Po was known for her scooter, and soft voice (Image: BBC) But do you know who played the popular red character? Her identity has been revealed as English actress Pui Fan Lee.

Actor Pui Fan Lee, who played Po from 1997 to 2001, later played a lesbian in Channel 4 show Metrosexuality, where her behaviour was far removed from Teletubbies.

The Teletubbies, aired by the BBC, became a smash hit when it first aired in 1997, running until 2001. Pictured from left, characters Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po ...

Teletubbies (Nick Jr., weekdays). The Teletubbies, Po, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Tinky Winky, are back – or perhaps it’s we who are back. They’ve doubtless been busy in Teletubbyland the whole time ...