Peppa Pig and Doctor Who voice actor David Graham has passed away at the age of 99. News of Graham’s death was reported by the BBC, having confirmed it with Jamie Anderson, a producer who had a great working relationship with the actor. Audiences across the pond no doubt know Graham well for his roles in notable science fiction TV shoes including Thunderbirds where he provided the voice for Parker and Gordon in addition to several voices for classic Doctor Who episodes, including the villainous Daleks. For younger audiences, his part in Peppa Pig as Grandpa Pig served as the perfect voice to help their favorite character through an adventure of the day.
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Anderson wrote to the BBC, “Just a few weeks ago, I was with 2,000 Anderson fans at a Gerry Anderson concert in Birmingham where we sang him happy birthday – such a joyous occasion. And now, just a few weeks later, he’s left us… From the Daleks to Grandpa Pig and numerous voices for Anderson shows including Brains, Gordon Tracy and the iconic Parker. He will be sorely missed.”
Thunderbirds is the other massive TV show that Graham will be known for. He worked very closely with creator Gerry Anderson on that series. The producer’s account tweeted out a message of thanks for Graham’s career after the news surfaced as well. “We’re incredibly sad to confirm the passing of the legendary David Graham,” they posted. “The voice [of] Parker, Gordon Tracy, Brains and so many more. David was always a wonderful friend to us here at Anderson Entertainment. We will miss you dearly, David. Our thoughts are with David’s friends and family.”
A Long Career For David Graham In Television
Hearing Graham talk about the old days of acting was quite a treat. His distinctive tones can be picked out pretty easily once you’re familiar with other work he’s done. During a previous appearance on Good Morning Britain, the actor spoke about how he found the voice for Parker on Thunderbirds. It turns out, we all have a random waiter to thank for that!
“He took me to a pub, and there was an old guy waiting on table,” “Graham began. “And, he came up and said, ‘Would you like to see the wine list sir?’ So, that was the birth of Parker.” I sort of did all sorts of H’s and stuff. I kind of enriched the voice, but that was the birth of him.”
Our thoughts and prayers are with Graham’s family at this time.
