John Leeson, voice of Doctor Who robot K9, dies at 83
John Leeson, the actor known for voicing K9 in Doctor Who, has died at the age of 83 after a summer of illness.
Son confirms peaceful passing
His son Guy Ducker shared the news on Facebook and stated that the end was peaceful. The actor was born John Ducker in 1943 before adopting his stage name after training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
Career highlights and roles
Leeson appeared in television shows such as Dad's Army, Crown Court and The Bill alongside his voice work. He originally voiced the metallic dog from 1977 to 1981 before reprising the role for anniversary specials and spin-offs.
Community tributes follow
Ducker thanked the Whovian community for the love shown to his father over the decades. The actor remained a beloved figure in British science fiction until his death on Sunday.
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- The Guardian
- Variety
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