Dave Thompson
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- This article is about the British comedian. For other people of this name, see David Thompson.
Dave Thompson is a British stand-up comedian and actor, who hit the headlines in July 1997 after being sacked from the role of Tinky-Winky in hit children's television series, the Teletubbies. The BBC said in a letter to Thompson that his "interpretation of the role was not acceptable". Thompson recounted bursting into tears upon learning the news. In interviews, he supposed that the fact his voice was dubbed, unlike the other actors, was an indication of dissatisfaction over his performance. The tabloids overflowed with coverage of his misfortune. The Sun started a reinstatement campaign on his behalf.
He has since appeared in the film based around Ben Elton's script Maybe, Baby.
