Which actor plays American preacher Billy Graham in season 2 of The Crown?

Paul Sparks plays American preacher Billy Graham in season 2 of The Crown.

Graham appears in the season 2 storyline as a prominent American evangelist whom Queen Elizabeth consults. Historically, Billy Graham was one of the best-known Christian preachers of the 20th century and became an influential figure in American religious and public life through large-scale evangelistic campaigns, radio and television broadcasts, and relationships with several U.S. presidents.

The role is often confused with other American figures in the series. Michael C. Hall plays President John F. Kennedy, while Clancy Brown portrays President Lyndon B. Johnson in season 3. John Heffernan plays Lord Altrincham, a British critic of the monarchy, not Graham. Paul Sparks is also known for roles in Boardwalk Empire and House of Cards, but in The Crown his featured season 2 credit is specifically Billy Graham.