He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his two-and-a-half year battle against. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I . The show lasted three series and showcased comedians of many generations. He will always be near the top of my fave comedians and famous people list. He was often self-deprecating and admitted he was not an original comic genius. In 1956, Monkhouse was the host of Do You Trust Your Wife?, the British version of an American game show. When Bob Monkhouse's widow died and his house was being prepared for market, the amazing extent of his private collection of video and audio recordings was realized. Bob, you will be missed!Simon Botley, Kuching, Malaysia, We'll miss you. Monkhouse died in 2003 of prostate cancer. He became much in demand as an after-dinner speaker and wrote a book about the subject, Just Say a Few Words (Lennard Publishing, 1988, 1999). The . The TV career of one of Britain's bestloved entertainers began in 1947, when he appeared with comic partner Denis Goodwin. I remember some of his shows vividly, and it's a shame that yet another member of the old school of comedy is now gone. It is very, very sad news.". "I'm superficial. Last May he was deeply affected by the death of his son Simon from a. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, during the night, he said. His knowledge and skill in comedy were without parallel. In the 2010 ITV documentary The Unforgettable Bob Monkhouse, a friend explained that he often complained about there being a whole generation who dont know Im a comedian. To his presentation and the obvious love he had for the genre. With Bob Monkhouse, Mike Yarwood, Fiona Allen, Jon Culshaw. He always had so many original one line jokes! During the confrontation, he allegedly held a cut-throat razor to the comedians face and told him: Im going to slit your eyeballs!. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard. Express. Bob Monkhouse, born June 1 1928, died December 29 2003, Supremely accomplished stand-up comic and game show host, whose self-assured manner on screen masked a personal life dogged by loss and disappointment, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. 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. Two video cassettes of my cabaret act and a sea of game shows as valuable as yesterdays Daily Mirror.. 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. He went on to front Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House, Bob Says Opportunity Knocks and, more recently, the National Lottery Draw. By the time he was 27 he was a star. 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. [17], In 1995 the British Comedy Awards gave him its Lifetime Achievement Award for Comedy, and eight years later, a few weeks before he died, the Television and Radio Industries Club awarded him a Special Award for Outstanding Contribution to Broadcasting. She was his secretary and they married in 1973 after he split from first wife Elizabeth. Monkhouse married his secretary Jackie in 1972. In 1972, Monkhouse married Jacqueline, his secretary, who was at his bedside when he died. And one of the women goes, `Ooh, un champignon nouveau [meaning] a new mushroom'. 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. Robert Alan "Bob" Monkhouse, OBE (1st June 1928 - 29th December 2003) was an English entertainer and comedian. Among them were many treasures which had previously been believed to be lost to the nation. He has been a comedy presence all my life and will be missed. Am I going to be nasty? Leave us a comment on our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix and let us know what you think of this story. Detectives hunting for Constance Martens baby find remains of infant, London Ambulance Service told to improve its ethnic diversity, Third of London pupils miss first pick of school, Shocking moment moped narrowly misses 70mph train at level crossing, Armed police swoop on Hackney Central station after man knifed, Harry and Meghan lose Frogmore Cottage after memoir controversy, What is the Willow Project? Recorded in 2003 live on stage, interspersed with interviews with comedians and celebrities that were in the audience that night. In a poll of fellow comedians and comedy insiders to find the Comedians' Comedian in 2005, Monkhouse was voted among the best 50 comedy acts. Hilary, Guildford, UK, Witty, funny and as sharp as a razor. And she goes to pluck the mushroom and continues plucking it for about five minutes.". He only got back on terms with his mother after 20 years, shortly before she died. Monkhouse said: Am I going to be nice? Monkhouse was an avid campaigner for the disabled. There will never be another like him. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. View Source Share Save to Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers A day is wasted for me if I haven't done something even mildly creative.". Rest in Peace you dear sweet man. 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. He spent 50 years in television, hosting TV game shows such as Family Fortunes and appearing in 12 films. RIP sir.Tony Wallace, Nottingham, As a professional musician, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Bob on several occasions. Monkhouse once said: "I'll never stop working. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances - Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. [26][27] Money raised went to the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation.[28]. Chris Hankins, Pontypool, Gwent, S. Wales, What a sad loss. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances, Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. A Bob Monkhouse impersonator is so good fans keep thinking the comedy legend is still alive. This wasnt the only difficulty to beset the comedian. 