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Comedian Bob Monkhouse dies of cancer at the age of 75. In 1979 he starred in US sketch comedy television series Bonkers! His manager, Peter Prichard, said the entertainer died peacefully at his. Monkhouse hosted Wipeout from 1998 until a few months before his death in 2003. Initially, we found half a dozen TV shows that we knew to be missing.". Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. [25] Using computer animation techniques and a sound-alike actor, Monkhouse was seen in a graveyard next to his own grave (though in reality he was cremated) talking about the disease seriously, interspersed with humorous asides to another camera ("What killed me kills one man per hour in Britain. I send my heartfelt condolences to his family.Ian Peter, Southport, England, A Great Man Monkhouse also appeared in 12 films including Carry On Sergeant. A real comedian and personality in the original sense of the word. The gun, launcher and camera were props. Am I going to be nasty? My thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.Alana Sinclair, New Zealand, Bob Monkhouse was a giant in the entertainment business. Suddenly I was in fashion again and reaching new people. Audiences regularly topped 15 million. Thanks for all the laughs, Bob xAngela Taylor, England, TV & the world of comedy will never be the same again.John Emley, Prestwick, Scotland, Usually when someone famous dies there is a dramatic outpouring of grief for someone most of us never knew - well in this case, I am truly saddened because Bob Monkhouse was a man who never failed to make me laugh - he was 'saucy' without being crude and he always put a smile on my face.Nichola, Dundee, There aren't many comedians that I went out of my way to watch and follow but Bob was the exception. After his death, tributes were paid by many figures in the world of entertainment. Monkhouse died in 2003 of prostate cancer. [11] Many of the films in his collection were seized and not returned to Monkhouse. When he came on stage to entertain us the very first thing he said was that there was a lady in the audience who was celebrating her birthday today. He went on to host more than 30 quiz shows on British television. We've lost one of the greatest comics England has ever produced.". Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Monkhouse was allegedly lured into a bedroom by a very attractive and comely young dancer, according to a 2014 Flashbak article. You can unsubscribe at any time. Bob Monkhouse dies King of Comedy loses battle with cancer (December 2003) This site closed in March 2021 and is now a read-only archive Previous . Too ill to contribute the programme instead featured narration and contributions from fellow professionals. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard. Bob Monkhouse passed away due to prostrate cancer. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances, Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. A le g endary drinke r Monkhouse would consume two bottles of wine and half a bottle of whisky a day, including "a large one" before going on stage. His manager, Peter Prichard, said the entertainer died peacefully at his Bedfordshire home on Monday morning. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout. Brian Wickings, Worthing, England, I have grown up watching Bob Monkhouse, and he will be sorely missed, he was a legend in his own right and although I may only be 23 myself, my friends and I agree that this comedy genius will be remembered and praised for years to come such as the likes of Bob Hope and Morecambe and Wise. I guess what really sums up Bob for me was that despite some of the crude and crass humour that exists on today's television, Bob never sunk to that level to get a laugh, he was the consummate professional, and was a "Family" entertainer which in today's world of comedy is a rare treasure. A Man Already Greatly Missed. In the 1980's it was "uncool" to like Bob Monkhouse because of the Alternative Comics appearing on the circuit. Simon, a teacher, had a history of depression. They don't make them like Bob any more! 