John Profumo was a British politician. In The Crown, he is portrayed by Tim Steed.
Biography[]
John Dennis Profumo, CBE, was a British politician whose career ended in 1963 after a sexual relationship with the 19-year-old model Christine Keeler in 1961. The scandal, which became known as the Profumo affair, led to his resignation from the Conservative government of Harold Macmillan.
Trivia & Behind the Scenes[]
- Ben Miles, who portrayed Peter Townsend, later portrayed Profumo in the 2019 TV series, The Trial of Christine Keeler. The TV series covers the same events as the Season 2 finale, "Mystery Man."
Appearances[]
| Season 2 Appearances | ||||
| Misadventure | A Company of Men | Lisbon | Beryl | Marionettes |
| Vergangenheit | Matrimonium | Dear Mrs. Kennedy | Paterfamilias | Mystery Man |