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Valentine Dyall (7 May 1908 – 24 June 1985) was an English character actor. He worked regularly as a voice actor, and was known for many years as "The Man in Black", the narrator of the BBC Radio horror series Appointment with Fear.
Valentine Dyall. Actor: The Haunting. He could have been described as the "British Vincent Price". This distinguished actor was probably best known for his voice work. His low, resonant and mellifluous tones were employed to chill and excite for at least half a century.
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- London, England, UK
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- Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England, UK
Valentine Dyall. Actor: The Haunting. He could have been described as the "British Vincent Price". This distinguished actor was probably best known for his voice work. His low, resonant and mellifluous tones were employed to chill and excite for at least half a century.
- May 7, 1908
- June 24, 1985
Valentine Dyall (7 May 1908 – 24 June 1985) was an English character actor. He worked regularly as a voice actor, and was known for many years as "The Man in Black", the narrator of the BBC Radio horror series Appointment with Fear.
Oct 31, 2015 · A Date With Dyall. Writer and actor Jonathan Rigby celebrates the life and broadcasting career of Valentine Dyall – horror's original Man in Black.
Nov 4, 2003 · A personal account of growing up with radio in Liverpool during the war years. Mentions Valentine Dyall, a popular actor who played various characters in ITMA, a comedy show.
Jun 11, 2024 · Valentine Dyall was known by many as ‘The Man in Black’ due to his deep, dramatic voice that was perfect for serious roles. In 1951, he turned his hand to comedy - and almsot immediately panicked.