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. Last year Monkhouse was back on stage for the Royal Variety Performance where he got the biggest cheer of the night. With Julia Sawalha, Lucille Ball, Michael Barrymore, Jackie Clune. Keep on joking Bob.Michael Anazapela, Aberdeen, A brilliantly funny, inventive and above all sincere performer - Max Miller's "There'll never be another!" It was catalogued and restored to digital formats for a major event at British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) on 24 October 2009. Will be sadly missed as a friend. He got them back a year later. Mike Hayes, Portsmouth, An inspiration to all comics. Monkhouse, who died from prostate cancer in 2003, also hosted many popular game shows including Family Fortunes, Celebrity Squares, The Golden Shot and others. Monkhouse died in 2003 of prostate cancer. That's even more than my wife's cooking."). He presented the broadcast for two years between 1996 and 1998. His film archive began in the late 1950s. Always charming and self effacing, he never had a bad word to say about any of his colleagues and, unlike some, never ridiculed his public. Monkhouse escaped after he kneed Hamilton in the groin and ran away but later admitted that he spent nearly six years fearing repercussions. He married his first wife Elizabeth in 1949 when So long Bob.. His loss is like losing a beloved family member. The wit and ability to think on his feet was his trademark. [7] From 1987 to 1989, he hosted three series of the revival of the talent show Opportunity Knocks, which aired as Bob Says Opportunity Knocks. Bob Monkhouse died from prostate cancer in 2003 after a two-and-a-half-year battle (Image: GETTY) The Independent's Giles Smith commented that Monkhouse "told me this quite candidly" in a 1995. Alan Ball, Runaway Bay, Australia, I have grown up with Bob on my T.V screen, he was the king of game shows because of his razor sharp wit. One more star has disappeared from the British theatres and TVs. The couple separated in 1967[19] and divorced in 1972. Robert Alan Monkhouse OBE (1 June 1928 29 December 2003) was an English comedian, writer and actor. Mr Prichard said he was "choked" to deliver "the very, very sad news". He was 75. I saw him live a few years ago and whilst a little 'blue' I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes. One of his biggest successes was The Golden Shot from July 1967 until January 1972 and again from July 1974 to April 1975. 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. 17,029 pages were read in the last minute. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died at his Bedfordshire home aged 75. In a piece written several years after Monkhouse's death, critic and satirist Michael Deacon suggested that although Monkhouse had feared that his legacy as a comedian would be limited, as many people knew him only from his decades of work as a game-show host, his style of writing and performing could be seen as influencing many contemporary British comedians, such as Jimmy Carr (whose book on comedy The Naked Jape quoted several Monkhouse jokes), Michael McIntyre, Peter Kay, John Bishop, Lee Mack and Tim Vine.[18]. He won a contract with the BBC after his unwitting RAF group captain signed a letter that Monkhouse had written telling the BBC he was a war hero and that the corporation should give him an audition. Ever the showman, he continued to work on a new series of the popular daytime quiz Wipeout, as well as a number of one-off shows. Contents 1 Early life and career 2 Writing and acting success 3 Stand-up comedy 4 Game shows 5 Chat show I never got to work with him, but I did meet him once, and immediately, I could see why people who HAD worked with him called . The marriage ended after 18 years after they had three children - Abigail, Gary and Simon. He was appearing in south sea with Yana. A day is wasted for me if I haven't done something even mildly creative.". for his slickness and accused of insincerity. He learned Yiddish to get Jewish function bookings and joined all three political parties to get their bookings. The late comedian was among Britains top entertainers and is believed to have inspired contemporary funnymen including Jimmy Carr, Michael McIntyre and Peter Kay. Mrs. Valerie Darling, Kettering, Northamptonshire, Bob was consistently one of the funniest blokes around. Bob Monkhouse Supremely accomplished stand-up comic and game show host, whose self-assured manner on screen masked a personal life dogged by loss and disappointment Dennis Barker Mon 29 Dec 2003. The ad showed him in a graveyard, purportedly next to his grave, making pointed jokes about the illness. Bob died peacefully in his sleep this morning at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.". I nervously approached him and immediately could sense the warmth and sincerity of this man. 