"I'm superficial. Id have paid good money to stay out of here. [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]. And by all accounts he was a nice bloke too! 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. One more star has disappeared from the British theatres and TVs. Monkhouse was married twice, firstly to Elizabeth Thompson on 5 November 1949. Despite his on-screen success, his life was dogged by personal tragedy. There are many incredible finds, and the event [is] an exciting time for all concerned.". His support for up-and-coming comedians and his knowledge of the people working in the industry was legendary. He will be greatly missed. He was 75. 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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. The comedian said: I got it when I was 18 or 19. His death has come to a very big shock to me and I will miss him very much. Monkhouse died in 2003 of prostate cancer. What are some of his most memorable career moments? He published his first cartoon when he was 12, and sold a joke to his hero, Max Miller, for five shillings when he was 15. Recorded in 2003 live on stage, interspersed with interviews with comedians and celebrities that were in the audience that night. 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He went on to front Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House, Bob Says Opportunity Knocks and, more recently, the National Lottery Draw. [7], Monkhouse completed his National service with the Royal Air Force in 1948. November 30, 1932 - August 30, 201. Thanks for the memories Bob, your wit and devilment was a wonderful gift you shared with all. Bless you, Bob.John, South Wales, Fifteen years ago I met Bob in person in a hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. Now I know how brave Bob Monkhouse was. Bob Monkhouse: Master of Laughter airs at 9pm tonight on Channel 5. Monkhouse leaves a daughter, Abigail. UK Edition Asia Edition Edicin en Espaol. Bob was also a Royal Variety Performance staple and hosted numerous chat shows with his name attached. Monkhouse's other son, Gary, who suffered from cerebral palsy, died in 1993. None of this was known to Monkhouse, who appeared genuinely frightened (but the production crew were aware). 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. This wasnt the only difficulty to beset the comedian. In July 1995 two were stolen, and Monkhouse offered a 15,000 reward. Bob Monkhouse: The Last Stand: Directed by Mark Lucey. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances - Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. !Martin, Hebburn, Tyne & Wear, Thanks Bob for having entertained us with your clean sense of humour and sharp wit you will be sadly missed.Baber, London, England, A true professional and a charming man whose humour managed to connect generations. 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. 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 was diagnosed with the condition in September 2001. Sign up for exclusive newsletters, comment on stories, enter competitions and attend events. He was appearing in south sea with Yana. "He's one of the bravest men I've met. When do the clocks change in 2023? Prostate cancer, I dont recommend. [9], Monkhouse began his adult career as a scriptwriter for radio comedy in partnership with Denis Goodwin, a fellow Old Alleynian with whom he also compred Smash Hits on Radio Luxembourg. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. The dozens of other shows Monkhouse presented included Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Bob's Full House. "I saw a specialist who asked me 'Are you familiar with the phrase faecal impaction?' Monkhouse leaves a daughter, Abigail. 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. 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. Monkhouse's TV shows included The Golden Shot - which at its peak had 16 million viewers - Opportunity Knocks and Bob's Full House. Enter your password to log in. After a difficult life with the death of both of his sons, his own demise is a terrible loss and commiserations should be extended to his family. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, during the night, he said. She was his secretary and they married in 1973 after he split from first wife Elizabeth. He had an encyclopaedic capacity for recalling gags and one liners and could play to many different audiences. I only 'discovered' his magic some 4 years ago but am so glad I did. 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. This account already exists. His true character came out not on the game shows but when on the stage - watch these performances for a taste or real comedy.David, Ashton, England, Thanks for the memory Bob, you will be missed!Jim Poole, Gt Yarmouth. for his slickness and accused of insincerity. He had three children from his first marriage, but only his adopted daughter, Abigail, survived him. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died after a long battle with prostate cancer. Monkhouse had an elder brother, John, who was born in 1922. 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. 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. Thank you for your tributes to Bob Monkhouse. I've admired and taken a keen interest in him since. You can opt-out at any time by signing in to your account to manage your preferences. He was 75. 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. 