David Walliams, Rochelle Humes Join Teletubbies Voice Cast

LONDON: David Walliams, an author, actor, comedian and presenter, and singer/presenter Rochelle Humes have come on board the voice cast of CBeebies’ new Teletubbies series, produced by Darrall Macqueen.

Walliams and Humes join existing cast members Jim Broadbent, Fearne Cotton, Jane Horrocks, Daniel Rigby and Antonia Thomas. Serving as Voice Trumpets, the pair will be featured in Teletubbies‘ sophomore season, which is due to debut on CBeebies in the spring. The show’s second installment will also introduce a new area of Teletubbyland, a new Tubby Car and a new signature song for the Tiddlytubbies, among other elements.

Walliams commented: “It’s really thrilling to be asked to take part in Teletubbies; it’s such an iconic show and it’s watched all around the world by millions and millions of children, it was just too good a thing to turn down.”

Humes stated: “I’ve always been such a big fan of the Teletubbies. My sister and I used to watch it together when we were younger and as I now have a little girl, it was a real ‘no-brainer’ to be part of it. I jumped at the chance to be involved.”

Kay Benbow, controller for CBeebies, added: “We are thrilled to welcome David and Rochelle to join the fun in Teletubbyland. The series has already attracted a stellar cast of British talent and David and Rochelle are no exception. We can’t wait to hear how their distinctive voices and personalities add another layer of fun and magic to the show.”