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. After national service in the RAF, he conned his way into the BBC - by duping an Army psychiatrist into signing a letter requesting an audition, on the grounds that it would be the only cure for Corporal Monkhouse's delusional psychosis. Among other writing, Monkhouse wrote more than 100 Harlem Hotspots erotic novelettes. My recovery has been dramatic and I'm ready to go back to work.". He spent 50 years in television, hosting TV game shows such as Family Fortunes and appearing in 12 films. Bob Monkhouse passed away due to prostrate cancer. A genuinely funny man has left us.Paul Curran, Lowestoft, A true gentleman, a true comedian, a true workaholic and now a legend. Monkhouse was said to have been furious by the discovery and stormed out, only to be confronted by Ms Dors. [6][bettersourceneeded] While still at school, Monkhouse wrote for The Beano and The Dandy and drew for other comics including Hotspur, Wizard and Adventure. He married first wife Elizabeth at 21, but had several affairs - including one with Diana Dors - and the marriage quickly went sour - although the couple stayed together until 1966. Comic Simon Cartwright did a play as him years after his death and people thought it was the real deal. The show was broadcast by the BBC in 2016 and again in November 2019 and April 2020. He will always be near the top of my fave comedians and famous people list. On one occasion the guest was the comedian Pamela Stephenson, who, after prior arrangement with the show's producer, appeared in a series of fake plaster casts, apparently the result of accidents whilst at home. Get involved in exciting, inspiring conversations. My best wishes to his wife and family.Chris Curry, Newport, South Wales, From the pasty young dentist alongside Leslie Phillips (in black & white) to the man with the tan and the wry grin with some 'News for You', Bob will be missed not only for his consummate professionalism, but more perhaps for his generosity in both giving of money, for which he was well known, and of his own time and effort, which went generally unsung. He died peacefully in his sleep after a two-and-a-half year battle against prostate cancer, said Peter Prichard. RIP to the Big Man.Sharon, Wales, I'm sad to hear of Bob's untimely death. A sad loss.Robert Nisbet, Los Angeles, USA, A legend of a man, who will be sorely missed.Stuart, Norwich, Bob Monkhouse - despite his detractors in the more 'avant-garde' comedy streams should be remembered as someone who in his self-deprecating perma-tan way was always able to make an audience laugh. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. He would arrive at any function or cabaret with specially written, individual material for every occasion," said fellow entertainer Des O'Connor. Though regarded by some as smarmy, Monkhouse saw a revival in his career during the last 10 years, winning a new generation of fans and the respect of younger comics. 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. He ended by saying, "As a comedian, I've died many deaths. Bob Monkhouse. Photograph: Andy Butterton/PA. Unlike other hosts of the time, such as Sir Bruce Forsyth, the star had been spared the criticism of other comedians. 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. Bob died peacefully in his sleep this morning at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.". [16] The archive consisted of 36,000 videotapes, going back to when Monkhouse first bought a home video recorder in 1966. The ad, made with the blessing of his widow, blends footage of Monkhouse with that of a body double then adds CGI manipulation of his face to match what is being spoken by a sound-alike. "He's one of the bravest men I've met. [11] Monkhouse was known as a keen supporter of new comedy and used the show to introduce audiences to new comedians such as Kelly Monteith, Robin Williams and Jim Carrey. Though not a great fan, you always brightened up the TV screen whenever you appeared on it. God bless you, Bob. 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Chris Perry, of Kaleidoscope and Kaleidoscope Publishing, said: "We are painstakingly transferring the important contents of the video tapes and restoring radio shows. Monkhouse s u f f e r e d deeply after the death of his son, Simon, from a heroin overdose in a 1-a-night Thai guesthouse in 2001. His stand up skills were truly impressive; there are many working in the business today who could learn from watching tapes of Bob at the microphone. November 30, 1932 - August 30, 201. She told him: Some people absolutely adore putting on a show, they come back to my parties just to do that.. In Jimmy Carrs 2006 book The Naked Jape, he cited some of Monkhouses jokes. I had the chance to see him in concert in the early '90s and it was only then that I realised exactly how funny this man was. It is only when you hear the likes of Ben Elton, Alexei Sayle and Rik Mayall talking, that you realise how influential Bob Monkhouse was on this new generation of comedians. 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Perelman and Cole Porter and then in the first London production of the musical The Boys from Syracuse (Antipholus of Syracuse) in 1963 at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, alongside Ronnie Corbett. Sign up for exclusive newsletters, comment on stories, enter competitions and attend events. The British entertainment world is mourning comedian Bob Monkhouse, who has died aged 75. