What is nigel thornberry?

Nigel Thornberry is a fictional character from the animated television show "The Wild Thornberrys," which aired on Nickelodeon from 1998 to 2004. He is the father of the Thornberry family and is married to Marianne Thornberry. Nigel is depicted as a nature show host who travels around the world with his family to film wildlife documentaries. He has a distinctive British accent and is known for his catchphrase "Smashing!" Nigel is portrayed as a well-meaning but bumbling father, often getting himself into humorous and awkward situations. The character of Nigel Thornberry was voiced by actor Tim Curry.