Ken Barrie

Ken Barrie, born Leslie Hulme, was a distinguished English voice actor and singer celebrated for his remarkable contributions to children's television. He is best known for lending his voice to the beloved character Postman Pat and various other roles in the iconic series, which aired from 1981 to 2017. In addition to his voice work, Barrie performed the series' memorable theme tune, further cementing his legacy in children's entertainment. His vocal talents extended to other BBC shows in the 1980s, including the theme songs for Hi-de-Hi! and Charlie Chalk.

Throughout his career, Barrie showcased his versatility as a singer and narrator, providing vocal performances for numerous films and commercials. He was the singing voice for prominent actors in several feature films such as George C. Scott in Jane Eyre (1970), Horst Buchholz in The Great Waltz (1972), and Larry Hagman in Applause (1973). Barrie's musical contributions also included soundtracks for movies like Sharks' Treasure (1975), Emily (1976), and Silent Scream (1979).

Barrie was married to Doreen Pye in 1954 until her passing in 2009. The couple had two children, Paul and Lorraine. Tragically, their son Paul, a talented music engineer, lost his life in a road accident in 1998 at the age of 38. Ken Barrie's legacy lives on through his extensive body of work and the joy he brought to audiences.