It's an old adage that comedy doesn't travel well, but some shows definitely fare better than others. As a Brit, I've met many Americans with a creepy zeal for quoting sketches from "Monty Python's Flying Circus" at me. "Red Dwarf" is hugely popular where I live in the Czech Republic. And the bawdy BBC sitcom "'Allo! 'Allo!" sold to 56 countries -- the cast was reportedly greeted "like the Beatles" during a visit to Bulgaria. I once had the pleasure of dining at a pizza restaurant in the Serbian capital of Belgrade called 'Allo! 'Allo! where all the pies were named after the characters.
But one British sitcom that doesn't seem to travel well is also one of our most enduringly popular, "Only Fools and Horses." The show follows the fortunes of the Trotter family, headed by a dodgy wheeler-dealer whose dubious get-rich-quick schemes always go disastrously wrong. It aired from...
But one British sitcom that doesn't seem to travel well is also one of our most enduringly popular, "Only Fools and Horses." The show follows the fortunes of the Trotter family, headed by a dodgy wheeler-dealer whose dubious get-rich-quick schemes always go disastrously wrong. It aired from...
- 1/19/2023
- by Lee Adams
- Slash Film
John Challis has a heartwarming reference to Only Fools and Horses on his headstone.
Challis died in September 2021 of cancer. He was 79.
The actor was best known for portraying Terrance Aubrey “Boycie” Boyce in the long-running BBC sitcom.
His wife Carol Challis shared a photo of her late husband’s grave to Twitter, giving fans who wish to visit directions on how to get there.
Some people noticed that a touching tribute on the headstone is a reference to a one-liner famously spoken by his character in Only Fools and Horses.
The headstone reads: “John Challis – actor – 1942-2021.” Below are the words: “I am here.”
Fans will recognise the phrase from an episode of Only Fools in which a psychic named Elsie is hosting a seance with Boycie, Del Boy (David Jason), and Rodney Trotter (Nicholas Lyndhurst).
In the scene, Elsie claims to have made contact with an unknown man,...
Challis died in September 2021 of cancer. He was 79.
The actor was best known for portraying Terrance Aubrey “Boycie” Boyce in the long-running BBC sitcom.
His wife Carol Challis shared a photo of her late husband’s grave to Twitter, giving fans who wish to visit directions on how to get there.
Some people noticed that a touching tribute on the headstone is a reference to a one-liner famously spoken by his character in Only Fools and Horses.
The headstone reads: “John Challis – actor – 1942-2021.” Below are the words: “I am here.”
Fans will recognise the phrase from an episode of Only Fools in which a psychic named Elsie is hosting a seance with Boycie, Del Boy (David Jason), and Rodney Trotter (Nicholas Lyndhurst).
In the scene, Elsie claims to have made contact with an unknown man,...
- 12/11/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - TV
Josephine Tewson, star of Keeping Up Appearances and Last of the Summer Wine, has died at the age of 91.
She died on Thursday night (18 August) at Denville Hall, a retirement home for actors in Northwood, northeast London, her agent said.
The Hampstead-born star trained at London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1952.
She went on to play small parts in the Sixties TV series Z-Cars and The Charlie Drake Show, and appeared in sketches with comedians Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker in Hark at Barker and Frost on Sunday.
She also played Edna Hawkins in the first six series of the Eighties and Nineties ITV sitcom Shelley.
Tewson was best known for playing Elizabeth Warden, anxious neighbour and reluctant best friend of the stuck-up social climber Hyacinth Bucket in the adored Nineties BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances.
She collaborated with that show’s writer Roy Clarke again for...
She died on Thursday night (18 August) at Denville Hall, a retirement home for actors in Northwood, northeast London, her agent said.
The Hampstead-born star trained at London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1952.
She went on to play small parts in the Sixties TV series Z-Cars and The Charlie Drake Show, and appeared in sketches with comedians Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker in Hark at Barker and Frost on Sunday.
She also played Edna Hawkins in the first six series of the Eighties and Nineties ITV sitcom Shelley.
Tewson was best known for playing Elizabeth Warden, anxious neighbour and reluctant best friend of the stuck-up social climber Hyacinth Bucket in the adored Nineties BBC sitcom Keeping Up Appearances.
She collaborated with that show’s writer Roy Clarke again for...
- 8/19/2022
- by Ellie Harrison
- The Independent - TV
John Challis, who played Boycie in the long-running UK sitcom Only Fools And Horses, has died at age 79 of cancer, his family confirmed.
His family said in a statement that he died “peacefully in his sleep, after a long battle with cancer”.
Challis had a long television career in the UK, but is best known as unscrupulous second-hand car dealer Terrance Aubrey “Boycie” Boyce in the BBC sitcom.
He also played the role in its sequel/spin-off, The Green Green Grass, whch ran from 2005–2009, as well as Monty Staines from the seventh series onwards in the ITV sitcom Benidorm from 2015 to 2018.
Other television appearances include Dixon of Dock Green, The Sweeney, Doctor Who (The Seeds of Doom), Dracula, Beau Geste and Heartbeat, among others.