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. Am I going to be nasty? Monkhouse's final stand-up show was performed at the Albany Comedy Club in London on 25 August 2003,[13] four months before his death. applies equally to Bob Monkhouse. A Bob Monkhouse impersonator is so good fans keep thinking the comedy legend is still alive. Initially, we found half a dozen TV shows that we knew to be missing.". Monkhouse leaves a daughter, Abigail. 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. In his later years, Monkhouse was probably better known for hosting television quiz shows than for being a comedian. His posthumous appearance involved computer animation and a voiceover from another actor. 29/12/2003 One of the country's best-loved comedians, Bob Monkhouse, has died today after a two-year battle with cancer. Monkhouse hosted Wipeout from 1998 until a few months before his death in 2003. 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. Simon, a teacher, had a history of depression. Bob died peacefully in his sleep at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.". Keep on joking Bob.Michael Anazapela, Aberdeen, A brilliantly funny, inventive and above all sincere performer - Max Miller's "There'll never be another!"
US Edition Change. 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. He fell out with his parents over his marriage to first wife Elizabeth when he was 20, never making up with his father. 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. View Source Share Save to Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers 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. He spent 50 years in television, hosting TV game shows such as Family Fortunes and appearing in 12 films. 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The Independents Giles Smith commented that Monkhouse told me this quite candidly in a 1995 article. DON'T MISSBob Monkhouse: The comedy uncle[INTERVIEW]Why comedy fans love a one-liner[ANALYSIS]Cache in the attic: Bob Monkhouse hid 50,000 comedy videos in his loft[NEWS]. 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 He gave me a guided tour of his car and let me take his photo alongside it. Despite being plagued by self-doubt, the late stars talent is best illustrated through his writing talent. From 1996 to 1998, Monkhouse presented The National Lottery Live show on Saturday evenings on BBC1, for which he created the catchphrase: "I know I'm a sinner, but make me a winner!" Our thoughts and prayers are with his . And at the same time, for five years from 1998, he also presented popular game show Wipeout. He will never be forgotten.Luke Cumiskey, La Paz, Bolivia, In my early days of watching TV, I always thought of Bob Monkhouse as being a product of my parents' generation, harking back to the Musical Hall and old style cabaret days. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. He said: "The publicity shots I've done look pretty . 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. 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. Our thoughts are particularly with his wife Jackie and daughter Abigail at this very sad time. His other son, Simon, a stand-up poet, from whom he had been estranged for 13 years, died aged 46 from a heroin overdose in a hotel in northern Thailand in April 2001.[4][20]. 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Monkhouse died aged 75 after being one of Britain's top comedians for more than four decades. 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. His manager, Peter Prichard, said the entertainer died peacefully at his Bedfordshire home on Monday morning. 1953. Simon fell out with his father and died of a heroin overdose in a Thai guest house in 2001. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. 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. [14] Among the audience were a number of British comedians who had been personally invited by Monkhouse, including Reece Shearsmith, Jon Culshaw, David Walliams, Fiona Allen and Mark Steel. Monkhouse, an acknowledged expert on the early cinema, lived in a 16th century farmhouse. He went on to host more than 30 quiz shows on British television. Monkhouse's agent of 38 years, Peter Prichard, said . 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. My thoughts are with his family and friends.Dominic Hill, Burnham, It was with great sadness I read of the death of Bob Monkhouse. Prostate cancer, I don't recommend. Born in 1928, the young Monkhouse spent his spare time at home in Beckenham writing gags and drawing cartoons. That's even more than my wife's cooking."). He was 75. You must be at least 18 years old to create an account, Must be at least 6 characters, include an upper and lower case character and a number, I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from Evening Standard. Monkhouse later became a game show host, fronting programmes including Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House and Bob Says Opportunity Knocks. Mr Monkhouse had a long and successful career in showbusiness and had hosted hundreds of television shows. Around 1969 he was a partner, with Malcolm Mitchell, in the Mitchell Monkhouse Agency. God Bless You BOB! 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. 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. He married Jackie, his former secretary in 1973. "He was respected by all the other comedians because he was dedicated to his craft - he never stopped making people laugh," Mr Prichard said. A Man Already Greatly Missed. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout. The star, one of the UK's best known entertainers, battled prostate and bone cancer for more than two years. 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. Monkhouse once said: "I'll never stop working. Monkhouse went on to describe the scenes that were featured in the X-rated film. You can unsubscribe at any time. Theyre not laughing now.. It was claimed that Carrs one-liners were very similar to those of Monkhouse due to their brevity, their punchiness [and] their verbal economy. He was such a great comedian and was one of my all time favourites. Today is the 17th anniversary of Bob Monkhouses death. B ob Monkhouse, the king of television comedy, died today after a long battle against cancer. "We've lost one of the greatest comics England has ever produced," he said. You were one of the best.Haydn Jones, Prestatyn, Denbighshire. before walking away from his grave and disappearing. 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. With Bob Monkhouse, Mike Yarwood, Fiona Allen, Jon Culshaw. The veteran star recalled the strained relationship he had with his son Simon, 46 - who died . A Channel 5 show about Bob Monkhouses life and work airs tonight (Tuesday, December 29). The fledgling comedian was soon appearing on radio and TV as "the British Bob Hope, for whom he had originally written jokes. 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. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. He would arrive at any function or cabaret with specially written, individual material for every occasion," said fellow entertainer Des O'Connor. Suddenly I was in fashion again and reaching new people. He was also such a great stand up comedian in all my 40 years of life never did I here Bob repeat a gag. Monkhouse died of prostate cancer in 2003. First and foremost, however, Bobs career hinged on his comedic excellence. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I have to announce the death of Bob Monkhouse OBE. Monkhouse once said: "I'll never stop working. 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. This was broadcast live for 52 weeks a year and drew up to 17 million viewers. As an actor, his credits included Carry On Sergeant and Thunderbirds Are Go! In his final years, Monkhouse hosted a show on BBC Radio 2 called The Monkhouse Archive in which he provided humorous links to clips of comedy acts spanning the previous 50 years. Monkhouse considered himself lucky when he reflected on his near-five decades in show business. 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He died peacefully in his sleep after a two-and-a-half year battle against prostate cancer, said Peter Prichard. The show lasted three series and showcased comedians of many generations. Monkhouse, a self-professed cinephile, had a projection booth and an eight-foot-wide screen that descended from the ceiling. 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. He then moved to ITV to front two more game shows, Bob's Your Uncle and The $64,000 Question, neither of which was a popular success. His film archive began in the late 1950s. [4][5] In a 2015 documentary, it was revealed that Monkhouse and his older brother suffered from physical and verbal abuse by their mother. His knowledge and skill in comedy were without parallel. When Monkhouse appeared in March at the Television and Radio Industries Club awards in London, where he received an award for his contribution to the entertainment world, the comedian wise-cracked: "I discovered about two years ago that visits to the loo were less and less profitable. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. A great comedian and a superb 'ad-libber'. He also acted in the Carry On films. [26][27] Money raised went to the Prostate Cancer Research Foundation.[28]. ITV News, 29/12/2003.Not my copyright - just sharing found ephemera. Photograph: Andy Butterton/PA. Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. After his death, tributes were paid by many figures in the world of entertainment. The entire Monkhouse film and television archive is now held by Kaleidoscope, including all the material previously held by the National Film and Television Archive (NFTVA). ", After vowing not to let illness halt his career, he said last year: "I've responded to treatment incredibly well. In 1978 the police raided his Hertfordshire home and seized his collection of 16mm films. Bob Monkhouse. he was 20, which caused a rift with his parents. I have wonderful childhood memories of watching Bob's shows with my family. ", Monkhouse, 74 at the time, added: "I can still enjoy sex at 74 - I live at 75, so it's no distance.". Express. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. The British entertainment world is mourning comedian Bob Monkhouse, who has died aged 75. Browse Bob Monkhouse movies and TV shows available on Prime Video and begin streaming right away to . Gary died of cerebral palsy in the early 1990s. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I have to announce the death of Bob Monkhouse OBE. It's not just film and TV. More info. Read more: Gemma Arterton in Black Narcissus: Bond girls raunchiest roles as nun drama gets sexy. 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]. 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