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.". And by all accounts he was a nice bloke too! In 1995, he poked fun at his legacy when he told the Independent: What will I leave behind me? Later Monkhouse and Ms Dors had an affair, which sparked fury after it was discovered by her husband Dennis Hamilton. Mr Prichard described Monkhouse as "one of the finest men I've ever known". This film collection was the cause of a court case at the Old Bailey in 1979. ITV News, 29/12/2003.Not my copyright - just sharing found ephemera. By the time he left Dulwich College at 17 he had a thriving cottage industry as a gagwriter, cartoonist and purveyor of pulp fiction. This account already exists. Robert Alan Monkhouse OBE (1 June 1928 29 December 2003) was an English comedian, writer and actor. He revealed that the only difficulty he experienced was with the Essex lot, who he defined as lary lads who came from the scrap-metal belt. Monkhouse leaves a daughter, Abigail. Monkhouse was said to have been furious by the discovery and stormed out, only to be confronted by Ms Dors. ob Monkhouse, the king of television comedy, died today after a long battle against cancer. He was the ultimate pro.Chris Hughes, Wraysbury, Staines, Whatever people think of Bob Monkhouse, he was truly 'The Guvnor' a trooper, a real professional and to some of today's younger comedians, an icon. It's not just film and TV. The Independent reported that many assumed he was hoarding porn after the bust but later it was revealed that wasnt the case. "He's one of the bravest men I've met. He learned Yiddish to get Jewish function bookings and joined all three political parties to get their bookings. Bob Monkhouse's Comedy Heroes: Directed by Willy Smax. Bob was as sharp as any comedian 50 years his junior. The British entertainment world is mourning comedian Bob Monkhouse, who has died aged 75. He was 75. When do the clocks change in 2023? "He was respected by all the other comedians because he was dedicated to his craft - he never stopped making people laugh," Mr Prichard said. 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. We've lost one of the greatest comics England has ever produced.". His posthumous appearance involved computer animation and a voiceover from another actor. Bob Monkhouse was one of the most treasured personalities on British TV for decades. First and foremost, however, Bobs career hinged on his comedic excellence. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances, Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. From Tracy and Paul.Tracy & Paul Coke, Shoeburyness, Essex, Growing up with Bob Monkhouse on television, this has came as a massive shock to me. Monkhouse, a self-professed cinephile, had a projection booth and an eight-foot-wide screen that descended from the ceiling. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. He was 75. 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 I saw him live a few years ago and whilst a little 'blue' I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes. Will be sadly missed as a friend. [4][10] In addition, they were gag writers for American comedians including Bob Hope, supplying jokes for British tours. Id have paid good money to stay out of here. The couple separated in 1967[19] and divorced in 1972. Monkhouse considered himself lucky when he reflected on his near-five decades in show business. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. I nervously approached him and immediately could sense the warmth and sincerity of this man. And as well as fronting the likes of The Golden Shot,Family Fortunes,Opportunity Knocks, Bobs Full House, Celebrity SquaresandWipeout, he also acted and hosted on the radio. Gary died of cerebral palsy in the early 1990s. Whats it worth to you?. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died at his Bedfordshire home aged 75. He gave me a guided tour of his car and let me take his photo alongside it. One of the brightest lights just went out on the Christmas tree," he said. Aside from performing as a double act, Monkhouse and Goodwin wrote for comedians such as Arthur Askey, Jimmy Edwards, Ted Ray and Max Miller. Indeed, when Goodwin broke up the partnership in 1962, it was to work for Hope.[11]. In his autobiography, he admitted to hundreds of sexual liaisons and affairs, but claimed that he only undertook this course of action because his first wife was unfaithful. Our thoughts and prayers are with his . Mr Prichard said Monkhouse was still working six weeks before his death, despite being in a great deal of pain. Part of my childhood has gone and I am very sad.Trev Edwards, Preston, Lancashire, For me, this was the saddest loss of the year. Monkhouse died of prostate cancer in 2003. [4][5] In a 2015 documentary, it was revealed that Monkhouse and his older brother suffered from physical and verbal abuse by their mother. I have wonderful childhood memories of watching Bob's shows with my family. Prepare for peak pothole season! He went to Saint Michael's School in Pinner and died in Braintree, Essex, in 1992, aged 40. More info. with the Hudson Brothers and Joan Rivers, a job he hated. Despite being plagued by self-doubt, the late stars talent is best illustrated through his writing talent. He married his first wife Elizabeth in 1949 when 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 died aged 75 after being one of Britain's top comedians for more than four decades. I once met Bob in 1959, when I was a young boy. Get involved in exciting, inspiring conversations. "Anyone who understood comedy loved Bob. Last year Monkhouse was back on stage for the Royal Variety Performance where he got the biggest cheer of the night. