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Roger Griffiths (born 6 February 1965) is an English actor who has had several roles in television.

Key Information

He first rose to prominence opposite Lenny Henry as Gareth Blackstock's foil Everton Stonehead in BBC One 1990s sitcom Chef!. Before starring in Chef, Griffiths played a minor role as a news reporter in the Channel 4 British sitcom Desmond's in 1990. Later in 1990, he appeared in an episode of Birds of a Feather, series 2, episode 4: "Muesli", as Daryl's fellow inmate.

Following the run of Chef!, Griffiths played a pirate named Captain Kevin in the BBC educational numeracy television series Numbertime.

Since then, Griffiths has played recurring characters on British soap operas. In 1999 and 2000, he played the role of DS Paul Timpney on police drama The Bill for five episodes. He joined the cast of Holby City in 2006,[1] after a run on EastEnders as DI Riddick, and on Family Affairs as Gabriel Drummond. He was a series regular in Vexed (2010–2012), and BBC One's Lenny Henry In Pieces in 2003. In 2010, he appeared in the Only Fools and Horses prequel, Rock & Chips, as Clayton Cooper. In 2016, he played the part of Newton Farrell in the Death in Paradise episode "The Blood Red Sea". He rejoined the cast of EastEnders in 2018 as Mitch Baker, the father of Keegan Baker. He left the series in December 2023.

Griffiths has also had minor film roles (such as Batman Begins and Buffalo Soldiers), and a minor role in the Doctor Who episode "Planet of the Ood". In 2018, he appeared in series 5 of Still Open All Hours.

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1991 Ama Joe
1996 Hard Men Lenny
1999 Greenwich Mean Time Denton
Tube Tales Charlie Segment: Grasshopper
2001 Buffalo Soldiers Simmons
2005 Batman Begins Arkham Uniformed Policeman
2007 Deadmeat Froggy
2013 Communion Inspector Matthews
Life Sentence Ray Short film
2014 Dangerous Mind of a Hooligan Rowentree
2015 Hard Time Bus Fitzy
2017 Bonded by Blood 2 D.S. Lyons
2022 The Mistress Don Short film

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
1986 London's Burning Lloyd Television film
1988 Small World Cleaner Mini-series; Episode 2: "The Lady of Situations"
Me and My Girl Brendan Series 6; episode 7: "A Bit of Overtime"
1989 Hard Cases Workman Series 2; episode 5
4 Play Bike Messenger Series 1; episode 6: "Shalom Joan Collins"
1990 Birds of a Feather Gary Series 2; episode 4: "Muesli"
1990–1991 Desmond's Leroy Smart Series 2; episode 3, and series 3; episode 3
1991 Casualty Philip Series 6; episode 4: "Hide and Seek"
Lazarus & Dingwall Suspect Episode 6: "The Little Red Mark on the Side of the Head"
1992 The Bill Malcolm Grant Series 8; episode 6: "Fair Play"
The Ruth Rendell Mysteries Roy Smith (painter) Series 6; episode 7: "An Unwanted Woman: Part Two"
1993–1996 Chef! Everton Stonehead Series 1–3; 19 episodes
1994 Class Act Roy Series 1; episode 6
Finney Doyle Episodes 3–6
1996 Thief Takers Jim Gillespie Series 1; episode 2: "Company of Strangers"
1997 Captain Butler Cliff Episodes 1–6
1998–1999 Numbertime Captain Kevin Series 5–7; 20 episodes
1999 Mike & Angelo Smith Series 11; episode 5: "Men in Brown"
Trust Trevor Macer 2-part television film
1999–2000 Comin' Atcha! Uncle Rudi Series 1; episode 5, and series 2; episodes 4–7
The Bill D.S. Paul Timpney Series 15; episodes 33–36
2000 Forgive and Forget Carlton Television film
Harry Enfield's Brand Spanking New Show Episodes 1 & 8
Lenny Henry in Pieces Various Unknown episodes
2001 Casualty Royston Phillips Series 15; episode 34: "Mix and Match"
Heartbeat Daniel Moketso Series 11; episode 4: "Legacies"
Dr. Terrible's House of Horrible Mozim & Unim Pawtont Episode 5: "Voodoo Feet of Death"
2002 Paradise Heights Bobby Fulton Series 1; episode 2
Sirens D.S. Steve Copley 2-part television film
2002–2003 Family Affairs Gabriel Drummond 28 episodes
2004 French and Saunders Series 6; episode 4
2004–2005 EastEnders D.I. Chris Riddick 18 episodes
2005 Spider-Plant Man Man on Train Television short film (for Comic Relief). Uncredited role
2005–2009 Dubplate Drama D-Brain Series 1–3; 14 episodes
2006 Doctors Patrick Turner Series 8; episode 7: "Full Disclosure"
My Family Radio DJ Series 6; episode 3: "The Spokes Person"
2008 Doctor Who Commander Kess Series 4; episode 3: "Planet of the Ood"
2009 Hustle Lennie Series 5; episode 5: "Politics"
2010 Rock & Chips Clayton Cooper Pilot episode
2010–2012 Vexed Tony Series 1; episodes 1–3, and series 2; episodes 1–6
2011 Doctors Ian Milligan Series 12; episode 196: "Saints and Sinners"
2014 Casualty Paul Mason Series 28; episode 39: "To Yourself Be True"
2016 Death in Paradise Newton Farrell Series 5; episode 7: "The Blood Red Sea"
A Midsummer Night's Dream Oberon Television film (CBeebies version)
Doctors Graham McAllister Series 18; episode 92: "Life Unexpected"
2017 Casualty Marty Williams Series 32; episodes 6, 10 & 16
2018 Still Open All Hours Mr. Norman Series 5; episode 6
Enterprice Paul Series 1; episodes 1–4
2018–2023 EastEnders Mitch Baker 439 episodes
2019 Waffle the Wonder Dog Grand Series 3; episode 11: "Waffle the Grand-dog"
2020–2021 The Rubbish World of Dave Spud Headmaster Series 2; 52 episodes
2021 Dodo Tom Toosley Series 1; episode 17: "Cosmic Frisbee"
2023 Dreaming Whilst Black Uncle Claude Series 1; 4 episodes

