John Henderson (actor)

John Henderson (1747–1785) was an English actor who played many Shakespearean and other roles. He first acted in Bath, where he was known as "The Bath Roscius", and then in London. Had he not died young he would have been remembered as a worthy successor to David Garrick.

For other people named John Henderson, see John Henderson (disambiguation).

John Henderson
John Henderson. Oil on canvas by Thomas Gainsborough
Born1747
Cheapside, London
Died25 November 1785 (age 38)
9 Buckingham Street, London
Burial placeWestminster Abbey
OccupationActor
Years active1772-1785
SpouseJane Figgins
ChildrenHarriet
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