John Leeson, the iconic voice of K-9 in Doctor Who, has died at age 83. Leeson, born John Ducker in 1943, trained at RADA and began his career in repertory theatre before landing the role that defined his legacy. His portrayal of the robotic canine in 54 episodes transformed K-9 from a temporary prop into a beloved TARDIS regular.
Leeson's skill brought the character to life, making "Affirmative" as iconic as the Daleks' "Exterminate." He returned to the role multiple times over 15 years, including in The Sarah Jane Adventures and Big Finish audio dramas. Beyond Doctor Who, Leeson voiced Bungle in Rainbow and appeared in Blake's 7, Minder and Doctors. He is survived by his wife Judy Griffiths and son Guy Ducker.
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