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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
True story behind Siegfried Farnon from All Creatures - from wife to tragic end
Siegfried Farnon is a standout character in Channel 5's adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small, and is based on the real-life figure of veterinary surgeon Donald Sinclair Siegfried Farnon, the eccentric owner of Skeldale House veterinary practice, is a standout character in Channel 5's adaptation of All Creatures Great and Small, which has recently arrived on Netflix. The heartwarming family drama's inaugural series is now ready for streaming, drawing inspiration from the cherished books penned by Yorkshire vet Alf Wight, who wrote under the pseudonym James Herriot about his escapades as a country vet. The vibrant characters that inhabit the All Creatures books and their television adaptations are based on real-life individuals, including Siegfried, who was modelled after Alf's actual boss, Donald Sinclair. Samuel West, who portrays Siegfried on screen, discussed how the series represents his character and whether it aligns with Donald Sinclair's true experiences. He expressed contentment with the portrayal when asked about the inclusion of his character's history with his late wife. For those intrigued by the true story behind Siegfried Farnon, here's what happened to him, including aspects of his personal life. Donald Sinclair took over his veterinary practice in 1939, but the call of wartime duties led him to serve in the Royal Air Force the following year. Alf Wight was recruited to run the practice during Donald's absence, but due to falsifying his age, Donald was soon asked to retire his RAF uniform and return to his veterinary duties. The Irish Times reveals that Donald Sinclair maintained a complicated relationship with how he was depicted in Alf's written works, calling it a "real test" of their friendship. Robert Hardy, renowned for playing Siegfried in the original BBC adaptation, encountered the actual Donald Sinclair and observed that he appeared completely unaware of his own eccentricities. Donald Sinclair died at his residence in 1995, merely two weeks following the death of his beloved wife Audrey, his companion for more than five decades. Actor Samuel, when speaking about his role to Masterpiece, revealed: "In the original books, Siegfried is a bachelor, but I was very pleased that they decided to go with what happened to the real Donald Sinclair, which was that his wife had died." He felt this enhancement brought greater complexity, explaining: "I thought that was a proper piece of homework that made it much more interesting, for Siegfried to have that history, that backstory." He discovered richness in portraying someone who wasn't merely a former heartthrob but had also experienced a meaningful marriage, as he put it: "It's much more interesting to play somebody who was quite a beau in his youth, but had a deeply loving, and I think sexually very happy, relationship with his wife, which then ended without children." Samuel depicted Siegfried as a character tormented by the memory of a past love: "He's felt a bit blocked ever since. He's still in love with his wife, and she's only four years dead. None of that really appears in the series- I'm talking about two things that happened four years, or 19 years, before the series begins- but it is all underneath." He emphasised the significance of infusing his role with depth and realism, just as much as the storylines themselves: "It's not a Chekov play, but actually it becomes important; it's got to be believable. It's got to be textured on the same level. It's got to matter." All Creatures Great and Small airs on My5
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
All Creatures Great and Small to make TV comeback but fans will be gutted
Channel 5 is set to air the first series of All Creatures Great and Small once again, but watching it will be bittersweet for fans of the TV show The beloved series All Creatures Great and Small is making a comeback on our telly screens, but it's set to be a bittersweet experience for fans. Channel 5 will be airing the first series of All Creatures Great and Small once again, with the inaugural episode scheduled for Monday, August 11, at 4pm. First hitting our screens in September 2020, All Creatures Great and Small has since been adapted into five series, allowing fans to journey back to the show's humble beginnings. Revisiting the debut episode, You've Got to Dream, will undoubtedly stir up nostalgia among viewers. However, it'll also be tinged with sadness as we see Dame Diane Rigg reprising her role as Mrs Pumphrey. The late actress graced the first season of All Creatures Great and Small with her presence, before