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Roger Griffiths (born 6 February 1965) is an English actor recognized for his extensive work in British television, particularly in soap operas and sitcoms. Best known for portraying the recurring character Mitch Baker in the BBC One soap opera EastEnders from March 2018 until his departure in December 2023, Griffiths brought depth to the role of a devoted father and partner within the Taylor-Baker family dynamic. He first gained significant attention in the for his role as the dim-witted Everton Stonehead in the comedy series Chef!, where he starred opposite across all three seasons from 1993 to 1996. Griffiths has a long history with , having previously appeared as Detective Inspector Chris Riddick in 18 episodes between 2004 and 2005, investigating major storylines involving characters like . His diverse television credits also encompass guest and recurring roles in popular series such as (17 episodes as Harvey Tyson), Casualty, , Doctors, and a brief appearance in . Since leaving , he has continued acting, including the role of Uncle Claude in (2023–2025). On the big screen, Griffiths featured in supporting capacities, including a uniformed in Christopher Nolan's (2005) and roles in films like Buffalo Soldiers (2001).

Early life

Childhood and family background

Roger Griffiths was born on 6 February 1961 in . Public information regarding his childhood and immediate family is extremely limited, as Griffiths has maintained a notably private away from his acting career. No details about his parents or any siblings have been disclosed in available sources, and there are no reported family connections to the arts or entertainment industry during his early years. Griffiths spent his childhood in , though specific locations or influences shaping his formative environment remain undocumented. His initial exposures to performance or entertainment are not publicly detailed prior to the start of his professional acting career in 1990.

Education and early training

Griffiths was born in on 6 February 1961, but specific details about his formal remain scarce in . No verified information is available regarding his attendance at particular schools or institutions during his youth. His initial steps into acting training are not well-documented, with no credible sources detailing enrollment in drama schools or workshops prior to his professional debut. Early stage experiences, such as school plays or amateur theater, are likewise not recorded in reputable biographical materials.

Career

Breakthrough and early roles

Griffiths made his professional debut in 1986, portraying the role of Fireman Lloyd Anderson in the television film , a centered on the exploits of a London fire station crew. This early appearance marked his entry into screen . Prior to gaining wider recognition, Griffiths built experience through stage work, including a performance in the play School's Out by Trevor Rhone at the Theatre Royal Stratford East, alongside actors Ram John Holder and Paul Moriarty. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, he took on minor television roles that honed his comedic timing, such as appearances in episodes of The Ruth Rendell Mysteries (1987) as Roy Smith and French and Saunders (1987). These were followed by parts like Roy in the comedy series Class Act (1994) and Doyle in the crime drama Finney (1994), which showcased his versatility in supporting ensemble casts. Griffiths' breakthrough came with his role as Everton Stonehead in the BBC sitcom Chef! (1993–1996), where he played the loyal but dim-witted opposite Lenny Henry's volatile head chef Gareth Blackstock. The series, spanning three seasons and 20 episodes, depicted the chaotic high-pressure environment of a kitchen, blending sharp humor with character-driven satire, and earned praise for its ensemble dynamics and Henry's lead performance. Griffiths' portrayal of the unflappable Everton provided and foil to Blackstock's temper, helping establish him as a prominent comedic in British television.

