Thunderbirds and Peppa Pig actor David Graham dies aged 99
David Graham, known for lending his voice to beloved UK television programs such as Thunderbirds and Peppa Pig, has passed away.
The star, who was born in London, reached the age of 99.
Jamie Anderson, the child of Gerry Anderson who created the Thunderbirds, took to X to pay his respects, describing Graham as an "iconic" actor.
Graham gave life to the Thunderbirds puppet characters Gordon Tracy, the scientist Brains, and Lady Penelope's chauffeur, Aloysius "Nosey" Parker, in the show that follows the undercover International Rescue team.
"We will deeply miss you, David. Our hearts are with David's friends and family," Anderson shared in a post on X announcing the sad news on Friday.
Anderson honored Graham, who was also the voice behind the sinister Daleks in Doctor Who, by stating, "David was truly a great friend to everyone at Anderson Entertainment."
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Anderson mentioned to the PA news agency: "Not long ago, I was at a Gerry Anderson concert in Birmingham with 2,000 of his fans, and we celebrated his birthday by singing to him. It was a truly delightful event."
"And now, just a few weeks later, he is no longer with us. David was consistently warm-hearted and willing to share both his time and his skills. And what exceptional skills they were."
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Emphasizing the various roles portrayed by Graham, Anderson remarked, "His absence will be deeply felt."
Graham reprised his role as Parker for ITV's reboot, Thunderbirds Are Go, which aired from 2015 to 2020. However, he did not participate in the 2004 live-action movie, where Ron Cook played the character instead.
The classic Thunderbirds series from 1965 was developed by Gerry Anderson, who passed away in 2012, along with his second wife, Sylvia, who provided the voice for Lady Penelope and passed away in 2016.
Graham also voiced Grandpa Pig in the children's series Peppa Pig and lent his voice to characters in Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom.
He appeared in live-action roles in shows like Doctor Who, Coronation Street, and Casualty.