being succeeded by Patricia Hodge in the second series, reports the Express. Diane passed away in 2020 from lung cancer at the ripe age of 92, marking All Creatures Great and Small as one of her final television endeavours. She featured in a total of two episodes. Patricia then stepped into the shoes of Mrs Pumphrey during the second season, which premiered in September 2021. The main cast of All Creatures Great and Small includes Samuel West, Anna Madeley, Nicholas Ralph, Callum Woodhouse, and Rachel Shenton. James Anthony-Rose joined the ensemble in the fourth series. Set against the backdrop of Northern England in the 1930s and 40s, the series is based on Alf Wight's books about a Yorkshire veterinary surgeon, published under the pseudonym James Herriot. All Creatures Great and Small centres on a trio of vets in the Yorkshire Dales, with Samuel West as Siegfried Farnon, Nicholas Ralph as James Herriot, and Callum Woodhouse playing Tristan, Siegfried's younger sibling. The opening episode's blurb for All Creatures Great and Small goes like this: "Newly qualified veterinary surgeon James Herriot travels from his home in Glasgow to the Yorkshire village of Darrowby for a job interview at Siegfried Farnon's practice. Siegfried takes James to his first job treating an abscess in a gelding's hoof. James meets Helen Alderson while treating an injured calf, and she urges him to stand up to Siegfried, who will respect him." It continues: "The locals get James drunk and he mixes up a pair of cats while trying to feed them, resulting in Siegfried almost neutering the wrong one. James manages to prove himself after saving the lives of a cow and her calf, leading Siegfried to offer him a permanent job as his assistant."
Malaysian Reserve
29-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Siegfried expands national presence with addition of a Dallas-Fort Worth Market
WILMINGTON, Del., July 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Siegfried Group, LLP (Siegfried) is pleased to announce it has opened a Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) market, representing a significant milestone in the Firm's strategic growth. DFW becomes Siegfried's 19th market and a key addition to its South region, which includes Houston, TX; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; and Florida. This strategic expansion reflects Siegfried's long history of supporting companies in the DFW area and its commitment to cultivating meaningful and productive relationships with financial executives, empowering our high-performing professionals, and creating lasting impact for our clients in one of the nation's most dynamic business hubs. 'DFW is a thriving center of business innovation and growth, making it an ideal location for our Firm and the services we provide,' said Peter Mozzone, who joins the DFW leadership team as a Managing Director. 'We are excited to help CFOs and executive teams in DFW clarify what matters most – then deliver elite financial talent to make it happen.' Peter has provided five-star client service for more than 10 years at Siegfried. His leadership will be complemented by a skilled local team with a deep understanding of the unique needs of the DFW business community. 'Our team has laid a strong foundation across Texas, and we're thrilled to expand our presence in the DFW area,' said Matt Baer, Regional Managing Director for Siegfried's South region. 'With more than 60 Fortune 1000 companies in the region, DFW offers a compelling place for us to continue working with high-profile and dynamic growth companies on their most important accounting and finance initiatives.' For more information about Siegfried's services or career opportunities in DFW, visit For a list of Siegfried's locations, visit About Siegfried The Siegfried Group, LLP (Siegfried) is a national, relationship-driven professional services organization. Led by our higher purpose to help people transform themselves into better leaders to exponentially improve their lives, we partner with financial executives at Fortune 1000 and other dynamic companies and provide them with a powerful combination of talent delivery, leadership advisory, and financial advisory services. With these services, we assist leaders with enhancing clarity and prioritization, while matching them with the high-performing talent needed to execute their most important accounting and finance initiatives. Contact: Dylan Gerstley (302) 388-9433 dgerstley@
Korea Herald
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Daniil Simkin would like to 'break free' into ballet's new frontiers
