Actor Alexander Morton, known for The Witcher, has died

Alexander Morton, the Scottish actor best known for his role as Zoltan Chivay in the popular The Witcher franchise, has died at the age of 81. The news was officially announced on 17 April 2026, when developer CD Projekt Red shared the news on Instagram. They described Morton as the voice of Zoltan Chivay in both The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.

Career in the entertainment industry

Alexander Morton had a long and varied career in the entertainment industry. He became widely known for his role in the British comedy-drama series Monarch of the Glen, where he played Golly Mackenzie. Morton appeared in all 64 episodes of the series, which originally aired from 2000 to 2005. His work in Monarch of the Glen earned him plenty of praise from viewers and critics alike.

Outside his role in Monarch of the Glen, Morton also had notable guest appearances in other TV series such as Take the High Road and Taggart. In more recent years, he appeared in popular shows like Luther and Shetland, where he continued to show his versatility as an actor.

Contribution to video games

Alongside his television work, Morton was also active in the video game industry. He was recognised for his voice work in several popular titles, including LittleBigPlanet Vita, where he portrayed The Puppeteer, and Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch as Old Father Oak. He also lent his voice to multiple characters in other games such as Killzone 2, Fable 2, and Viking: Battle for Asgard.

However, the most significant role of his career was undoubtedly Zoltan Chivay, one of Geralt's most trusted friends in The Witcher games. Through this role, Morton left a lasting impression on the player community.

Reactions to his death

Following the news of his death, fans and industry colleagues shared many tributes, offering their condolences to his family and friends. CD Projekt Red, the developer behind The Witcher franchise, posted their condolences on Instagram, expressing their sadness at the loss of Morton and thanking him for his contribution to Zoltan's life. In their words: "The Continent already misses you." The message shows how loved he was, not only by his colleagues, but also by the fans who appreciated his work.

Morton's death is a reminder of the lasting impact actors have on the industry and on fans' hearts. He will certainly be missed.