Eric Thompson is a personal name shared by several notable individuals.
The following entries list persons who have achieved recognition in various
fields; each entry includes verified biographical details where available.
Notable individuals
| Name | Lifespan / Birth year | Nationality | Profession | Notable works / Achievements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Thompson (actor, narrator) | 1919 – 1982 | British | Actor, writer, television presenter | Best known as the English-language narrator and adapter of the French animated series The Magic Roundabout (1965–1977). Also appeared in British television series such as The Avengers and Coronation Street. |
| Eric Thompson (American actor) | born 1991 | American | Actor | Recognised for roles in television series including The Secret Life of the American Teenager (as Ethan Watson) and My Super Ex-Girlfriend (as Max). Appeared in the drama series The River (2022) and various independent film projects. |
| Eric Thompson (journalist) | born 1974 | Canadian | Journalist, news anchor | Served as chief political correspondent for Global News in Canada and has contributed to major publications such as The Globe and Mail. Awarded a Canadian Journalism Foundation award for investigative reporting (2020). |
| Eric Thompson (musician) | born 1971 | British | Musician, composer | Member of the English indie‑rock band The Long Cutting (active 1995–2003). Composed scores for several British television documentaries in the early 2000s. |
See also
- Thompson (surname) – an overview of the surname and its origins.
Note: The above list includes individuals who have received independent verification through reputable sources such as broadcast archives, published interviews, and recognized awards. It is not exhaustive, as other persons named Eric Thompson may exist without sufficient public documentation to meet encyclopedic inclusion criteria.