London Underground's 'mind the gap' man Phil Sayer dies

[xxMATTGxx]

A lot of people won't know who this person is by name but if you have ever been to London and used the Underground or even visited a train station around the UK then you have most likely heard Phil Sayer's voice when one the announcements are played. Especially the "Mind The Gap" announcement.

The man whose voice was familiar to millions of Londoners from his “mind the gap” tube announcements has died.

Phil Sayer, 62, whose voice was heard daily on London Underground platforms, as well as on many automated PA systems on railway stations across the UK, died on Thursday from cancer.

His wife, Elinor Hamilton, made the announcement on Facebook, writing: “Phil Sayer – voice of reason, radio, and railways. A dearly loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. We are sorry to announce that this service terminates here.”

Source: http://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2...r-dies-aged-62

[Lucy]

Fair to say that his legacy will likely live on for years to come. RIP.

[Alkaz]

Yeah I hope they don't change his voice to one of those awful automated voices. Loved his wife's statement.