Peter Tuddenham, actor, born November 27 1918; died July 9 2007. The amiable actor Peter Tuddenham died aged 88, he was always content to remain in supporting roles; in fact, he was most recognised for his off-screen work. He provided the contrasting voices of the computers in the science-fiction series Blake's 7 . Tuddenham remained a genial character, and was an unfailingly popular guest at sci-fi conventions. Rosie, his second wife, and their son Julian survived him in 2007, together with a son from his first marriage. Another son had predeceased him.
Just as well known for his voice work on British radio. He was also the unseen voice of the computers Zen, Orac and Slave in the cult sci-fi TV series "Blakes 7".
He began career in repertory as a youth and entertained troops during WWII with the British Armys Stars in Battledress program.
He appeared in 49 of the 52 episodes of "Blakes 7" , more than anyone other than Michael Keating and Paul Darrow.
