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Marc Silk (born 14 September 1972[1][2]) is a British voice actor.[3][4][5]

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Career

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During his school years, Silk was a quiet student who was aspiring for creativity. He presented a mock radio show for his media course, in which he performed an "unusual mix" of his heroes, interests and influences. The show caught attention from the mainstream media, with BBC Radio 4 building a feature on it.[4][5][6]

Many years later, Silk became a radio producer, practising his skills at home. He hosted a radio show in Coventry, directing other voice actors for promotions and doing sketches.[4][5][7][8] He was offered a job by BBC Radio 1, but he turned it down since he was nervous and was still learning. He did part-time work at BRMB,[4][5][9] and his father Reg Silk (5 June 1939–18 November 2005[10]), who was disabled and wore an artificial leg, would appear in Treasure Island as Charlton Heston's stunt double.[11]

In 1996, Silk founded his own company, named The Production Pit, to start working as a voice actor.[4][5][12] He cites Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Mel Blanc, Don Messick (whom he met at the age of 12 in 1985[13]), Daws Butler, Kenny Everett, Freddie Mercury, Aretha Franklin, Monty Python, and his parents as his influences.[6][14][15] In 1998, he was asked to present live continuity on CITV, filling in for Steve Ryde,[6][16] and also did voiceovers for promotions for the Disney Channel (at Teddington Studios[17]) and Cartoon Network.[6] He was also brought onto Radio 1 Breakfast to perform the voice of Scooby-Doo.[18]

In 1999, Silk was hired by George Lucas to provide the voices of Tey How and Aks Moe in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, recording them at Abbey Road Studios. Being a fan of Star Wars, Silk considered his work with Lucas "a genuine honour".[6] From 2000 to 2001, he voiced Johnny Bravo in bumpers for Cartoon Network, when Johnny "hosted" the "Toon FM" programming block on the channel, along with Brak from Space Ghost Coast to Coast, voiced by Dan Russell. He also provided the voices of Scooby and Shaggy Rogers in bumpers aired on Cartoon Network, CITV and Boomerang.[19] Silk's character vocal work also includes Chicken Run,[19][20] the US voice of Bob and several other characters in Bob the Builder,[21][22] The Pingu Show,[20] The Lingo Show, Strange Hill High, the 2015 reboot of Danger Mouse, and Go Jetters.[23][24][22]

In 2003, Silk started doing voiceovers for FM104 in Dublin.[25] Since 2015, he is the host of Symphonic Star Wars at the Royal Albert Hall.[26][27][28][3] He is also a supporter of The Brain Tumour Charity.[29]

Filmography

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Film

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Animation

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Vocal coach

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  • Share A Story (2013) – multiple BAFTA award-winning production (CITV)[43][30]

Shorts

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  • This Way Up (2008) – Undertaker (Academy Award-nominated)[30]
  • Don't Fear Death (2013) – Various voices[30]
  • Globbert (2013) – Globbert, Narrator[44][45][46]
  • A Christmas Panic! (2013) – Various voices (English version)
  • At-issue (2016) – Bartholomew Yogart[47]
  • The Imposter (2020) – Brutus the Robot[48]
  • Stingray: Deadly Concerto (2024) – Troy Tempest[49][24]

Television shows

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Documentaries

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  • Destroy All Monsters! (2011) – Narrator
  • IMC Needs You! (2011) – Narrator

Video games

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Live shows

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Theme park attractions

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Toys

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Television commercials

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Discography

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Audiobooks

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  • In the Night Garden...: The Bedtime Book (2016) – Narrator[70][30]
  • Danger Mouse: License to Chill (2016) – Danger Mouse, Ernest Penfold, Colonel K, Stiletto, additional voices[71][30]
  • Anderson Audio Adventures: Stingray (2022) – Troy Tempest[72][24]
  • Fireball XL5: Cloud of a Billion Lights (2022) – Steve Zodiac, Teng-Dit[73][74]
  • Doctor Who: Peake Season (2022) – Mortimer Seepgood, Clark[75]