No information on survivors was immediately available.
Media Statement From The Family Of John Challis
Sunday September 19, 2021
“It is with heavy hearts that we bring you such sad news.
His family said in a statement that he died “peacefully in his sleep, after a long battle with cancer”.
Challis had a long television career in the UK, but is best known as unscrupulous second-hand car dealer Terrance Aubrey “Boycie” Boyce in the BBC sitcom.
He also played the role in its sequel/spin-off, The Green Green Grass, whch ran from 2005–2009, as well as Monty Staines from the seventh series onwards in the ITV sitcom Benidorm from 2015 to 2018.
Other television appearances include Dixon of Dock Green, The Sweeney, Doctor Who (The Seeds of Doom), Dracula, Beau Geste and Heartbeat, among others.
No information on survivors was immediately available.
Media Statement From The Family Of John Challis
Sunday September 19, 2021
“It is with heavy hearts that we bring you such sad news.
- 9/19/2021
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
BBC viewers were astounded to be welcomed to 'Poldork' - not Poldark - by a BBC announcer last night (April 12).
The slip-up was picked up by several viewers on Twitter and a clip is already circulating on YouTube.
The series, starring Aidan Turner as its brooding title character, has been pulling in an average of more than eight million viewers per episode each week for the BBC.
Ha ha ha ha ha ha! The announcer just said 'Poldork'.Love it.
— John Challis (@BeingBoycie) April 12, 2015
Poldork. Snort. Think it was a bet?
— mrsb (@Mrs_Bentos) April 12, 2015
Poldork... oh sorry, I mean, Poldark continues this Sunday (April 19) at 9pm on BBC One.
The slip-up was picked up by several viewers on Twitter and a clip is already circulating on YouTube.
The series, starring Aidan Turner as its brooding title character, has been pulling in an average of more than eight million viewers per episode each week for the BBC.
Ha ha ha ha ha ha! The announcer just said 'Poldork'.Love it.
— John Challis (@BeingBoycie) April 12, 2015
Poldork. Snort. Think it was a bet?
— mrsb (@Mrs_Bentos) April 12, 2015
Poldork... oh sorry, I mean, Poldark continues this Sunday (April 19) at 9pm on BBC One.
- 4/13/2015
- Digital Spy
The X Factor tension reached a fever pitch on Sunday (November 30) as the final five became the final four.
After guest performances from Union J, Ella Henderson and Queen + Adam Lambert, Stereo Kicks were sent home at the end of a sing-off with Lauren Platt.
Stereo Kicks' elimination garnered a lot of buzz on Twitter, so Digital Spy rounded up the reaction to the night's events, as they unfolded!
1. Queen performed on the X Factor stage. Was Adam Lambert a worthy replacement for the late Freddie Mercury?
Queen on the X factor ?? pic.twitter.com/Gk6db8k5HD
— Alan (@galvaniseduk) November 30, 2014
Queen giving The X Factor an up-to-date contemporary feel...
— Kevin O'Sullivan (@TVKev) November 30, 2014
Good Gawd ! @DrBrianMay What a knockout performance from Queen and @adamlambert I was on my feet applauding.Class,pure class.
— John Challis (@BeingBoycie) November 30, 2014
Can we ignore the rest of #xfactor and just let...
After guest performances from Union J, Ella Henderson and Queen + Adam Lambert, Stereo Kicks were sent home at the end of a sing-off with Lauren Platt.
Stereo Kicks' elimination garnered a lot of buzz on Twitter, so Digital Spy rounded up the reaction to the night's events, as they unfolded!
1. Queen performed on the X Factor stage. Was Adam Lambert a worthy replacement for the late Freddie Mercury?
Queen on the X factor ?? pic.twitter.com/Gk6db8k5HD
— Alan (@galvaniseduk) November 30, 2014
Queen giving The X Factor an up-to-date contemporary feel...
— Kevin O'Sullivan (@TVKev) November 30, 2014
Good Gawd ! @DrBrianMay What a knockout performance from Queen and @adamlambert I was on my feet applauding.Class,pure class.
— John Challis (@BeingBoycie) November 30, 2014
Can we ignore the rest of #xfactor and just let...
- 11/30/2014
- Digital Spy
Joan Collins will return to ITV's Benidorm as a guest star, it has been announced.
Collins is reprising her role as Crystal Hennessy-Vass, the CEO of the Solana Group. She previously made an appearance in the comedy series earlier this year, with her character making a strong impression on the hotel staff.
Other guest stars to have been confirmed for the seventh series of Benidorm include Nadia Sawalha and Only Fools and Horses actor John Challis, with further announcements expected soon.
The next series of Benidorm also sees the return of previous regular cast members Johnny Vegas (The Oracle), Elsie Kelly (Noreen) and Crissy Rock (Janey York).
The seventh series will air on ITV in 2015, with the show's creator Derren Litten writing every episode. Further broadcast details are expected to be announced in the coming months.
Collins is reprising her role as Crystal Hennessy-Vass, the CEO of the Solana Group. She previously made an appearance in the comedy series earlier this year, with her character making a strong impression on the hotel staff.
