The star, who died from prostate cancer aged 75 in 2003, is to appear in a campaign about the disease that killed him.The ad-makers have taken archive footag. Monkhouse was the class clown at Dulwich College. 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. Monkhouse's agent of 38 years, Peter Prichard, said . In July 1995 two were stolen, and Monkhouse offered a 15,000 reward. [11], Monkhouse was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2001, and he died from this illness at his home on 29 December 2003. Despite his fears about being forgotten, he was branded the unlikely hero of modern comedy in a 2015 Telegraph article because his style is reportedly seen in other comedians. Brian L. Potter, CAMBRIDGE, England. Rest in Peace you dear sweet man. Read our, {{#verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}} {{^verifyErrors}} {{message}} {{/verifyErrors}}. But when did the TV star leave us? I send my heartfelt condolences to his family.Ian Peter, Southport, England, A Great Man Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. Showbusiness agent. More info. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. ITV News, 29/12/2003.Not my copyright - just sharing found ephemera. 1953. ", After vowing not to let illness halt his career, he said last year: "I've responded to treatment incredibly well. 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. Prince Harry 'hated woke nonsense' and 'made jokes we are no longer allowed to make' before meeting Meghan, Charles felt he had to act as king rather than as a father: REBECCA ENGLISH reveals why Charles backed moves Don't just stick to the Malbec! And during the later years of his career when most performers slow down that was pretty much the case due to his regular National Lottery hosting job. His second marriage, to Jacqueline Harding, lasted until his death. First and foremost, however, Bobs career hinged on his comedic excellence. "He was the doyen of English comedy accepted by the fans and by other performers as one of the greats. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Bob Monkhouse. The critics used to pan him as appearing insincere yet very few tried to meet him or get to know him. 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. In 1956, Monkhouse was the host of Do You Trust Your Wife?, the British version of an American game show. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, during the night, he said. He went to Saint Michael's School in Pinner and died in Braintree, Essex, in 1992, aged 40. Bless you, Bob.John, South Wales, Fifteen years ago I met Bob in person in a hotel in Stoke-on-Trent. Monkhouse leaves a daughter, Abigail. The TV career of one of Britain's bestloved entertainers began in 1947, when he appeared with comic partner Denis Goodwin. [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. Bob Monkhouse was one of the most treasured personalities on British TV for decades. ", 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. I once met Bob in 1959, when I was a young boy. Then I'm being patronising. Bob was the greatest comic/entertainer/game show host this country has ever seen. What's it worth to you?" They had three children before they divorced in 1972 and he leaves one daughter, Abigail. He also acted in the Carry On films. I'd have paid good money to stay out of here. He was obviously concentrating on his delivery, but still had the courtesy to exchange good natured pleasantries. Bob Monkhouse passed away due to prostrate cancer. 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. This I have treasured for 45 years. He always had so many original one line jokes! He always made you laugh and was such a professional. By the time he was 27 he was a star. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. Monkhouse lived in a house called "Claridges" in Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, and had a flat in London and a holiday home in Barbados. 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. The golden shots Anne Aston, The man with a million jokes: Bob Monkhouse's legacy examined, Cache in the attic: Bob Monkhouse hid 50,000 comedy videos in his loft, True comedy gold: No one does humour quite like the British, Peter Prichard. Friends said she never fully recovered from Monkhouse's death from prostate cancer in 2003. 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. 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. I've admired and taken a keen interest in him since. Monkhouse went on to describe the scenes that were featured in the X-rated film. Audiences regularly topped 15 million. My thoughts are with his widow and daughter. The Golden Shot,Family Fortunes,Opportunity Knocks, Bobs Full House, Celebrity SquaresandWipeout, he also acted and hosted on the radio. His film archive began in the late 1950s. 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. [4][10] In addition, they were gag writers for American comedians including Bob Hope, supplying jokes for British tours. Monkhouse was said to have been furious by the discovery and stormed out, only to be confronted by Ms Dors. An expert on the history of silent cinema and a film collector, Monkhouse presented Mad Movies in 1966. She then presented a rocket launcher which she promptly 'fired', destroying a camera. "Bob was a major entertainment figure for nearly half a century with both the BBC and ITV," he said. He was diagnosed with the condition in September 2001. 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. 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!" The advertisement was made with the support of Monkhouse's estate and supported by poster campaigns, including award-winning panels displayed in London Underground trains. Last year Monkhouse was back on stage for the Royal Variety Performance where he got the biggest cheer of the night. He learned Yiddish to get Jewish function bookings and joined all three political parties to get their bookings. London Cast Recording. Our thoughts are particularly with his wife Jackie and daughter Abigail at this very sad time. 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. 