Peter Greenwood was an Australian actor best known for his roles in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, The Rescuers Down Under, and The Flunky. He was born on October 17, 1962, in Sydney, Australia, and passed away in January 2021 in the USA due to complications from COVID-19.
Personal and Family Life
Details about Peter Greenwood’s personal and family life are not extensively documented. However, he was known to have worked in various roles beyond acting, including voice work and merchandising design. Greenwood’s career included significant contributions to projects related to major franchises like Star Wars and Star Trek.
Career and Achievements
Peter Greenwood had a diverse career that included voice acting for animated shows and commercials. He even served as the operator for the Energizer Bunny for three years. His voice was featured in radio spots, including his work on the cult classic “Thunderbirds” and the Vitronox Swiss Army knife advertisement, for which he received a nomination for an Australian Cleo award.
Death and Legacy
Peter Greenwood passed away in January 2021 in the USA from complications related to COVID-19. His contributions to voice acting and his involvement in popular films and shows have left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, particularly in the realm of animation and merchandising.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Rescuers Down Under | 1990-11-16 | Radio Announcer / Airplane Captain (voice) |
| Big Bad BeetleBorgs | 1996-09-07 | Sword Warrior (voice) |
| Power Rangers | 1993-08-28 | Aquafiend (voice) |
| Big Bad BeetleBorgs | 1996-09-07 | Mace Warrior (voice) |
| The King of Queens | 1998-09-21 | Support Group Guy |
| Rafferty’s Rules | 1987-02-12 | Robert Guthrie |