Other guest stars to have been confirmed for the seventh series of Benidorm include Nadia Sawalha and Only Fools and Horses actor John Challis, with further announcements expected soon.
The next series of Benidorm also sees the return of previous regular cast members Johnny Vegas (The Oracle), Elsie Kelly (Noreen) and Crissy Rock (Janey York).
The seventh series will air on ITV in 2015, with the show's creator Derren Litten writing every episode. Further broadcast details are expected to be announced in the coming months.
- 6/2/2014
- Digital Spy
The BBC is investigating viewer complaints about the sound quality in new drama Jamaica Inn.
Viewers have reportedly noted that sound issues ruined their enjoyment of the first episode of Jessica Brown Findlay's drama, which debuted last night (April 21) on BBC One.
Technicians are now said to be looking into the issue in the hopes of fixing it before tonight's second episode, according to Radio Times.
"There were issues with the sound levels last night that we are currently reviewing ahead of tonight's episode," the BBC said in a statement.
The BBC were not able to confirm whether the issues related to the level or quality of the sound, or problems with the drama's original recording.
Many viewers complained about the sound quality on Twitter last night, pointing out the mix of Cornish accents and general mumbling by the characters.
Only Fools and Horses actor John Challis said: "Jamaica Inn...
Viewers have reportedly noted that sound issues ruined their enjoyment of the first episode of Jessica Brown Findlay's drama, which debuted last night (April 21) on BBC One.
Technicians are now said to be looking into the issue in the hopes of fixing it before tonight's second episode, according to Radio Times.
"There were issues with the sound levels last night that we are currently reviewing ahead of tonight's episode," the BBC said in a statement.
The BBC were not able to confirm whether the issues related to the level or quality of the sound, or problems with the drama's original recording.
Many viewers complained about the sound quality on Twitter last night, pointing out the mix of Cornish accents and general mumbling by the characters.
Only Fools and Horses actor John Challis said: "Jamaica Inn...
- 4/22/2014
- Digital Spy
Only Fools and Horses cast members were among the mourners at Roger Lloyd Pack's funeral today (February 13).
The actor - best known for playing Trigger in the classic BBC sitcom - passed away in January at the age of 69.
Sir David Jason, Nicholas Lyndhurst and John Challis paid their respects to their former co-star at St Paul's, Covent Garden.
Lloyd Pack's daughter, actress Emily Lloyd, led the service in London.
Nigel Havers, Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Alison Steadman, Kathy Burke and Joely Richardson were also among the celebrities who attended the funeral.
Roger Lloyd-Pack 1944-2014: Obituary of the Only Fools and Horses actor
6 classic Trigger Only Fools and Horses moments: 'Alright Dave'
Roger Lloyd Pack was the only actor other than Jason and Lyndhurst to appear in both the first and last episodes of Only Fools and Horses. He was also known for playing Owen Newitt in The Vicar of Dibley,...
The actor - best known for playing Trigger in the classic BBC sitcom - passed away in January at the age of 69.
Sir David Jason, Nicholas Lyndhurst and John Challis paid their respects to their former co-star at St Paul's, Covent Garden.
Lloyd Pack's daughter, actress Emily Lloyd, led the service in London.
Nigel Havers, Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Alison Steadman, Kathy Burke and Joely Richardson were also among the celebrities who attended the funeral.
Roger Lloyd-Pack 1944-2014: Obituary of the Only Fools and Horses actor
6 classic Trigger Only Fools and Horses moments: 'Alright Dave'
Roger Lloyd Pack was the only actor other than Jason and Lyndhurst to appear in both the first and last episodes of Only Fools and Horses. He was also known for playing Owen Newitt in The Vicar of Dibley,...
- 2/13/2014
- Digital Spy
Only Fools and Horses cast members were among the mourners at Roger Lloyd Pack's funeral today (February 13).
The actor - best known for playing Trigger in the classic BBC sitcom - passed away in January at the age of 69.
Sir David Jason, Nicholas Lyndhurst and John Challis paid their respects to their former co-star at St Paul's, Covent Garden.
Lloyd Pack's daughter, actress Emily Lloyd, led the service in London.
Nigel Havers, Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Alison Steadman, Kathy Burke and Joely Richardson were also among the celebrities who attended the funeral.
Roger Lloyd Pack was the only actor other than Jason and Lyndhurst to appear in both the first and last episodes of Only Fools and Horses. He was also known for playing Owen Newitt in The Vicar of Dibley, along with many other roles on stage and screen.
John Challis - who played Boycie in Only Fools...
The actor - best known for playing Trigger in the classic BBC sitcom - passed away in January at the age of 69.
Sir David Jason, Nicholas Lyndhurst and John Challis paid their respects to their former co-star at St Paul's, Covent Garden.
Lloyd Pack's daughter, actress Emily Lloyd, led the service in London.
Nigel Havers, Stephen Rea, Miranda Richardson, Alison Steadman, Kathy Burke and Joely Richardson were also among the celebrities who attended the funeral.
