Acting
Denise Bryer
Denise Bryer, born on January 5, 1928, is a prominent English voice actress whose career spans several decades, marked by a range of memorable roles across various media. She gained significant recognition in the UK for her dual performance as the nefarious Zelda and the brave Capt. Mary Falconer in the iconic Gerry Anderson series, Terrahawks. Bryer also made a name for herself in the United States, lending her voice to Billina in Disney's 1985 adventure film, Return to Oz, and portraying The Junk Lady in the beloved 1986 movie, Labyrinth.
Her career began to flourish when she voiced Twizzle in The Adventures of Twizzle, another Gerry Anderson project. Bryer continued her collaboration with Anderson, voicing characters in Four Feather Falls, including Ma Jones and Little Jake. Additionally, she brought to life Kiki The Frog in the series Hector's House and portrayed Noddy in the classic children's show. In the realm of dubbing, she voiced Commander Makara in the Japanese puppet series Star Fleet, further showcasing her versatile talent.
Outside of her screen work, Bryer was also active in radio and children's recordings, contributing to the entertainment landscape in the UK. Notably, she was the first wife of Nicholas Parsons. In recent years, she appeared in Big Finish's Doctor Who audio dramas, showcasing her enduring presence in the world of voice acting.