Star ballerino to perform 'Swan Lake' with Universal Ballet It is not always easy to find yourself in the classical stories of ballet, says Daniil Simkin. Yet at the heart of these works, he sees something universally resonant — 'the romantic idea of breaking free from constraints and following one's passion.' The internationally acclaimed ballet star, a former principal dancer with American Ballet Theater and Staatsballett Berlin, is back in Seoul to perform Prince Siegfried in 'Swan Lake' with Universal Ballet. The shows, scheduled for July 19 and 23 at the Seoul Arts Center's Opera Theater, mark Simkin's first full-length performance in Korea. He will dance with Universal Ballet's principal ballerina Hong Hyang-gee. Set to Tchaikovsky's sweeping score, 'Swan Lake' has been reimagined in many different ways since its 19th-century premiere. In Universal Ballet's version, the tragic romance between Prince Siegfried and Odette, a princess turned into a swan by a sorcerer's curse, ends in Siegfried's death. 'Depending on the ending, you have to find yourself in that particular version of the ballet,' Simkin said during a press conference in Seoul on Tuesday. 'So in a way, my Prince Siegfried (here) does not take 'no' for an answer. He follows Odette even if it's into his demise.' Celebrated for his technique and charisma, Simkin is often recognized as a technician, but 'Swan Lake,' he says, demands a different kind of mastery, one that calls for greater subtlety and taste. 'It's about control, not about how many turns you do, but how you finish them. You try to push as a dancer — that's what excites me when it comes to technique. It's, in a way, an analogy to the human condition. But for 'Swan Lake,' you have to make it tasteful. It's more about the bigger picture, the characterization of the role as well.' Still, he hinted with a smile that he would slip in "a couple of small things" here and there. Now, as a freelance artist who mostly performs in gala programs around the world, Simkin finds full-length narrative ballets to be a rare and meaningful opportunity. Earlier that day, he took company class with Universal Ballet dancers — an experience he especially enjoyed for its roots in the Russian style — and said he would get into very good shape. 'It's a great pleasure to still perform full-length works. And to be with such a traditional company, even just for a short time, feels like a privilege and an enjoyment.' Simkin said that, more than the result, he is focused on the process. 'What's important for me is to feel that I'm part of something bigger. This is what drives me right now. All I can do is give it my all, be part of the company, and together strive for something great.' Beyond the stage, Simkin has been expanding his role in the ballet world. In 2021, he founded Studio Simkin, a production company that seeks to reimagine ballet for the digital age. The studio creates works that blend classical technique with new technologies, immersive media and interdisciplinary collaboration, as he sees the untapped potential of ballet in embracing other mediums. 'I'm following my inspiration, my impulse to further our form of dance in new ways,' he said. 'Combining it with cutting-edge technology, expanding dance into immersive spaces, I want to advance our art form and bring it closer to the contemporary human being.'
USA Today
21-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Boston Celtics jersey history No. 20 Larry Siegfried (1963-70)
Boston Celtics jersey history No. 20 Larry Siegfried (1963-70) The Boston Celtics have had players suiting up in a total of 68 different jersey numbers (and have three others not part of any numerical series) since their founding at the dawn of the Basketball Association of America (BAA -- the league that would become today's NBA), worn by well over 500 players in the course of Celtics history. To commemorate the players who wore those numbers, Celtics Wire is covering the entire history of jersey numbers and the players who sported them since the founding of the team. With 25 of those jerseys now retired to honor some of the greatest Celtics to wear those jerseys, there is a lot of history to cover. And for today's article, we will continue with the first of 31 people to wear the No. 20 jersey, Boston guard alum Larry Siegfried. After ending his college career at Ohio State, Siegfried was picked up with the third overall selection of the 1961 NBA draft by the (then) Cincinnati Royals (now, Sacramento Kings). The Shelby, Ohio native sat out until he signed with Boston in 1963, however, and played the first seven seasons of his pro career with the team, ending when he was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 1970 expansion draft held to populate their roster. During his time suiting up for the Celtics, Siegfried wore only jersey No. 20 and put up 11.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game. All stats and data courtesy of Basketball Reference.