Radio

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Marc Silk is a British voice actor renowned for his versatile performances across , video games, films, and television, with a career spanning over two decades that includes voicing iconic characters in major franchises. Born (1972-09-14) 14 September 1972 (age 53) in , England, Silk has built a prolific portfolio that showcases his range in character voices, from villains and narrators to comedic figures. His breakthrough in film came with roles as Aks Moe and Tey How in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), marking his collaboration with and establishing him in high-profile sci-fi projects. In , he has lent his voice to numerous and international productions, including over 50 characters in the revival of Danger Mouse (2015–2019), Grandmaster Glitch in the BAFTA-nominated (2015–2021), and Rigby in (2015–2020). Silk's video game credits further highlight his gaming industry impact, with standout performances as Sir Daniel Fortesque in MediEvil II (2000) and multiple characters like Specter and Spike in PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale (2012), as well as roles in the BAFTA-winning title (2001) and in (2018). Beyond screen work, he has provided voices for theme park attractions, including the Sorting Hat in experiences, and for machines, such as Splinter in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2020), and serves as the host of Symphonic Star Wars concerts at the Royal Albert Hall. Additionally, Silk is a patron of The Brain Tumour Charity and frequently appears as a guest at comic conventions and gaming events.

Early life and education

Childhood in Solihull

Marc Silk was born on 20 December 1972 in , West Midlands, . From a young age, Silk developed an interest in by listening to and imitating legendary performers such as , , , and David Graham, whose work in sparked his early fascination with character voices and performance.

Schooling and media interests

Silk attended Park Hall School in , part of the borough, where he was described as a quiet student with creative aspirations. As part of his schooling, he enrolled in a media course that introduced him to audio production and . During this course, Silk created a radio show, voicing multiple characters himself in an unconventional blend of his personal influences and interests, which demonstrated his innate talent for character imitation. He found the process exhilarating, as it merged his passions for music, , , and performing diverse voices. These school experiences fostered Silk's early hobbies in audio experimentation and narrative creation, shaping his trajectory toward professional voice work without any prior formal training in acting.

Career

Beginnings in radio and voice acting

Silk entered the radio industry shortly after completing his GCSEs, initially gaining practical experience through work placements and entry-level roles at local stations in the West Midlands. He began with filing duties in the record library at BRMB in Birmingham, which provided him an introduction to audio production environments. This early exposure fueled his interest in broadcasting, leading him to secure a position hosting a radio show at Mercia FM in , where he handled on-air duties, produced content, and directed other voice actors for station promotions and comedic sketches. During his six-month tenure at Mercia FM, Silk's performance caught the attention of BBC executives, resulting in an offer to host a show on . However, he turned down the opportunity, explaining that he felt unprepared after such a short time in the industry and did not want to risk underperforming on a national platform. This decision allowed him to continue honing his skills in a less pressured setting, deepening his understanding of audio engineering, scripting, and vocal performance. Transitioning from traditional radio hosting, Silk shifted toward by establishing his own , The Production Pit, dedicated to character voice creation and audio work. Through this venture, he took on initial professional voice gigs, including radio imaging—custom voice-overs for station branding—and contributions to commercials, which helped him develop versatility in accents, character impersonations, and technical recording techniques. These foundational projects in British radio and built his portfolio and expertise, setting the stage for more specialized voice work.

Breakthrough roles and major projects

Silk's breakthrough came in 1999 with his debut in a major film, providing the voices for Aks Moe and Tey How in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, where he collaborated directly with director on the production. This role marked his entry into high-profile cinematic voice work, showcasing his versatility in alien character voices for the blockbuster franchise. Building on this momentum, Silk expanded into animation and video games during the early 2000s, voicing the ensemble of chickens in the Aardman Animations feature Chicken Run (2000), which contributed to the film's critical acclaim for its character-driven humor. In gaming, he lent his voice to multiple characters, including the Good and Evil Consciences, in Lionhead Studios' Black & White (2001), a project that earned a BAFTA Interactive Entertainment Award for its innovative design and audio elements. These roles solidified his reputation for creating distinct, memorable personas across media. Throughout his career, Silk has maintained ongoing collaborations with the and other major studios, voicing characters in series such as and contributing to productions. A notable highlight is his role as host for the ' Music from Star Wars concerts since 2017, where he narrates and engages audiences with Star Wars lore alongside live performances by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. In recent years as of 2025, he has continued expanding his portfolio with voice roles such as Troy Tempest in the 2024 series remake, The in the 2025 animated film 7 Bears, and multiple characters in the 2025 Two Point Museum.

