Theodore "Ted" Nicoloff, better known as Walker Boone (May 4, 1944 – January 29, 2021), was a Canadian actor. He was best known as the voice of the

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in the DIC-produced animated series ''

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'' and '' Super Mario World'' as well as his role as Commander Lynch in '' Star Trek: The Next Generation''.

Early life and career

Boone was born on May 4, 1944, as Theodore Nicoloff. He attended the McGill University Faculty of Law before embarking on a teaching career in

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and

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. In the 1980s, he left his teaching career behind to take up a career in acting.

Personal life

He had two children, Jason and Larissa Nicoloff, one grandchild named Savannah and a partner known as Vicki. He also owned a farm which he was said to tightly maintain.

Death

Boone died on January 29, 2021, at the age of 76. News of his death was not made aware to the public until August 11 of that year."Walker Boone, voice of Mario in two '90s animated shows, has passed away – Nintendo Everything" https://nintendoeverything.com/walker-boone-voice-of-mario-in-two-90s-animated-shows-has-passed-away/

Filmography

Film

Television

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Boone, Walker 1944 births 2021 deaths Canadian educators Canadian male film actors Canadian male television actors Canadian male voice actors McGill University Faculty of Law alumni