Jim Wiggins (13 March 1922 – 1999) was an English actor, best known for his role as Paul Collins in the long-running television soap Brookside.

Jim Wiggins
Born(1922-03-13)13 March 1922
Birkenhead, England
Died1999(1999-00-00) (aged 76–77)
London, England
Occupationactor
Years active1942-1997
Spouse(s)Patricia Wiggins, Joan Wiggins
ChildrenPeter Wiggins, Claire Wiggins, Kerry Wiggins

Wiggins was born in Birkenhead. An amateur actor for many years, he finally turned professional in 1978, having had careers in the Army, civil service as a teacher and later a Deputy Headmaster. As well as his role in Brookside (from 1982 to 1990), he appeared in a number of other television series. These include The Gentle Touch, The Bill, Agatha Christie's Partners in Crime, Emmerdale Farm and The Professionals. He died in London.

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