William Franklyn Death
William passed away on October 31, 2006 at the age of 81.
William Franklyn death quick facts:
When did William Franklyn die?
October 31, 2006How old was William Franklyn when died?
81
William Franklyn Birthday and Date of Death
William Franklyn was born on September 22, 1925 and died on October 31, 2006. William was 81 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: September 22, 1925
Date of Death: October 31, 2006
Age at Death: 81
William Franklyn - Biography
William Leo Franklyn (22 September 1925 – 31 October 2006) was a British actor, perhaps best known for voicing the "Schhh... You Know Who" adverts for Schweppes from 1965 to 1973. He also performed on stage, film, television and radio, taking over from Peter Jones as "The Book" (the narrator) in the third, fourth and fifth radio series of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. He is also known for his portrayal of Sexton Blake for BBC Radio 4 in 1967.