Vocal coaching and additional pursuits

In addition to his performance work, Marc Silk has served as a voice director and for CITV's BAFTA-winning Share A Story specials, a series of animated shorts produced to encourage children to share their experiences and promote emotional well-being. In this capacity, he guided young participants through techniques, helping them develop characters and deliver lines for the productions, which have been recognized for their educational impact. Silk's expertise in has positioned him as a sought-after speaker at creative conferences, universities, and schools across the and , where he shares insights on character creation, industry navigation, and vocal performance. Notable engagements include workshops at events like the One Voice Conference and lectures at institutions such as , focusing on the nuances of and gaming voice work. Beyond professional mentoring, Silk is a patron of The Brain Tumour Charity, actively supporting its initiatives alongside his dog , a Chihuahua-Beagle mix who accompanies him in awareness efforts. His personal passion projects extend to providing voice callouts for pinball machines, exemplified by his contributions to Stern Pinball's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2020), where he voiced multiple characters including , and later the 2023 machine.

Awards and nominations

BAFTA Awards

Marc Silk has received recognition from the of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) for his contributions to video games and children's programming, particularly in the realms of and . In the sector, Silk's work on early titles earned BAFTA Interactive Awards. For Black & White (2001), where he voiced the Good and Evil consciences along with 28 other characters, the game secured wins in the Artistic Achievement and Sound categories at the 2001 BAFTA Interactive Awards. Similarly, his portrayal of Sir Daniel Fortesque, Lord Palethorn, and other roles in MediEvil 2 (2000) contributed to the game's victory in the Best Adaptation category at the 2001 BAFTA Interactive Awards. These accolades highlight Silk's role in elevating narrative depth through voice performance in British-developed games that pushed boundaries. Shifting to children's television, Silk served as vocal coach and voice director for Share A Story, a CITV anthology series that garnered a BAFTA Children's Award in the Learning - Short Form category in 2013 for its innovative animation and storytelling approach. His guidance helped shape the vocal elements of user-generated stories brought to life by various UK animation studios, contributing to the production's success in fostering creativity among young audiences. Silk also received a nomination through his voice work as Grandmaster Glitch in the animated series . The show was nominated for the Pre-School Animation category at the 2016 BAFTA Children's Awards, recognizing its educational exploration of global landmarks via engaging character voices and animation. Overall, Silk's BAFTA honors underscore his enduring impact on British interactive entertainment, blending voice artistry with innovative and children's media to enhance immersive experiences.

Emmy and other nominations

Silk contributed voices to the British animated series (2013–2014), which received a nomination for the International Emmy Kids Award in the category. He provided multiple character voices, including Matthews, Tyson, and the Ghosts in Detention. In 2008, Silk voiced one of the undertakers in the animated This Way Up, which earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film. The film, directed by Adam Foulkes and Alan Smith, follows two inept undertakers on a delivery mishap and was praised for its blend of humor and visual style. Silk received a nomination in the Imaging Voiceover category at the 2022 IMRO Radio Awards for his work on FM104, Ireland's leading hit music station. His distinctive contributions helped define the station's branding through jingles and promotional imaging. Silk has also lent his voice to acclaimed projects such as (2015–2020), voicing characters including Captain Rigby in the series, which garnered multiple BAFTA Children's Award nominations for its production and animation. These efforts highlight his role in internationally recognized children's programming.

