One of British TV's most popular performers with a career that spanned over four decades, funny-man Bob . He also acted in the Carry On films. The TV career of one of Britain's bestloved entertainers began in 1947, when he appeared with comic partner Denis Goodwin. [15], In 2008, the British Film Institute was contacted by Monkhouse's daughter, Abigail, who asked if they would like to view the collection and provide some advice as to the best way of preserving it. God bless you Bob and thanks for the memories. My thoughts are with his widow and daughter. Yet, in 2007, he made a "comeback", appearing in a new TV campaign advertising a prostate cancer charity. 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Mr Prichard said Monkhouse was still working six weeks before his death, despite being in a great deal of pain. ", Monkhouse, 74 at the time, added: "I can still enjoy sex at 74 - I live at 75, so it's no distance.". He was 75. Read our, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}. In 1995, he poked fun at his legacy when he told the Independent: What will I leave behind me? Monkhouse, who lives in a Tudor farmhouse in Bedfordshire, has also suffered encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. Amongst shows rediscovered were many featuring Monkhouse himself, including The Flip Side, a 1966 play in which he starred as a television DJ with his own late-night show, and the 195758 series of his comedy My Pal Bob, including an episode in which he is suspected of an extramarital affair. I'm 33 and he's one of the first faces I can remember seeing on the TV as a child. Hilary, Guildford, UK, Witty, funny and as sharp as a razor. Robert Alan Monkhouse OBE (1 June 1928 29 December 2003) was an English comedian, writer and actor. The governor has left us with legacy of comic treasures. To his presentation and the obvious love he had for the genre. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances, Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. Each email has a link to unsubscribe. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, during the night, he said. He learned Yiddish to get Jewish function bookings and joined all three political parties to get their bookings. Veteran comedian Bob Monkhouse told of the devastating effect the death of his youngest son had on him. Bob was 75 at the time, having marked his birthday some months earlier in June. I know no one else like him and will probably never find another. One of the nicest people in this business, always found time to stop for a chat. He was 75. I once met Bob in 1959, when I was a young boy. "We've lost one of the greatest comics England has ever produced," he said. He added: "The family requests privacy at this very unhappy time.". After his death, tributes were paid by many figures in the world of entertainment. Unlike other hosts of the time, such as Sir Bruce Forsyth, the star had been spared the criticism of other comedians. He worked a punishing schedule. More info. He was the guv'nor," said Mr Prichard. Enter your password to log in. The hero pulls down his trousers and lies down. I first caught sight of him in the morning as I was entering the hotel to book in with my party. And she goes to pluck the mushroom and continues plucking it for about five minutes.". The star died on 29 December aged 75, at his home in Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, after fighting bone and prostate cancer for more than two years. A Great Entertainer See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. A great comedian and a superb 'ad-libber'. It was my ambition to appear on Wipeout and meet him in person, sadly this can now never be. Craig Warner, Hayden, Idaho, USA, I grew up in the 80s with Bob constantly on the TV. A genuinely funny man has left us.Paul Curran, Lowestoft, A true gentleman, a true comedian, a true workaholic and now a legend. Read a selection of your e-mails below. He would arrive at any function or cabaret with specially written, individual material for every occasion," said fellow entertainer Des O'Connor. He was 75. Too ill to contribute the programme instead featured narration and contributions from fellow professionals. I want to die in the saddle. Alex Penn, Horsham, Sussex, It was a sad end to year for his family and friends, and an end to a era of one of the greatest comedians to have lived. He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his two-and-a-half year battle against cancer, said Peter Prichard. Bob Monkhouse. . As an actor, his credits included Carry On Sergeant and Thunderbirds Are Go! The advertisement was made with the support of Monkhouse's estate and supported by poster campaigns, including award-winning panels displayed in London Underground trains. He explained that he found it difficult to know how to react to their jibes without seeming pompous because he had been around for so long. he was 20, which caused a rift with his parents. Not only has Bob died today, but a huge chunk of showbusiness has too. God bless you, Bob. They had three children before they divorced in 1972 and he leaves one daughter, Abigail. When his joke books containing his gag collection were stolen in 1995 it was headline news, with huge interest in the public appeal and a 10,000 reward offered for their return. The show lasted three series and showcased comedians of many generations. He also became a favourite with impressionists, and, as his comedy style fell out of favour in the 1980s, he was mocked[who?] But those gentlemen aside there are quite a number of people who are difficult to get on with because they haven't cracked it.. Monkhouse once said: "I'll never stop working. He fell out with his parents over his marriage to first wife Elizabeth when he was 20, never making up with his father. Born in Beckenham, Kent, in June 1928, Monkhouse started out as a comedy writer and rose to become one of the country's top comics with a highly polished on-screen persona that people seemed to either love or hate. Died December 29, 2003 (75) Add to list Awards 2 wins Photos Known for Dentist in the Chair 5.0 Writer 1960 Carry on Sergeant 6.3 Charlie Sage 1958 The Big Noise TV Series Writer 1964 6 eps Dentist on the Job 5.2 Writer 1961 Credits Edit Writer27 Actor32 Music Department1 Additional Crew1 Self135 His support for up-and-coming comedians and his knowledge of the people working in the industry was legendary. Id have paid good money to stay out of here. Thanks for the memories Bob, your wit and devilment was a wonderful gift you shared with all. Our thoughts and prayers are with his . "Bob was a major entertainment figure for nearly half a century with both the BBC and ITV," he said. British comedian Bob Monkhouse, who wrote jokes for Bob Hope and Frank Sinatra in a 50-year showbusiness career, died on Monday aged 75, his manager said. He died peacefully in his sleep after a two-and-a-half year battle. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. I only 'discovered' his magic some 4 years ago but am so glad I did. He was a great entertainer. Bob Monkhouse passed away due to prostrate cancer. Born in Beckenham, south London, in June 1928, Monkhouse developed his talent for comedy while a pupil at nearby Dulwich College. Speaking of his own sense of loss, Mr Prichard said: "I knew it was coming, but when you get the news you realise we have lost one of the greatest comics that England has ever produced.". 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Soon after, the then-24-year-old comedian realised that there was a false mirror on the ceiling and that other party guests were watching behind it. Our thoughts are particularly with his wife Jackie and daughter Abigail at this very sad time. The star, who died from prostate cancer aged 75 in 2003, is to appear in a campaign about the disease that killed him.The ad-makers have taken archive footag. Gary died of cerebral palsy in the early 1990s. In 1979 he starred in US sketch comedy television series Bonkers! Browse Bob Monkhouse movies and TV shows available on Prime Video and begin streaming right away to . Despite being plagued by self-doubt, the late stars talent is best illustrated through his writing talent. His death has come to a very big shock to me and I will miss him very much. 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