David McCallum Quotes

A collection of quotes by David McCallum.

David McCallum is a Scottish actor and musician, born on September 19, 1933, in Glasgow, Scotland. He gained worldwide fame for his portrayal of Illya Kuryakin, a Russian secret agent, in the 1960s television series "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." McCallum's character became an iconic figure in the popular spy genre of the time.

Prior to his breakout role in "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.," McCallum had already made a name for himself in the acting industry. He began his career on stage in the early 1950s and later transitioned into film and television. Some of his notable early works include the British crime film "Hell Drivers" (1957) and the World War II drama "The Great Escape" (1963).

After the success of "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.," McCallum continued to appear in various television series and films, including the crime drama "Colditz" (1972-1974) and the medical drama "NCIS" (2003-present). In the latter, he portrays the character of Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard, a forensic scientist and medical examiner, which has garnered him a new generation of fans.

Outside of acting, McCallum is also an accomplished musician. He has released several albums over the years and is particularly skilled with the guitar and harmonica.