Filmography

Films

Marc Silk's film career began with voice roles in major feature films, marking his breakthrough in Hollywood. His debut came in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999), where he provided voices for the Neimoidian characters Aks Moe and Tey How. In 2000, Silk contributed additional voices to the animated feature Chicken Run, voicing various chickens in the Aardman Animations production directed by Peter Lord and Nick Park. Silk's work extended to short films, including the 2008 comedy This Way Up, an Oscar-nominated live-action short directed by Alan Smith and Adam Foulkes, in which he voiced the undertaker character. In 2013, he provided multiple voices for the short film Don't Fear Death, a comedy directed by Louis Hudson featuring Rik Mayall in one of his final roles.

Animation

Marc Silk has lent his versatile voice to numerous animated series and specials targeted at children and families, often portraying multiple characters per production to bring dynamic energy to ensemble casts. His early experience in radio broadcasting honed his ability to create distinct vocal personas, which seamlessly translated to animation voicing. In bumpers and promotional segments for Cartoon Network UK broadcasts, Silk voiced the titular character Johnny Bravo, delivering the show's signature cocky, Elvis-inspired bravado. For the US and Canadian versions of Bob the Builder, he provided voices for various characters, including the lead role of Bob, contributing to the series' educational appeal in construction-themed adventures from 2007 to 2011. Silk's extensive involvement in the 2015–2019 revival of Danger Mouse featured him voicing over 50 characters, including the villainous , showcasing his range in the classic British spy parody aimed at young audiences. In the ongoing series Go Jetters (2015–present), he voices the antagonist Grandmaster Glitch, a role in the BAFTA-nominated educational show about global exploration and problem-solving. Similarly, for the 2013–2014 series , Silk performed various voices, including Tyson and Matthews, in the Emmy-nominated stop-motion adventure blending school life with supernatural elements. More recently, in the 2020 pinball adaptation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Silk voiced key characters such as , , , Baxter Stockman, Baxter Fly, and , infusing the animated callouts with humor and intensity for family gaming experiences. In 2025, he provided all voices for the new animated shorts FUGGLERS, creating a whimsical world of quirky creatures in fresh family-oriented content.

Television series

Marc Silk has provided voice work for several television series, often in supporting or character roles that blend narration, , and episodic contributions. His television credits span live-action hybrids, dubbed content, and documentary narration, showcasing his versatility in bringing characters to life through . In The Pingu Show, Silk served as a narrator and provided various voices for the stop-motion series revival, contributing to its whimsical storytelling aimed at young audiences. For the rebooted puppetry-CGI series (2015–2020), Silk voiced Captain Wayne Rigby, a agent, appearing in multiple episodes starting from season three, along with additional voices to enhance the action-adventure narrative. Silk has voiced and Shaggy in promotional materials, commercials, toys, and games for UK broadcasts on UK and , capturing the humorous mystery-solving dynamic. In the live-action mystery series (2023–2024), Silk provided voice acting for characters including Zybok in the episode "Professor Y," as well as Journalist and Newsreader roles in episodes like "The ," adding depth to the period drama's investigative elements. Silk voiced Troy Tempest in : Deadly Uprising - Marine Minutes (2024–2025), a series of mini-episodes expanding the classic universe with new effects and narratives, where he also portrayed additional characters like Dirk Dune and Admiral to drive the underwater adventure storyline. His documentary work includes narration for Destroy All Monsters! (2011), a making-of special for the serial Carnival of Monsters, where Silk's voice guided viewers through the behind-the-scenes analysis of iconic creatures. In the recent animated series Happy Town (2025), Silk performed multiple voice roles, including Leon and other quirky characters, supporting the show's lighthearted, community-focused episodes narrated by .

