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      • Brian Richard Trueman (16 May 1932 – 1 September 2024) was an English broadcaster, writer and voice actor. He was known mainly for his work with the animation studio Cosgrove Hall. He wrote and/or narrated children's cartoon series, mostly during the 1970s and 1980s.


      Early life


      Trueman was born in Barton, Lancashire on 16 May 1932. He attended Stretford Grammar School and one year at the University of Manchester. During national service he served as a second lieutenant in the Royal Army Service Corps,


      Career


      Trueman's cartoons were originally shown on ITV, in its CITV programming slot. However, he also presented the BBC's children's film quiz Screen Test, taking over from original host Michael Rodd between 1979 and 1983. Prior to taking up a writing career Brian worked for many years on local programming in the North West, from It's Trueman to Granada Reports. He also had a stint hosting Granada's film review show, Cinema, taking over from Michael Parkinson.
      In 1951, in his youth, he appeared on stage for the Urmston Amateur Operatic Society (now the Urmston Musical Theatre) in a production of Merrie England, playing the role of Big Ben.


      Death


      Trueman died following a short illness at Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport, Greater Manchester, on 1 September 2024, at the age of 92.


      Filmography


      SuperTed (not to be confused with Mike Young's character of the same name) - Pilot episode
      Chorlton and the Wheelies
      Jamie and the Magic Torch
      Cockleshell Bay
      The Wind in the Willows - Henchman Weasel, Additional voices
      The Treacle People
      Screen Test
      Alias the Jester
      Danger Mouse - Stiletto Mafiosa, Additional voices
      The Reluctant Dragon
      Count Duckula - Nanny, Additional voices
      Victor and Hugo
      Truckers
      Budgie the Little Helicopter
      Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends - Writer (series 6 and 7 only)


      References




      External links


      Brian Trueman at IMDb
      Brian Trueman discography at Discogs
      Web site

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