Britt Allcroft, Creator of ‘Thomas the Tank Engine,’ Dies at 81
She wanted to create an unconventional show that would enchant children. And she knew she found her perfect narrator in Ringo ...
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Britt Allcroft, creator of 'Thomas & Friends', passes away at 81
Britt Allcroft, known for bringing the Railway Series books to life as Thomas & Friends, died at 81. After forming the Britt Allcroft Company with her husband, Angus Wright, Allcroft spent years ...
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Britt Allcroft, Who Brought Thomas the Tank Engine to TV, Dies at 81
Her conviction led her to finance much of it herself, even mortgaging her house, she said in a 1995 interview with Australia ... to posters and puzzles. “Thomas & Friends” is now one of ...