Video games

Marc Silk began contributing to video games in the late 1990s, leveraging his experience in animation and film voice work to portray diverse characters in interactive media. His roles often involve ensembles of quirky or antagonistic figures, contributing to the immersive storytelling in strategy, action, and adventure titles. Notable among his contributions are performances in BAFTA-winning and nominated games, highlighting his impact on the industry. One of Silk's early video game credits was in MediEvil II (2000), where he voiced several characters, including the protagonist Sir Daniel Fortesque, the villain Lord Palethorn, The Count, and Winston Chapelmount. In Black & White (2001), a developed by , Silk provided the voices for the Good Conscience, Evil Conscience, and 28 additional characters, including various creatures; the title won a BAFTA Interactive Entertainment Award for Best Original Music. Silk's work continued with Overlord (2007), in which he voiced the mischievous minions, the advisor Gnarl, and other supporting characters, enhancing the game's dark humor and horde-based gameplay; the series earned BAFTA recognition for its innovative design. He also contributed various voices to PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale (2012), including Spike from Ape Escape, Specter, the narrator Sir Daniel, and others in this crossover fighting game. More recently, Silk has been involved in the Two Point series by Two Point Studios. In Two Point Hospital (2018), he voiced multiple characters such as Ricky Hawthorne, Sir Nigel Bickleworth, and Harrison Wolff, contributing to the game's satirical management simulation; the title received a BAFTA nomination for Best British Game. Similarly, in Two Point Campus (2022), he performed various roles in the university-building sequel, which was also BAFTA-nominated for Best British Game. In Shadows: Awakening (2018), an action RPG, Silk lent his voice to several characters including Morphew, Akram, Marib, Tesset, Shakkik, Piker, Famulus, and Sutler. For the pinball machine Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Arcade Game (2020) by Stern Pinball, Silk voiced six key characters: , , , Baxter Stockman, Baxter Fly, and , adding narrative flair to the interactive table. In 2025, he returned for Two Point Museum, voicing multiple major characters in this latest entry in the management series focused on curating exhibits and handling eccentric visitors.
Game TitleYearKey RolesNotes
MediEvil II2000Sir Daniel Fortesque, Lord Palethorn, The Count, Winston ChapelmountVarious voices in action-adventure sequel.
Black & White2001Good Conscience, Evil Conscience, Creatures (and 28 others)BAFTA winner for original music.
Overlord2007Minions, Gnarl, Additional VoicesBAFTA-recognized series.
PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale2012Spike, Specter, Sir Daniel (narrator), Additional VoicesCrossover fighter.
Shadows: Awakening2018Morphew, Akram, Marib, Tesset, Shakkik, Piker, Famulus, SutlerAction RPG ensemble.
Two Point Hospital2018Ricky Hawthorne, Sir Nigel Bickleworth, Harrison Wolff, Additional VoicesBAFTA-nominated for Best British Game.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (pinball)2020Splinter, Bebop, Rocksteady, Baxter Stockman, Baxter Fly, Casey JonesSix-character set for arcade pinball.
Two Point Campus2022Multiple CharactersBAFTA-nominated for Best British Game.
Two Point Museum2025Multiple Major CharactersManagement sim sequel.

Other media

In addition to his extensive work in film, animation, television, and video games, Marc Silk has contributed voices to various commercials, theme park attractions, live performances, audiobooks, radio imaging, and short-form media. Silk has provided voiceovers for several prominent television and cinema advertisements, including campaigns for tires across TV, cinema, and online platforms, as well as promotions featuring character voices like Shaggy and . For theme park attractions, Silk voices the Sorting Hat in Harry Potter experiences at , , Islands of Adventure, and the Worldwide Harry Potter Exhibition, a role he has held since 2022. He has also lent voices to multiple attractions, including Mini-Movies, and rides. In live shows, Silk served as the onstage host for the Symphonic Star Wars concerts performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall, beginning in 2015 and continuing through events in 2023, where he introduced iconic scores from the franchise. He has also appeared at conventions such as , engaging with fans through voice demonstrations. Silk's audiobook narrations include In the Night Garden...: The Bedtime Book (2016), where he served as the primary narrator, and Danger Mouse: Licence to Chill (2016), voicing characters such as Danger Mouse, Ernest Penfold, and Colonel K. On radio, Silk has provided ongoing station imaging for FM104 in Dublin since 2003, including promotional voiceovers that earned nominations for Best Station Imaging at the IMRO Radio Awards in 2022 and 2024. His credits in short films and miscellaneous media encompass voicing the title character and narrator in the animated comedy short Globbert (2013), an interactive app tie-in, as well as multiple new character voices in animated shorts for the FUGGLERS toy line released in 2025.

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