Hugh Anthony Quarshie

Hugh Anthony Quarshie, a member of the Euro-African community in Ghana, comes from a diverse ancestral background, including Ghanaian, English, and Dutch heritage. He was born on December 22, 1954, in Accra, Ghana, to Emma Wilhelmina and Richard Quarshie, the latter of whom hailed from a chiefly lineage. At the age of three, Quarshie and his family emigrated to the United Kingdom.

Hugh Anthony Quarshie received his education at prestigious institutions such as Bryanston School in Dorset, Dean Close School in Cheltenham, and Christ Church, Oxford, where he pursued Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE).

One of Quarshie's most notable achievements is his portrayal of Ric Griffin in the long-running medical drama series Holby City. Quarshie played the character for an impressive 19 years, making him the longest-serving cast member on the show until his departure in October 2020. However, he returned for the show's final episode in March 2022, leaving a lasting impact on the series and its dedicated fanbase.

Quarshie initially considered a career in journalism. Eventually, he became a prominent member of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and honed his craft in both stage and screen performances.

Quarshie's impressive repertoire includes appearances in acclaimed television programs like Behaving Badly and Doctor Who, where he played the captivating character Solomon in the two-part episode "Daleks in Manhattan"/"Evolution of the Daleks" in 2007. His portrayal of Sunda Kastagir in Highlander and Captain Panaka in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace further showcased his exceptional talent.

Beyond his roles in film and television, Quarshie has also lent his commanding voice to narrate various documentaries. Notable examples include the 2006 documentary Mega Falls of Iguacu, the 2009 adaptation of Small Island, and the 2010 BBC Wildlife series The Great Rift: Africa's Wild Heart. His ability to captivate audiences through narration further highlights his versatility as an actor.

Quarshie has starred in numerous films, television shows and theatre performances including:

1. The Dogs of War
2. Baby: Secret of the Lost Legend
3. Highlander
4. Wing Commander
5. Surgical Spirit
6. The Tomorrow People
7. Press Gang
8. Behaving Badly
9. Shakespeare: The Animated Tales
10. A Gentleman's Club
11. The Murder
12. Doctor Who
13. White Heat
14. Casualty
15. Horizon
16. Cymbeline
17. The Admirable Crichton
18. Goethe's Faust
19. Julius Caesar
20. Othello

Outside of his acting career, Quarshie is known for his support of the Women's Equality Party. This commitment to advocating for equality and social justice demonstrates his active engagement in important societal issues.