Television appearances

Griffiths portrayed Mitch Baker, the estranged father of Keegan Baker and ex-partner of Karen Taylor, in the from March 2018 to December 2023. Introduced when his van broke down outside The Arches, Mitch quickly became involved in family conflicts, including supporting Keegan through racist bullying and a shooting incident, while navigating tensions with Karen over their shared daughter Bailey. His storyline arcs encompassed jealousy-fueled schemes against Karen's partner , grief following the death of his brother Avery, and efforts to protect Bailey from abuse by her adoptive father Gray Atkins. In a dramatic exit on 8 December 2023, Mitch reunited with Karen and left with Bailey, Mia, and Mack Atkins for a new life away from the Square. Griffiths had a recurring role as Harvey Tyson, the ex-husband of nurse Kyla Tyson, in 17 episodes of the medical drama from 2006 to 2007. One of Griffiths' notable guest appearances was as Commander Kess in the episode "," which aired on in April 2008. In the episode, Kess serves as the ruthless security commander on the Ood Sphere, overseeing the subjugation of the species and clashing with the Doctor and amid revelations of corporate exploitation. His portrayal emphasized Kess's cold-blooded authority and descent into madness as the uprising unfolds. Earlier in his career, Griffiths appeared as Jim Gillespie in an episode of the ITV crime drama Thief Takers in 1996. The series followed a specialist police squad tackling serious crimes in , with Griffiths' character contributing to the procedural investigations in the episode "Company of Strangers." He later played Detective Sergeant Steve Copley in the 2002 ITV Sirens, a thriller about detectives probing a series of murders linked to a women's refuge. In the role, Copley assists in the tense inquiry amid personal and professional strains on the team. Griffiths also featured in anthology and episodic television, including as Charlie, a revenue inspector, in the "Grasshopper" segment of the 1999 production Tube Tales. This role highlighted everyday encounters turning confrontational, fitting the anthology's theme of short stories inspired by the Tube network. More recently, as of 2025, Griffiths appeared as Uncle Claude in the comedy series (2023–2025), a recurring role in the story of an aspiring filmmaker navigating the British television industry. He also guest-starred as Paul Belch in the fifth series of Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators (2025).

Film roles

Griffiths entered the film industry with a supporting role as Simmons in the 2001 satirical Buffalo Soldiers, directed by and starring as a scheming U.S. Army clerk navigating black-market dealings on a base in 1980s . His portrayal of Simmons, one of the unit's enlisted men entangled in the base's corrupt operations, contributed to the ensemble dynamic highlighting themes of boredom, opportunism, and moral decay in the post-Cold War military. In 2005, Griffiths appeared in Christopher Nolan's superhero origin film , playing an Arkham Uniformed Policeman during the pivotal sequence at where Batman intervenes in a mob-orchestrated patient transfer involving and Dr. Jonathan Crane (the ). This minor but atmospheric role placed him amid the film's exploration of Gotham's institutional corruption and Bruce Wayne's transformation into the vigilante. Later in his career, Griffiths took on roles in independent British films, showcasing his versatility in smaller productions. In Communion (2013), directed by Greg Hall, he portrayed Inspector Matthews, a figure in a about a disillusioned and a runaway girl on a transformative journey fraught with crime and redemption. The following year, in the crime thriller This Is a (also known as Dangerous Mind of a Hooligan, 2014), again directed by Hall, Griffiths played Rowntree, one of the assembled criminals in a botched heist involving former football hooligans. He concluded this phase with the role of Fitzy in Hard Time Bus (2015), a low-budget directed by Dean Charles about a man's chaotic path to maturity amid personal crises and street life in . These indie projects allowed Griffiths to embody authoritative or streetwise characters in narratives centered on urban struggle and heist gone wrong.

Personal life

Family and relationships

Griffiths maintains a private personal life, with limited public details available about his relationships. He has been in a long-term with Melville. Together, Griffiths and Melville have three sons: , Tyler, and Zain. No further public information on their family dynamics or any marriages has been disclosed.

Interests and other pursuits

Beyond his acting career, Roger Griffiths has expressed a deep passion for , often applying his creative eye to personal projects and assisting friends through word-of-mouth recommendations. He favors bold, statement pieces such as a large circular beveled mirror and an onyx-based lamp, which reflect a modern aesthetic in his home decor. Griffiths is an avid bargain hunter, frequently visiting charity shops, boot fairs, and antique markets to source unique items. This pursuit ties into his collecting hobby, where he amasses 1960s and 1970s art, including a print by and a brutalist vase, emphasizing pieces with historical or artistic significance over high cost. In terms of , Griffiths has supported educational initiatives through theater and arts workshops for children, participating in the Campaign of to help schools address social issues via creative expression. He has highlighted the value of involving young people in such programs, noting that art allows children to convey emotions non-verbally in therapeutic ways. Griffiths also maintains an interest in , having trained as a and previously operated a company, which he discusses as a fulfilling personal outlet for and .

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