Doctor Who News - Nabil Shaban 1953-2025
The actor and writer Nabil Shaban has died at the age of 72.
Nabil Shaban will be best remembered by Doctor Who fans for his portrayal of Sil, the character created by Philip Martin for the 1984 story Vengeance on Varos. He returned in the following season in Mindwarp and later recreated the character in audio form for Big Finish.
Nicola Bryant, who played Peri alongside Shaban, paid tribute to him. Nabil Shaban was born in Amman, Jordan, and was diagnosed with brittle bone disease as a child, resulting in him moving to England for medical care.
After graduating from the University of Surrey, Shaban founded the Graeae Theatre Company, an organisation of disabled artists and theatre makers.
Nabil Shaban was a talented actor and writer.
Author's summary: Nabil Shaban died at 72.