Dominic West has been cast as lothario Dudley Wrangel Clarke in the new BBC One drama SAS: Rogue Heroes, the BBC confirmed on Tuesday. The actor, 51, is taking on the role of the World War II spy, who was known to be surrounded by women who were referred to as 'Dudley's Duchesses'. In October last year, Dominic was seen sharing a scooter ride and caught kissing actress Lily James, 31, during a trip to Rome. New role: Dominic West is set to portray lothario Dudley Clarke in new BBC drama SAS: Rogue Heroes, the BBC confirmed on Tuesday Referring to the incident, a source told The Sun of Dominic's casting: 'Viewers would be forgiven for thinking Dominic was getting typecast in roles on the back of what's happening in his private life.