Bafta is child's play for Cant

TV veteran Brian Cant – known to millions for his appearances on Play School and Play Away, as well as voicing the Trumptonshire tales – is to be honoured by Bafta.
By The Newsroom
Published 23rd Nov 2010, 10:06 BST
Updated 23rd Nov 2010, 10:06 BST

The presenter, 77, is to receive the "special award" for his outstanding contribution to children's programmes.

Cant, originally an actor whose credits include early Doctor Who stories, was a key part of the childhoods of a generation of youngsters.

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The star joined Play School in 1964 and continued for more than 20 years, and also hosted the spin-off show Play Away. "This year will be very special for me, my wife and family. I'm looking forward to the presentation and to thanking Bafta," he said.