![]() In 1982 he became the second actor to take on the role of R. Berwick in two series of the BBC drama The Chinese Detective. In 1978, Martin co-starred with Peter Dean in the BBC television series Law & Order, playing Detective Inspector Fred Pyall. His film appearances include Secrets of a Windmill Girl (1966), The Sex Thief (1973), Eskimo Nell (1975), Sex Express (aka Diversions) (1975), Adventures of a Plumber's Mate (1978), Ragtime (1981), Spaghetti House (1982), and Boston Kickout (1995). He featured in the BBC television series Paul Temple as well as the ITV television series The Governor. Martin started his entertainment career as a stuntman on programmes including Doctor Who, but after breaking his collar bone filming the drama Elizabeth R (1971) he switched to acting. He also performed national service in the Royal Air Force. ![]() ![]() In his early life Martin worked as a professional gambler, motor racer, at a meat market and as a debt collector. One of his most widely known roles is Charlie Slater on the BBC soap opera EastEnders from 2000 to 2011, with brief appearances in 20. Beginning his career as a stuntman, he moved into acting and played many roles on UK television. Derek Martin (born Derek William Rapp 11 April 1933) is a retired English actor.
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