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died at his Bedfordshire home aged 75. My best wishes go to his family & friends.Stephen, St Erth, Cornwall, One word.LEGEND!! [citation needed]. Opportunity Knocks (1956), The National Lottery (1994), and many others. B ob Monkhouse, the king of television comedy, died today after a long battle against cancer. It is very, very sad news.". Monkhouse then returned to quizzes, taking over hosting duties on Wipeout from Paul Daniels when its studio recordings moved from London to Manchester and the show moved from primetime to daytime. Enter your password to log in. The next day I saw him sunbathing on Hayling Island beach alongside his enormous Pontiac car. A great comedian and a superb 'ad-libber'. He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his two-and-a-half year battle against cancer, said his manager Peter Prichard. Bob was 75 at the time, having marked his birthday some months earlier in June. He hit the screens in the 1950s in the comedy show Fast And Loose and by 1960 was host of the British version of Candid Camera. Within its pages, he detailed that he had taken part in an orgy and had an affair with the actress Diana Dors, who was considered the British Marilyn Monroe. Healthy mother-of-two, 32, collapsed and died from brain bleed while she led fitness bounce class. He made several guest appearances on television shows before he and his comedy partner Denis Goodwin launched their own television series, Fast and Loose, in Mr Prichard, of International Artists Ltd, said Monkhouse's wife Jackie called him shortly after 5am with the news that he had lost his battle with prostate cancer. Moment fitness influencer asks man to move off park bench 'because he's 'ruining her livestream' - but Mortgage demand plummets to a 28-year low as average interest rates hit 6.71% - just as spring home buying Britain braces for brutal -9C Arctic snap: Met Office warns more snow and ice could lash the country next ISIS fanatic jailed over the gruesome beheading of two Scandinavian women hikers in Morocco that shocked the Shamima Begum and other British women who joined Islamic State and are being held in Syria will 'ultimately' Is YOUR wood burner at risk? The format of the interviews varied between "true" chat and analysis of comedy to scripted routines in which Monkhouse would willingly play the role of the guest's stooge, as he did with Bob Hope.[11]. "Anyone who understood comedy loved Bob. Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. He will be greatly missed. By the time he was 27 he was a star. He was obviously concentrating on his delivery, but still had the courtesy to exchange good natured pleasantries. Simon fell out with his father and died of a heroin overdose in a Thai guest house in 2001. Bob was as sharp as any comedian 50 years his junior. [citation needed] He came back into fashion during the 1990s, and an appearance on Have I Got News for You helped to restore his popularity.[12]. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout . You can opt-out at any time by signing in to your account to manage your preferences. Gary died of cerebral palsy in the early 1990s. He was so jovial & kind to me. He first appeared on This Is Your Life in 1982 and received a second appearance on the show on 23April 2003, just months before his death. His support for up-and-coming comedians and his knowledge of the people working in the industry was legendary. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances - Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. The star, one of the UK's best known entertainers, battled prostate and bone cancer for more than two years. I know no one else like him and will probably never find another. US Edition Change. Monkhouse went on to describe the scenes that were featured in the X-rated film. Browse Bob Monkhouse movies and TV shows available on Prime Video and begin streaming right away to . The governor has left us with legacy of comic treasures. David Ismay, a friend of Monkhouse, said the family would not be releasing any details about Friday's service. If still alive today, Bob would now be 92! I first caught sight of him in the morning as I was entering the hotel to book in with my party. A Great Entertainer He went on to front Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House, Bob Says Opportunity Knocks and, more recently, the National Lottery Draw. London Cast Recording. He later told his friend Colin Edmonds that this may have been a mistake, but that he wanted to be associated with a winner and he knew Margaret Thatcher could not lose the 1987 general election. He was 75. It was claimed that Carrs one-liners were very similar to those of Monkhouse due to their brevity, their punchiness [and] their verbal economy. Tony McGinitty, Green Bay, Wisconsin, I was personally saddened at the loss of one of the world's greatest comics and most