TV Series Character
Bertie is first seen rescuing Thomas's passengers after Thomas gets stuck in a snowdrift adjacent to Mrs Kyndley's cottage, though the character is not properly introduced until the following story, Thomas and Bertie. Bertie's most famous adventure was challenging Thomas to a race in which Thomas eventually won. Bertie also had to chase after Edward after he left the station without Thomas' passengers. Bertie the bus has also appeared in several other adventures.
He is one of the best known non-rail characters in the television series. He is cheerful and boisterous, and although he enjoys a good-natured rivalry with the engines, he is most usually seen helping them out, whether bringing passengers or assisting when the railway is out of action.
From 2011 onwards, Bertie is now currently voiced by Rupert Degas (UK/US) in the CGI version of the series.
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