Brian Richard Trueman (16 May 1932 – 1 September 2024) was an English broadcaster, writer and voice actor.
However, he also presented the BBC's children's film quiz Screen Test, taking over from original host Michael Rodd between 1979 and 1983.
[3] Prior to taking up a writing career Brian worked for many years on local programming in the North West,[4] from It's Trueman to Granada Reports.
[5] He also had a stint hosting Granada's film review show, Cinema, taking over from Michael Parkinson.
Trueman died following a short illness at Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport, Greater Manchester, on 1 September 2024, at the age of 92.