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died at his Bedfordshire home aged 75. The Boys from Syracuse. 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. Simon, a teacher, had a history of depression. My thoughts are with his family and friends.Dominic Hill, Burnham, It was with great sadness I read of the death of Bob Monkhouse. Remarkably, he featured in an advert concerning prostate cancer over three years. You can opt-out at any time by signing in to your account to manage your preferences. Opportunity Knocks (1956), The National Lottery (1994), and many others. Monkhouse's TV shows included The Golden Shot - which at its peak had 16 million viewers - Opportunity Knocks and Bob's Full House. Bless you, Bob.John, South Wales, Fifteen years ago I met Bob in person in a hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. His death has come to a very big shock to me and I will miss him very much. The veteran comedian, whose showbusiness career spanned more than half a century, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2001. By Neil Wilkes. The controversial US oil plan explained, Watch: Moment teenager smashes into lorry during 100mph police chase. [23], Monkhouse was a vocal supporter of the Conservative Party for some years. Our thoughts are particularly with his wife Jackie and daughter Abigail at this very sad time. The dozens of other shows Monkhouse presented included Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Bob's Full House. He was diagnosed with the condition in September 2001. [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. "[22], Throughout his career Monkhouse had jotted down jokes, odd facts, one-liners, sketches and ideas in a series of leather-bound books, which he took with him to every television, radio, stage and nightclub appearance he made. Monkhouse also appeared in 12 films including Carry On Sergeant. Thoughts are with his family and friends.R McBroom, York, Have childhood memories of the Golden Shot on a Sunday afternoon, and more recently took my Mum to a recording of a Bob Monkhouse show at the BBC, you couldn't have wished for a more quick witted, charming host, was really sad to hear of his passing this morning.Jonty, Watford, Bob - A comic genius, will always remember you with great fondness. Mr Prichard said the comedian's wife, Jackie, called him shortly after 5am with the news. Each email has a link to unsubscribe. It was my ambition to appear on Wipeout and meet him in person, sadly this can now never be. Having lent Terry Wogan's son a film, Monkhouse was charged with attempting to defraud film distributors of royalties, but after two years the judge decided that there was no case to answer. Monkhouse's agent of 38 years, Peter Prichard, said . READ MORE: America's Got Talent star Scott Alexander dies after suffering sudden stroke. 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. Born in Beckenham, south London, in June 1928, Monkhouse developed his talent for comedy while a pupil at nearby Dulwich College. He was 75. Veteran comedian Bob Monkhouse told of the devastating effect the death of his youngest son had on him. Bob died peacefully in his sleep at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.". He went on to host more than 30 quiz shows on British television. Thanks for the memories Bob, your wit and devilment was a wonderful gift you shared with all. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, King Charles hosts von der Leyen at Windsor Castle, Huge urgent police search for missing baby of Constance Marten, Shocking video shows machete fight in broad daylight, Gabor Mat: No Jewish state without oppressing local population, Putin spy plane before being 'destroyed by pro-Ukraine Belarus group', Amplified jet stream could lead to 'disruptive snow in places', Pupils take to TikTok as they stage protest at Shenfield High School, Dashcam captures moment two cars collide on a roundabout, Putin orders intelligence service to find 'scum' who oppose him, Moment supermarket cashier is attacked at work in New York, Police search allotment sheds for Constance Marten's missing baby, Police: Constance Marten's baby may have come to serious harm. Bob Monkhouse passed away due to prostrate cancer. A day is wasted for me if I haven't done something even mildly creative.". Bob Monkhouse. I wouldn't know what to do if I retired anyway.". He was obviously concentrating on his delivery, but still had the courtesy to exchange good natured pleasantries. After his film collection was returned, Monkhouse confessed that the suspicions werent completely unfounded as he did own one blue movie. He was so jovial & kind to me. Browse Bob Monkhouse movies and TV shows available on Prime Video and begin streaming right away to . Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. 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. So long Bob.. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? The veteran star recalled the strained relationship he had with his son Simon, 46 - who died . I first caught sight of him in the morning as I was entering the hotel to book in with my party. An expert on the history of silent cinema and a film collector, Monkhouse presented Mad Movies in 1966. RIP to the Big Man.Sharon, Wales, I'm sad to hear of Bob's untimely death. The show also included a rare public appearance from Monkhouse's friend Mike Yarwood. 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. 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. Craig Warner, Hayden, Idaho, USA, I grew up in the 80s with Bob constantly on the TV. 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. How do I choose my approach?". Read our, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}. He was a comedy writer, comedian and actor an. 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