Roger Lloyd Pack was the only actor other than Jason and Lyndhurst to appear in both the first and last episodes of Only Fools and Horses. He was also known for playing Owen Newitt in The Vicar of Dibley, along with many other roles on stage and screen.
John Challis - who played Boycie in Only Fools...
- 2/13/2014
- Digital Spy
John Challis has spoken about his late Only Fools and Horses co-star Roger Lloyd-Pack.
The actor - who played Boycie alongside Lloyd-Pack as Trigger on the classic BBC sitcom - described hearing of his friend's death as a "terrible shock".
6 classic Trigger Only Fools and Horses moments: 'Alright Dave'
Roger Lloyd-Pack 1944-2014: Obituary of the Only Fools and Horses actor
"We had arranged to speak a couple of days later, so I really felt it very personally," he told BBC Radio 5 Live.
"He kept [his illness] very secret. I heard several rumours along the way, but I had no idea about the state of his illness, but at least I spoke to him."
Talking about Lloyd-Pack's talent, he continued: "He's famous for that role of a dimwitted person but he was a very intelligent actor and he did a lot of extraordinary work.
"A couple of years ago we met up in London.
The actor - who played Boycie alongside Lloyd-Pack as Trigger on the classic BBC sitcom - described hearing of his friend's death as a "terrible shock".
6 classic Trigger Only Fools and Horses moments: 'Alright Dave'
Roger Lloyd-Pack 1944-2014: Obituary of the Only Fools and Horses actor
"We had arranged to speak a couple of days later, so I really felt it very personally," he told BBC Radio 5 Live.
"He kept [his illness] very secret. I heard several rumours along the way, but I had no idea about the state of his illness, but at least I spoke to him."
Talking about Lloyd-Pack's talent, he continued: "He's famous for that role of a dimwitted person but he was a very intelligent actor and he did a lot of extraordinary work.
"A couple of years ago we met up in London.
- 1/17/2014
- Digital Spy
Sir David Jason has paid tribute to his former Only Fools and Horses co-star Roger Lloyd-Pack.
The actor shared his sadness upon hearing the news of Lloyd-Pack's death, describing him as "a very quiet, kind and unassuming actor who was a pleasure to work with".
Lloyd-Pack starred as Trigger in 39 episodes of the BBC sitcom, opposite David Jason as Del Boy and Nicholas Lyndhurst as Rodney.
Jason continued: "Although he played the simple soul of Trigger in Only Fools and Horses, he was a very intelligent man and a very fine actor capable of many roles.
"I shall remember him with fondness and for all the good times we had together."
John Challis - who played Boycie in the show - also remembered his co-star today (January 16).
He said the news was "very sad and very distressing" and that Lloyd Pack was "irreplaceable".
"My thoughts are with his family," he added.
The actor shared his sadness upon hearing the news of Lloyd-Pack's death, describing him as "a very quiet, kind and unassuming actor who was a pleasure to work with".
Lloyd-Pack starred as Trigger in 39 episodes of the BBC sitcom, opposite David Jason as Del Boy and Nicholas Lyndhurst as Rodney.
Jason continued: "Although he played the simple soul of Trigger in Only Fools and Horses, he was a very intelligent man and a very fine actor capable of many roles.
"I shall remember him with fondness and for all the good times we had together."
John Challis - who played Boycie in the show - also remembered his co-star today (January 16).
He said the news was "very sad and very distressing" and that Lloyd Pack was "irreplaceable".
"My thoughts are with his family," he added.
- 1/16/2014
- Digital Spy
Only Fools and Horses star Roger Lloyd-Pack has died at the age of 69.
The actor was born in Islington, North London on February 8, 1944. His father Charles Lloyd-Pack was known for several appearances in Hammer horror films.
At a young age he performed glove puppet shows, before his Hampshire school Bedales allowed him to take part in small theatre productions.
He began concentrating on acting during his studies, inspired by his drama teacher Rachel Carey-Field. Having achieved three A-levels, he successfully enrolled at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada).
Lloyd-Pack made his stage debut in a Northampton production of The Shoemaker's Holiday by Thomas Dekker. After a number of stage productions across the UK, he made his screen debut in the 1968 film The Magus.
For the next three decades he played several small roles in films including The Go-Between, 1984 and Vanity Fair.
He finally had his breakthrough in 1981, when...
The actor was born in Islington, North London on February 8, 1944. His father Charles Lloyd-Pack was known for several appearances in Hammer horror films.
At a young age he performed glove puppet shows, before his Hampshire school Bedales allowed him to take part in small theatre productions.
He began concentrating on acting during his studies, inspired by his drama teacher Rachel Carey-Field. Having achieved three A-levels, he successfully enrolled at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (Rada).
Lloyd-Pack made his stage debut in a Northampton production of The Shoemaker's Holiday by Thomas Dekker. After a number of stage productions across the UK, he made his screen debut in the 1968 film The Magus.
For the next three decades he played several small roles in films including The Go-Between, 1984 and Vanity Fair.
He finally had his breakthrough in 1981, when...
