Ben Whitehead is a British voice actor, widely recognized for his work in the popular Wallace and Gromit animated franchise. He is best known for providing the voice of Wallace, taking over the role from the character's original actor, Peter Sallis, starting in 2009.
Whitehead's involvement with Aardman Animations, the creators of Wallace and Gromit, predates his role as Wallace. He notably voiced Gromit in several of the earlier Cracking Contraptions short films. His portrayal of Wallace has featured in various productions, including the Telltale Games series Wallace & Gromit's Grand Adventures, the interactive story Wallace & Gromit's Big Fix Up, and the upcoming film Vengeance Most Fowl.
In addition to his prominent contributions to the Wallace and Gromit universe, Whitehead has an extensive career in voice acting across numerous other projects. His credits include voicing The BFG in the 2016 video game adaptation of The BFG, various characters in the MMORPG Star Wars: The Old Republic, and roles in radio dramas such as The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. He is noted for his versatile vocal talents and his ability to skillfully carry on the vocal legacy of beloved animated characters.