Overview

• British actor Ian Pepperell, known for his role as Roy Tucker in The Archers, has died at the age of 53 following a long illness.
• Pepperell's portrayal of Roy Tucker was praised for its depth and complexity, capturing the character as both genial and anxious, funny and sad.
• In addition to his work on The Archers, Pepperell also appeared in the TV soap EastEnders and numerous stage productions.
• Jeremy Howe, editor of The Archers, described Pepperell as the 'perfect Archers actor' and expressed that his death is a tragic loss.
• Pepperell also ran a pub called The Star Inn in Ringwood, UK with his wife Nikki.