- 1/16/2014
- Digital Spy
Roger Lloyd-Pack has died at the age of 69.
The star - beloved for his role as Trigger in Only Fools and Horses - passed away from pancreatic cancer on Wednesday (January 15), prompting an outpouring of tributes from the world of showbiz.
We're saddened to hear Roger Lloyd-Pack has died. As Trigger on Only Fools and Horses, he gave us many laughs. Rodney will forever be Dave.
— BBC One (@BBCOne) January 16, 2014
So sad to hear about the passing on Roger Lloyd Pack. What an incredible actor and person. May he rest in peace.
— Jkcorden (@JKCorden) January 16, 2014
Very sad and shocking to hear about Roger Lloyd-Pack. One of the loveliest most talented actors I've ever had the privilege of working with.
— Sam Bain (@sambaintv) January 16, 2014
Very sad news about Roger Lloyd Pack. Trigger was an ancestor to Father Dougal and I'm glad I once had a chance to tell him so.
— Graham Linehan...
The star - beloved for his role as Trigger in Only Fools and Horses - passed away from pancreatic cancer on Wednesday (January 15), prompting an outpouring of tributes from the world of showbiz.
We're saddened to hear Roger Lloyd-Pack has died. As Trigger on Only Fools and Horses, he gave us many laughs. Rodney will forever be Dave.
— BBC One (@BBCOne) January 16, 2014
So sad to hear about the passing on Roger Lloyd Pack. What an incredible actor and person. May he rest in peace.
— Jkcorden (@JKCorden) January 16, 2014
Very sad and shocking to hear about Roger Lloyd-Pack. One of the loveliest most talented actors I've ever had the privilege of working with.
— Sam Bain (@sambaintv) January 16, 2014
Very sad news about Roger Lloyd Pack. Trigger was an ancestor to Father Dougal and I'm glad I once had a chance to tell him so.
— Graham Linehan...
- 1/16/2014
- Digital Spy
Tube Talk Gold has looked back at many classic sitcoms, but there aren't many shows that can truly hold the mantle of 'Gold', and this month's edition focuses on a truly British institution, featuring some of the UK's most favourite characters, catchphrases and moments for over 20 years.
After a near-miss Us remake starring John 'Luigi from Super Mario Bros' Leguizamo, the legacy of Only Fools and Horses can carry on untarnished.
Only Fools and Horses - Originally broadcast from September 8, 1981 to February 3, 1991 and Christmas specials from 1991 to 2003.
John Sullivan had already created the successful sitcom Citizen Smith for the BBC when he was commissioned to write a new series. Influenced by the popularity of ITV's Minder, he came up with an idea of a cockney market trader in modern-day London. Using a strange old American saying for its title, he wrote a series that would go on to become possibly the UK's best-loved comedy.
After a near-miss Us remake starring John 'Luigi from Super Mario Bros' Leguizamo, the legacy of Only Fools and Horses can carry on untarnished.
Only Fools and Horses - Originally broadcast from September 8, 1981 to February 3, 1991 and Christmas specials from 1991 to 2003.
John Sullivan had already created the successful sitcom Citizen Smith for the BBC when he was commissioned to write a new series. Influenced by the popularity of ITV's Minder, he came up with an idea of a cockney market trader in modern-day London. Using a strange old American saying for its title, he wrote a series that would go on to become possibly the UK's best-loved comedy.
- 3/2/2013
- Digital Spy
David Hasselhoff is to celebrate the 30th anniversary of cult TV series Knight Rider with a visit to Memorabilia Birmingham, which will be his first appearance at an autograph-signing event.
Billed as the UK's biggest collectors' show, the convention takes place at the NEC on Saturday, November 24, and Sunday, November 25.
The Hoff, also known for his role in Baywatch and as a judge on Britain's Got Talent, will be meeting fans on both days.
Other guests include:
• Warwick Davis - Show favourite and star of Life's Too Short, Warwick's movie credits include Willow; Star Wars; Harry Potter and Leprechaun.
• Michael Biehn - Starred in James Cameron sci-fi movies The Terminator as Kyle Reese, Aliens as Cpl Dwayne Hicks, and The Abyss as Lt Coffey.
• Eddie McClintock - Star of Warehouse 13, where he plays co-protagonist Pete Lattimer. Other credits include Bones and Desperate Housewives.
• Britt Ekland - Best known for...
Billed as the UK's biggest collectors' show, the convention takes place at the NEC on Saturday, November 24, and Sunday, November 25.
The Hoff, also known for his role in Baywatch and as a judge on Britain's Got Talent, will be meeting fans on both days.
Other guests include:
• Warwick Davis - Show favourite and star of Life's Too Short, Warwick's movie credits include Willow; Star Wars; Harry Potter and Leprechaun.
• Michael Biehn - Starred in James Cameron sci-fi movies The Terminator as Kyle Reese, Aliens as Cpl Dwayne Hicks, and The Abyss as Lt Coffey.
• Eddie McClintock - Star of Warehouse 13, where he plays co-protagonist Pete Lattimer. Other credits include Bones and Desperate Housewives.
