Mark Benton

Mark Benton (born 16 November 1965) is an English actor and television presenter. He is known for his roles as Martin Pond in Barbara (1999–2003), Eddie in Early Doors (2003–2004), and Howard in Northern Lights (2006). Benton has also starred in the BBC One school-based drama series Waterloo Road as Mathematics teacher Daniel "Chalky" Chalk (2011–2014). In 2013, Benton took part in Strictly Come Dancing and in 2015, he hosted daytime game show The Edge.

Mark Benton
Born (1965-11-16) 16 November 1965 (age 58)
NationalityBritish
Occupation
  • Actor
  • television presenter
Years active1991–present
Spouse(s)Sarah Gardner
Children3

Since 2018, he has played the leading role of Frank Hathaway in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators on BBC One.

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