Legendary voice actor David Graham, known for his iconic roles in Thunderbirds, Doctor Who, and Peppa Pig, left a fortune of £1.2 million in his will, probate documents have revealed.
The star died in September 2024 at the age of 99, leaving behind a substantial estate valued at £1,235,001.
Graham's will, which was made in 2010, has now come to light, showing how the actor chose to distribute his wealth among family members, friends, and charitable causes.
The gross value of his estate rose to £1,242,770 according to the probate documents.
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The beloved actor, whose distinctive voice brought to life characters that entertained generations, made detailed provisions for his fortune to benefit both his loved ones and several worthy causes.
The majority of Graham's fortune will go to his American relatives, with his niece Elizabeth Rehfeld receiving 30 per cent of the estate and his nephew Jonathan Smith inheriting 20 per cent.
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Smaller percentages were allocated to friends, including fellow actor Christopher Benjamin, who also appeared in Doctor Who.
In a touching tribute to Benjamin, Graham wrote: "I would like Christopher to know that this small gift is a token of my gratitude for his devoted friendship to me throughout my professional life. Man has no better friend."
Sadly, Benjamin never had the opportunity to read these heartfelt words, as he died in January this year.
The remaining money stipulated in the will was originally intended for Graham's sister Ruth, with provisions that it would pass to her children, Elizabeth and Jonathan, if she predeceased him.
Graham demonstrated his philanthropic nature by donating to numerous charities through his will.
Among the beneficiaries were the Prostate Cancer Charity, the Medical Foundation for the Victims of Torture, and the Actors Benevolent Fund.
He also left money to the North London Hospice and several Jewish organisations, including the Nightingale House Home for Aged Jews, Jewish Care, and World Jewish Relief.
Save the Children Fund was another charity to benefit from the actor's generosity.
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PAThese donations reflect Graham's commitment to supporting causes related to health, humanitarian aid, his Jewish heritage, and the acting profession that defined his long career.
The charitable bequests ensured that Graham's legacy extended beyond his memorable performances to make a positive impact on various communities and individuals in need.
Born in London in 1925, Graham initially served in the Royal Air Force as a radar mechanic before pursuing acting after studying at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre in New York.
His most memorable role was voicing Aloysius Parker, Lady Penelope's cockney chauffeur in Thunderbirds during the mid-1960s.
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BBCHe also voiced Gordon Tracy and Brains, the technical genius behind International Rescue, in the same series.
Graham terrified generations as the voice of the Daleks in Doctor Who, explaining in a 2015 interview: "I created it with Peter Hawkins, another voice actor. We adopted this staccato style, then they fed it through a synthesiser to make it more sinister."
More recently, he delighted younger audiences as Grandpa Pig in Peppa Pig and as Wise Old Elf and Mr Gnome in Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom.
His screen appearances included roles in Coronation Street, The Bill, Doctors, and Casualty.
