Gordon McCorkell, 1983
Actors · July 1, 1983
Gordon McCorkell
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Gordon McCorkell is 42 years old, born July 1, 1983 in United Kingdom · Cancer.
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About
Gordon McCorkell spent a decade playing Derek 'Deek' Henderson on the Scottish soap River City, anchoring the show from 2002 to 2012. Born in 1983, the Scottish actor also appeared in Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill productions like Chewin' the Fat and the BAFTA-winning children's drama Jeopardy. A Cancer, McCorkell balanced acting with formal education, later earning top marks in accountancy exams.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Gordon McCorkell is a Scottish actor best known for playing Derek 'Deek' Henderson in River City, a role he held from 2002 to 2012. Born on July 1, 1983, in the UK, McCorkell established himself early through youth theatre before transitioning to screen work. Beyond River City, he appeared in Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill productions including Chewin' the Fat and the pilot episode of Still Game, where he played Winston's grandson Joe the boxer. McCorkell also featured as David in Jeopardy, the BAFTA Award-winning children's drama that aired from 2002 to 2004. As an actor, McCorkell performs across television and drama productions, balancing creative work with other pursuits. In June 2016, he was recognised by Glasgow's International Financial Services District for achieving top marks in his final exams, having been nominated by Glasgow Kelvin College for an 'A' grade in the HND Accountancy course. As a Cancer, McCorkell's commitment to both artistic and academic excellence reflects the sign's characteristic drive for mastery.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
McCorkell was a member of PACE Youth Theatre until 2002, during which time he began landing television roles. His early work included the BAFTA-winning children's drama Jeopardy starting in 2002, the same year he joined River City.
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Trivia
- McCorkell played Derek 'Deek' Henderson in River City for a full decade, 2002–2012.
- He appeared in the pilot episode of Still Game as Joe the boxer, Winston's grandson.
- In 2016, McCorkell earned top marks in his HND Accountancy course at Glasgow Kelvin College and was publicly recognised for the achievement.
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Numerology
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
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Frequently asked
- How old is Gordon McCorkell?
- Gordon McCorkell is 42 years old (born July 1, 1983).
- When is Gordon McCorkell's birthday?
- Gordon McCorkell was born on July 1, 1983.
- What is Gordon McCorkell's zodiac sign?
- Gordon McCorkell is a Cancer, born July 1, 1983.
- What is Gordon McCorkell's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Gordon McCorkell was born in 1983, the year of the Water Pig.
- Where is Gordon McCorkell from?
- Gordon McCorkell is from United Kingdom.
- What does Gordon McCorkell do?
- Gordon McCorkell is a actor.
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