• Britt Ekland - Best known for...
- 11/20/2012
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
If Only Fools And Horses had started in the 21st century, it wouldn't have lasted for more than two series.
Let me explain. Back in the early 1980s, a brand new sitcom was written by John Sullivan, charting the misadventures of a wayward Peckham family, the Trotters. Three generations were spanned in a poky flat, which was part of Nelson Mandela House. The problem was that, when it first went out in 1981, the ratings were deemed to be on the low side. A second series went ahead, but even then, the ratings were not deemed world-shattering. If that had happened today, the show would have been axed quicker than you could shout “Mange Tout!” That's the price you pay for being with a ratings-hungry broadcaster, full of media-savvy trendies with buzzwords and balance sheets.
But luckily, a repeat season was to prove to be Only Fools And Horses' salvation. This time around,...
Let me explain. Back in the early 1980s, a brand new sitcom was written by John Sullivan, charting the misadventures of a wayward Peckham family, the Trotters. Three generations were spanned in a poky flat, which was part of Nelson Mandela House. The problem was that, when it first went out in 1981, the ratings were deemed to be on the low side. A second series went ahead, but even then, the ratings were not deemed world-shattering. If that had happened today, the show would have been axed quicker than you could shout “Mange Tout!” That's the price you pay for being with a ratings-hungry broadcaster, full of media-savvy trendies with buzzwords and balance sheets.
But luckily, a repeat season was to prove to be Only Fools And Horses' salvation. This time around,...
- 5/29/2012
- Shadowlocked
The Celebrity line-up has been announced for this month's Winter Memorabilia Show at the NEC, near Birmingham.
Movie stars, TV personalities and sporting legends will be meeting fans and giving autographs at the UK convention.
Game of Thrones actors Finn Jones, Roxanne McKee, James Cosmo (above), Miltos Yerolemou (below) and Spencer Wilding will be among those in attendance - and they're bringing the hit fantasy series' iconic Iron Throne along with them.
James Cosmo (Braveheart, Highlander) plays Jeor Mormont, the 997th Lord Commander of the Night's Watch and the estranged father of Ser Jorah, while Roxanne McKee (Hollyoaks) plays Doreah, a handmaid and companion of Daenerys Targaryen who schools the young princess in the art of love.
Attending Memorabilia on November 19 only, Finn Jones plays the handsome Ser Loras Tyrell, a champion jouster known as the Knight of Flowers.
Miltos Yerolemou plays Syrio Forel, former First Sword of the Sealord of Braavos,...
Movie stars, TV personalities and sporting legends will be meeting fans and giving autographs at the UK convention.
Game of Thrones actors Finn Jones, Roxanne McKee, James Cosmo (above), Miltos Yerolemou (below) and Spencer Wilding will be among those in attendance - and they're bringing the hit fantasy series' iconic Iron Throne along with them.
James Cosmo (Braveheart, Highlander) plays Jeor Mormont, the 997th Lord Commander of the Night's Watch and the estranged father of Ser Jorah, while Roxanne McKee (Hollyoaks) plays Doreah, a handmaid and companion of Daenerys Targaryen who schools the young princess in the art of love.
Attending Memorabilia on November 19 only, Finn Jones plays the handsome Ser Loras Tyrell, a champion jouster known as the Knight of Flowers.
Miltos Yerolemou plays Syrio Forel, former First Sword of the Sealord of Braavos,...
- 11/14/2011
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
From sci-fi to soaps, cult TV to classic comedy, Memorabilia Birmingham is a Mecca for collectors, film buffs and sci-fi fans – and HeyUGuys has five pairs of Saturday early entry e-tickets to give away for the 19-20 November show at NEC Birmingham.
This year’s Memorabilia guest list includes Kai Owen (Torchwood); Sir Derek Jacobi (The King’s Speech, I Claudius); Colin Baker (Doctor Who); Arthur Darvill (Doctor Who); Bruce Boxleitner (Tron, Babylon 5); John Challis (Only Fools And Horses); Doctor Who companions Katy Manning, Sophie Aldred, Deborah Watling, Sarah Sutton and Louise Jameson and five of the cast of HBO fantasy hit Game of Thrones.
Other stars meeting fans and signing autographs at the show include Marshall Lancaster (Ashes To Ashes, Life On Mars); Anthony Valentine (Coronation Street); Ian Ogilvy (Return Of The Saint); Alexandra Bastedo (The Champions); Barry Howard (Hi-De-Hi!); Susan Jameson (New Tricks, Coronation Street); Peter Egan...
This year’s Memorabilia guest list includes Kai Owen (Torchwood); Sir Derek Jacobi (The King’s Speech, I Claudius); Colin Baker (Doctor Who); Arthur Darvill (Doctor Who); Bruce Boxleitner (Tron, Babylon 5); John Challis (Only Fools And Horses); Doctor Who companions Katy Manning, Sophie Aldred, Deborah Watling, Sarah Sutton and Louise Jameson and five of the cast of HBO fantasy hit Game of Thrones.
