cast members of Inspector Morse now? function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.

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His first significant role came in the 1970s when he portrayed Flying Squad detective.