Ray Alan
Ventriloquist and actor, performed on TV
Born
1930
95 years ago
Died
May 24th, 2010
15 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An English ventriloquist and actor, recognized for a career that combined ventriloquism and acting on television. Successfully created and performed characters that captivated audiences, appearing in various television shows, notably 'The Ray Alan Show'. Contributed as a screenwriter for television content, displaying creativity in the art of puppetry and performance. Engaged with entertainment beyond traditional ventriloquism, culminating in a distinctive legacy within British entertainment.
Performed on 'The Ray Alan Show'
Wrote for various television programs
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