Other stars meeting fans and signing autographs at the show include Marshall Lancaster (Ashes To Ashes, Life On Mars); Anthony Valentine (Coronation Street); Ian Ogilvy (Return Of The Saint); Alexandra Bastedo (The Champions); Barry Howard (Hi-De-Hi!); Susan Jameson (New Tricks, Coronation Street); Peter Egan...
- 11/11/2011
- by Competitons
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Well now, it's been a while since we've had a truly boring Doctor Who story. By my reckoning and my hazy memory, the last real snoozefest was when I reviewed The Mark Of The Rani , a pondersome ramble in Killingworth with waggling trees, incomprehensible dialogue and endless point scoring between two ageing Time Lords. Ever since the reboot of Doctor Who came about in 2005, we've had the occasional calamity, but never has a story been so boring.
Step forward The Doctor's Daughter – the big turkey of Tennant's third season and probably one of the worst duffers of the era. Don't be fooled by the title – in no way does The Doctor suddenly realise he's misplaced a long-lost daughter in the constellation of Canthares or some other obscure location. There's no jaw-dropping revelation that The Doctor had some late night fumblings with either Romana, Todd or even Rose. No – all that...
Step forward The Doctor's Daughter – the big turkey of Tennant's third season and probably one of the worst duffers of the era. Don't be fooled by the title – in no way does The Doctor suddenly realise he's misplaced a long-lost daughter in the constellation of Canthares or some other obscure location. There's no jaw-dropping revelation that The Doctor had some late night fumblings with either Romana, Todd or even Rose. No – all that...
- 8/6/2011
- Shadowlocked
Sir David Jason has admitted that he is "totally devastated" by the death of Only Fools and Horses creator John Sullivan. The writer's passing was announced on Saturday and attracted tributes from John Challis and Roger Lloyd-Pack, who also appeared on the show. Jason, who played Del Boy in the classic sitcom, said in a statement: "I am totally devastated to hear of dear John's death. "We have lost the country's (more)...
- 4/25/2011
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
The stars of beloved British sitcom Only Fools And Horses have paid tribute to the show's creator John Sullivan following his tragic death on Saturday.
The 64-year-old writer passed away at a private hospital in Surrey, England, six weeks after he was admitted to treat a bout of viral pneumonia. He is survived by his wife, Sharron, as well as two sons and a daughter.
Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason, who played Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter, admitted he was "totally devastated to hear of dear John's death", adding in a statement, "We have lost the country's greatest comedy writer, but he leaves us a great legacy, the gift of laughter. My thoughts at this time are with his lovely family."
John Challis, who starred as Boycie in both Only Fools and Horses and spin-off series The Green Green Grass, tells British radio station BBC 5 Live, "It was a terrible shock for us... because it's the 30th anniversary of Only Fools and Horses, and John has been part of our lives all that time.
"It's been an absolute joy and privilege trying to interpret the writing which not only made you laugh but also made you cry. And he could look at everybody's experiences, even the most tragic experience in people's lives - and still make you smile at them, and make you think things aren't so bad. It's a great loss."
And Roger Lloyd-Pack, who played Trigger in the classic comedy, adds, "He was a craftsman and those lines didn't just fall out. He chiseled them and honed them. And they were very particular."...
The 64-year-old writer passed away at a private hospital in Surrey, England, six weeks after he was admitted to treat a bout of viral pneumonia. He is survived by his wife, Sharron, as well as two sons and a daughter.
Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason, who played Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter, admitted he was "totally devastated to hear of dear John's death", adding in a statement, "We have lost the country's greatest comedy writer, but he leaves us a great legacy, the gift of laughter. My thoughts at this time are with his lovely family."
John Challis, who starred as Boycie in both Only Fools and Horses and spin-off series The Green Green Grass, tells British radio station BBC 5 Live, "It was a terrible shock for us... because it's the 30th anniversary of Only Fools and Horses, and John has been part of our lives all that time.
"It's been an absolute joy and privilege trying to interpret the writing which not only made you laugh but also made you cry. And he could look at everybody's experiences, even the most tragic experience in people's lives - and still make you smile at them, and make you think things aren't so bad. It's a great loss."
And Roger Lloyd-Pack, who played Trigger in the classic comedy, adds, "He was a craftsman and those lines didn't just fall out. He chiseled them and honed them. And they were very particular."...
- 4/24/2011
- WENN
The 64-year-old writer John Sullivan passed away at a private hospital in Surrey, England, six weeks after he was admitted to treat a bout of viral pneumonia. He is survived by his wife, Sharron, as well as two sons and a daughter.
"Only Fools and Horses" star Sir David Jason, who played Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter, admitted he was "totally devastated to hear of dear John's death", adding in a statement, "We have lost the country's greatest comedy writer, but he leaves us a great legacy, the gift of laughter. My thoughts at this time are with his lovely family."
John Challis, who starred as Boycie in both "Only Fools and Horses" and spin-off series "The Green Green Grass", tells British radio station BBC 5 Live, "It was a terrible shock for us... because it's the 30th anniversary of 'Only Fools and Horses', and John has been part of our lives all that time.
