William "Bill" Hunter (1940-2011) was a prolific and acclaimed Australian actor, known for his deep voice and his ability to embody archetypal Australian characters. His career, which spanned over fifty years, reached a turning point during the Australian New Wave with prominent roles in films such as *Newsfront* (1978) and *Gallipoli* (1981). For these performances, he won two Australian Film Institute Awards, for Best Actor in a Leading Role and Best Actor in a Supporting Role, respectively. In the 1990s, he gained international fame with iconic supporting roles in global hits such as *Strictly Ballroom* (1992), *The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert* (1994), and *Muriel's Wedding* (1994). His versatility also led him to voice acting, lending his voice to the character of the Dentist in the animated film *Finding Nemo* (2003), solidifying his status as a beloved and recognizable figure in cinema.