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| Popular As | Mervyn Cumming |
| Occupation | Director |
| Age | 80 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | December 18, 1943 (Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK) |
| Birthday | December 18 |
| Town/City | Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK |
| Nationality | UK |
Mervyn Cumming’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
Mervyn Cumming was born in the Year of the Goat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Goat enjoy being alone in their thoughts. They’re creative, thinkers, wanderers, unorganized, high-strung and insecure, and can be anxiety-ridden. They need lots of love, support and reassurance. Appearance is important too. Compatible with Pig or Rabbit.
Born in Belfast on the 18th of December 1943, Mervyn developed a keen interest in drama from a young age. He studied English Literature and Drama at Leeds University. He then taught English and Drama at Huddersfield College, later becoming Head of Drama at Garforth Comprehensive School.
He also worked at York University Television Service and finally at Leeds Polytechnic Television Service. It was during this time that Mervyn starred in the 1970 MGM Film No Blade of Grass (1970), under the acting name Mervyn Patrick.
In 1972, Mervyn joined Yorkshire Television as a floor manager and would subsequently work his way up the ranks to become a director in 1980 on the documentary On the Road (1980).Soon after this, Mervyn began directing Emmerdale Farm (1972), a show that he worked on until the mid-1990s, directing 140 episodes.
Throughout his career he has directed all of the UK's major soap opera's including EastEnders (1985) (48 episodes), Coronation Street (1960) (125 episodes), Brookside (1982) (45 episodes) and Family Affairs (1997) (40 episodes) In 2001, Mervyn received a BAFTA Nomination for his directing work on Byker Grove (1989).
In recent years, Mervyn has combined directing with teaching, giving him the opportunity to give something back after over 3 decades of work in the profession. He has a new drama, Tanner (2007) and a documentary _'Dad's Army' & Beyond: The Frank Williams Story (2008) (TV)_ in post-production, due for release in 2008.