"Only Fools and Horses" star Sir David Jason, who played Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter, admitted he was "totally devastated to hear of dear John's death", adding in a statement, "We have lost the country's greatest comedy writer, but he leaves us a great legacy, the gift of laughter. My thoughts at this time are with his lovely family."
John Challis, who starred as Boycie in both "Only Fools and Horses" and spin-off series "The Green Green Grass", tells British radio station BBC 5 Live, "It was a terrible shock for us... because it's the 30th anniversary of 'Only Fools and Horses', and John has been part of our lives all that time.
- 4/24/2011
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Two Only Fools and Horses stars have paid tribute to the show's late creator and writer John Sullivan, who died yesterday at the age of 64. John Challis and Roger Lloyd-Pack, who played Boycie and Trigger in the classic sitcom, have emerged as the first cast members to publicly react to Sullivan's passing. Speaking on 5 Live last night, Challis said: "It was a terrible shock for us this morning because it's the 30th anniversary of Only Fools and Horses, and John has been part of our lives all that time. "It's (more)...
- 4/24/2011
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Two Only Fools and Horses stars have paid tribute to the show's late creator and writer John Sullivan, who died yesterday at the age of 64. John Challis and Roger Lloyd-Pack, who played Boycie and Trigger in the classic sitcom, have emerged as the first cast members to publicly react to Sullivan's passing. Speaking on 5 Live last night, Challis said: "It was a terrible shock for us this morning because it's the 30th anniversary of Only Fools and Horses, and John has been part of our lives all that time. "It's (more)...
- 4/24/2011
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Last weekend’s Winter Memorabilia Show at NEC Birmingham proved a great success with visitor numbers up on March’s show, organisers have announced.
One of the UK’s leading entertainment events, Memorabilia gave collectors and fans the chance to get autographs signed by a host of movie and TV stars, including Hollywood legend David Warner; David Bradley and Warwick Davis (Harry Potter); Angel Coulby and Rupert Young (Merlin); Tommy Knight and Anjili Mohindra (Sarah Jane Adventures); Katy Manning (Doctor Who) and John Challis, best known as Boycie in Only Fools And Horses.
Sporting greats signing at the show included Ian Wright; Barry McGuigan; Tommy ‘The Hitman’ Hearns; Carl Fogarty; Malcolm Macdonald; Ray Clemence; Jimmy Case; Phil Neal; Mick Mills and WWE superstar Bret Hart.
The show also featured videogame previews from EA Games and Tecmo Koei, metal mayhem courtesy of Robots Live and the Frontier Wrestling Alliance’s exciting European Uprising event,...
One of the UK’s leading entertainment events, Memorabilia gave collectors and fans the chance to get autographs signed by a host of movie and TV stars, including Hollywood legend David Warner; David Bradley and Warwick Davis (Harry Potter); Angel Coulby and Rupert Young (Merlin); Tommy Knight and Anjili Mohindra (Sarah Jane Adventures); Katy Manning (Doctor Who) and John Challis, best known as Boycie in Only Fools And Horses.
Sporting greats signing at the show included Ian Wright; Barry McGuigan; Tommy ‘The Hitman’ Hearns; Carl Fogarty; Malcolm Macdonald; Ray Clemence; Jimmy Case; Phil Neal; Mick Mills and WWE superstar Bret Hart.
The show also featured videogame previews from EA Games and Tecmo Koei, metal mayhem courtesy of Robots Live and the Frontier Wrestling Alliance’s exciting European Uprising event,...
- 11/26/2010
- by Phil
- Nerdly
The full line-up of guests has been announced for the Winter Memorabilia Show 2010, to be held at the NEC, Birmingham, this coming weekend (November 20-21)
They include Angel Coulby (above) and Rupert Young from the BBC series Merlin and Tommy Knight and Anjili Mohindra from Doctor Who spin-off The Sarah Jane Adventures.
Hollywood actors coming to the event include David Warner (pictured below left) - whose five decades in the industry have seen him in films such as Time Bandits, Tron, The Omen, Titanic and Planet of the Apes - and David Bradley, best known for playing cantankerous caretaker Argus Filch (below right) in the Harry Potter movies. Also attending is Warwick Davis, who plays Professor Filius Flitwick in the Potter films and whose other credits include Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, Willow and the Leprechaun series.
TV stars making the trip to Birmingham include Richard Herd and Andrew Prine,...
They include Angel Coulby (above) and Rupert Young from the BBC series Merlin and Tommy Knight and Anjili Mohindra from Doctor Who spin-off The Sarah Jane Adventures.
Hollywood actors coming to the event include David Warner (pictured below left) - whose five decades in the industry have seen him in films such as Time Bandits, Tron, The Omen, Titanic and Planet of the Apes - and David Bradley, best known for playing cantankerous caretaker Argus Filch (below right) in the Harry Potter movies. Also attending is Warwick Davis, who plays Professor Filius Flitwick in the Potter films and whose other credits include Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, Willow and the Leprechaun series.
TV stars making the trip to Birmingham include Richard Herd and Andrew Prine,...
- 11/17/2010
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
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