intelligent funny men. He was 75. Veteran comedian Bob Monkhouse told of the devastating effect the death of his youngest son had on him. He went on to front Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House, Bob Says Opportunity Knocks and, more recently, the National Lottery Draw. Read our, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}. The veteran comedian, whose showbusiness career spanned more than half a century, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2001. Mr Monkhouse had a long and successful career in showbusiness and had hosted hundreds of television shows. He was 75. It involved an implant in his stomach and a daily pill which allowed him to keep on working. He was also such a great stand up comedian in all my 40 years of life never did I here Bob repeat a gag. He was also at the helm when infamously, on 30 November 1996, the lottery machine failed live on air, causing the draw to be delayed by 50 minutes until after that night's episode of Casualty aired. He worked with many l e g e n d a r y names in sh owb u s i --ness, including-Tommy Cooper, Benny Hill and Frankie Howerd. [7] He established a comics writing and art partnership with Dulwich schoolmate Denis Gifford and the two formed their own publishing company, Streamline, in the early 1950s. [23], Monkhouse was a vocal supporter of the Conservative Party for some years. By clicking Sign up you confirm that your data has been entered correctly and you have read and agree to our Terms of use, Cookie policy and Privacy notice. His TV debut was in the 1950s comedy show Fast And Loose and by 1960 he was host of the British version of Candid Camera. Monkhouse died of prostate cancer in 2003. Express. Mr Prichard described Monkhouse as "one of the finest men I've ever known". Indeed, when Goodwin broke up the partnership in 1962, it was to work for Hope.[11]. He had three children from his first marriage, but only his adopted daughter, Abigail, survived him. The opening to each show would see him deliver several minutes of topical jokes and on one occasion, where his autocue failed, he improvised a new and topical routine. In the 1970s, a daily newspaper conducted a poll in which the stand-up comic and game-show host Bob Monkhouse, who has died from cancer aged 75, emerged as the third most popular performer on. My thoughts are with his family and friends.Dominic Hill, Burnham, It was with great sadness I read of the death of Bob Monkhouse. He suffered very badly at times with it but he carried on. ", The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites, Images from the veteran comic's lengthy career, Bob Monkhouse on Museum of Broadcast Communications. UK Edition Asia Edition Edicin en Espaol. Mr Prichard said the comedian's wife, Jackie, called him shortly after 5am with the news. His parents hoped he would join the family's custard business, but Bob and his friend Denis Goodwin had other plans. When do the clocks change in 2023? Sergeant Bob Monkhouse died on a patrol that was providing security to enable new roads and security bases to be constructed to the north east of Gereshk. Gabrielle Cohen, Edgware, UK, Having grown up with him on our screens for as long as we can rememberhe was a true "Star" in every sense of the word.John & Michaela Hadlow, Devon, He was so quick, so kind, so, so funny and just a lovely, lovely man. He worked a punishing schedule. Prepare for peak pothole season! "He was a total professional and one of the funniest men in the world," he said. During the interview she produced a handgun and fired it on several occasions, destroying a plant pot on the set and a series of lights in the studio roof. Decca Record Company Limited, 1963. He always had so many original one line jokes! First and foremost, however, Bobs career hinged on his comedic excellence. His eldest son, Gary Alan, who had cerebral palsy, lived at Naish farm house, a residential home for the disabled in Christchurch Road, New Milton, Hampshire. Monkhouse, who lives in a Tudor farmhouse in Bedfordshire, has also suffered encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. The hero pulls down his trousers and lies down. What a sad loss. He asked me to go up on the stage & presented me with a beautiful basket of flowers and got everyone to sing happy birthday. Now I know how brave Bob Monkhouse was. Mr Prichard said Monkhouse was still working six weeks before his death, despite being in a great deal of pain. Nobody since has done it like Bob. In 1995, he poked fun at his legacy when he told the Independent: What will I leave behind me? Famed for his quick wit and ready oneliners, Monkhouse became one of Britain's highest-paid TV stars, and was awarded the OBE in 1993 for his services to showbusiness. To his presentation and the obvious love he had for the genre. 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