Peter Woods was born on November 7, 1930, in Romford, Essex, England, United Kingdom. As a renowned British journalist, reporter, and newsreader, he was one of the BBC's most recognized and respected broadcasters of his time. His remarkable career was marked by numerous notable achievements, including being the biological father of BBC broadcaster Justin Webb.
Woods' iconic status as a British newsreader made him a staple of comedy sketches and films throughout the 1970s and 1980s. His appearances in various productions, such as Monty Python, There's a Lot of It About, The New Statesman, and Jonnie Turpie's 1987 film Out of Order, cemented his place as a beloved and recognizable figure in British entertainment.
In addition to his work in television, Woods also lent his voice to various advertising campaigns, including a memorable 1980s advertisement for KP Cheese Dips. Furthermore, he participated in the 1977 Christmas edition of the Morecambe and Wise Show, delivering a hilarious rendition of the song "There Is Nothing Like a Dame" from the musical South Pacific.
In the mid-1980s until his passing, Woods narrated the "Railscene" videos, a series of documentaries about Britain's railways. He also narrated a set of five Castle Vision productions focusing on the steam trains of the "Big Four" British railway companies and British Railways.
Woods was married twice, first to Kathleen Marian Smith and then to Emma Jean Steer. He passed away on March 22, 1995, in Yeovil, Somerset, England, United Kingdom.
