Britt Allcroft, creator of Thomas the Tank Engine, dies at 81

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Britt Allcroft, the creator of "Thomas the Tank Engine," has died at the age of 81. Her daughter announced that she passed away in Los Angeles on Christmas Day. Allcroft was instrumental in adapting the beloved children's character for television. She launched the original series in 1984, which became a major franchise. In addition to "Thomas," Allcroft produced several spinoffs, including "Shining Time Station." She also created the animated series "Magic Adventures of Mumfie."


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