Alexander Morton, the Scottish actor best known for providing the voice of Zoltan Chivay in the English-language versions of The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, has died at the age of 81. His passing was confirmed in April 2026, with records indicating he died during that month following a long and distinguished career in stage, television and voice acting.
Born on March 24, 1945, in Glasgow, Scotland, Morton trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in London from 1965 to 1968. Over a career spanning more than five decades, he became a familiar presence in British television, particularly known for his roles in enduring series such as Taggart, River City, and Monarch of the Glen, where he portrayed the beloved ghillie Golly Mackenzie across all 64 episodes from 2000 to 2005.
His perform in the Witcher franchise brought him international recognition among gaming audiences. As the voice of Zoltan Chivay — the loyal dwarven companion and veteran fighter who aids Geralt of Rivia throughout the narrative — Morton delivered a performance marked by warmth, wit, and gravitas. His portrayal contributed significantly to the character’s popularity, with fans praising the authenticity and emotional depth he brought to the role across both major installments of CD Projekt Red’s acclaimed series.
Beyond his screen and voice work, Morton was a respected figure in Scottish theatre. He was a founding member of the Raindog Theatre Company in the early 1990s alongside notable collaborators such as Robert Carlyle. With Raindog, he took on demanding stage roles, including a Scots-language adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth and R.P. McMurphy in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, both directed by Carlyle. These performances underscored his versatility and commitment to innovative, ensemble-driven theatre.
Morton’s television career similarly included a long-running portrayal of the character Andy Semple in the soap opera Accept the High Road during the 1980s and 1990s, and later, a significant stint as Billy Kennedy in River City, a role he reprised in the reveal’s 20th-anniversary special in 2022. His final screen appearances were in the early 2020s, after which he retired from acting in 2022.
He is survived by his wife, Jane Morton. Tributes have emerged from colleagues and fans alike, highlighting not only his professional accomplishments but also his personal warmth and dedication to his craft. Co-stars from Monarch of the Glen and River City have spoken publicly about his kindness on set and his influence as a mentor to younger actors.
In the wake of his passing, discussions have resurfaced regarding the lasting impact of voice acting in video games, particularly how performers like Morton helped elevate narrative depth in interactive storytelling. His work as Zoltan Chivay remains a touchstone for fans of the Witcher series, frequently cited in community discussions and retrospectives on the game’s audio design and character development.
As of now, no official public memorial or funeral details have been released by his family or representatives. Further updates regarding any commemorative events or tributes will be shared through official channels as they become available.
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