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 married his secretary Jackie in 1972. Monkhouse once said: "I'll never stop working. He said: "The publicity shots I've done look pretty . He recalled: Two quite attractive women in Marie Antoinette-type outfits are coming through a field. LK 4564. God bless his daughter and wife.David Murphy, England, Bob was a class act, his style, his charm and his amazing quick wit will be sadly missed. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I have to announce the death of Bob Monkhouse OBE. Simon fell out with his father and died of a heroin overdose in a Thai guest house in 2001. He would arrive at any function or cabaret with specially written, individual material for every occasion," said fellow entertainer Des O'Connor. The Independent reported that many assumed he was hoarding porn after the bust but later it was revealed that wasnt the case. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died at his Bedfordshire home aged 75. US Edition Change. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. [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. Other presenting jobs in the 1960s included Candid Camera and Sunday Night at the London Palladium. 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B ob Monkhouse, the king of television comedy, died today after a long battle against cancer. Browse Bob Monkhouse movies and TV shows available on Prime Video and begin streaming right away to . 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. It has been wonderful to hear the present day comics speak admiringly of this man. A day is wasted for me if I haven't done something even mildly creative.". Bob died peacefully in his sleep this morning at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.". "[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. 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. So long Bob.. 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. 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. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard. He went on to front Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House, Bob Says Opportunity Knocks and, more recently, the National Lottery Draw. Monkhouse's grandfather John Monkhouse (18621938) was a prosperous Methodist businessman who co-founded Monk and Glass, which made custard powder and jelly. 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. Bob Monkhouse was educated at Goring Hall School in Worthing, Sussex, and Dulwich College in south London, from which he was expelled for climbing the clock tower. 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]. Monkhouse was an avid campaigner for the disabled. The dozens of other shows Monkhouse presented included Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Bob's Full House. He died peacefully in his sleep with his wife Jackie at his side, said his manager of 38 years, Peter Prichard. Now I know how brave Bob Monkhouse was. That's even more than my wife's cooking."). 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. 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]. He was the guv'nor," said Mr Prichard. David Ismay, a friend of Monkhouse, said the family would not be releasing any details about Friday's service. Not only has Bob died today, but a huge chunk of showbusiness has too. November 30, 1932 - August 30, 201. His death has come to a very big shock to me and I will miss him very much. Yet, in 2007, he made a "comeback", appearing in a new TV campaign advertising a prostate cancer charity. His two sons both died in tragic circumstances, Gary from cerebral palsy and Simon from a heroin overdose. He was 75. Remarkably, he featured in an advert concerning prostate cancer over three years following his death. for his slickness and accused of insincerity. I first caught sight of him in the morning as I was entering the hotel to book in with my party. You can unsubscribe at any time. Whats it worth to you?. This is sad news for British comedy, but I expect Heaven will be a hoot now! Mr Prichard described Monkhouse as "one of the finest men I've ever known". Read more: Nick McGlashan death: Police reveal possibility of drug involvement. EXCLUSIVE: Lanzarote sticks to its guns and insists it WILL limit tourists and move away from relying on Jeremy Clarkson DENIES he has been sacked as Who Wants To Be a Millionaire? 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. Bob: Great Comedian Great mind, great man. A Great Legacy He will be greatly missed.Dave Shaw, Leamington Spa, "Improv" comedy was presented as something new a decade ago, but Bob was a faster thinker than anyone for as long as anyone can remember. Monkhouse was reported to have let out one of his staccato laughs as he explained the scene. [4][5] In a 2015 documentary, it was revealed that Monkhouse and his older brother suffered from physical and verbal abuse by their mother. And one of the women goes, `Ooh, un champignon nouveau [meaning] a new mushroom'. While the comedians career continued to soar, he often admitted that he felt he had no talent and was frustrated that many would only know him as a game show host. Bob Monkhouse: Master Of Laughter airs on Channel 5 tonight Tuesday, December 29 at 9pm. This wasnt the only difficulty to beset the comedian. He went on to enjoy a long career as a comedian and occasional straight actor. He ended by saying, "As a comedian, I've died many deaths. ", Monkhouse, 74 at the time, added: "I can still enjoy sex at 74 - I live at 75, so it's no distance.". 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. Basically my prostate exploded like a firework and distributed the Taliban throughout my system. The British entertainment world is mourning comedian Bob Monkhouse, who has died aged 75. In March, he received a five-minute standing ovation from fellow entertainers at an awards show and BBC1 screened a special on his 56-year TV career in October. He was 75. Monkhouse also appeared in 12 films including Carry On Sergeant. His manager of 38 years, Peter Prichard OBE, said: "Everybody is grieving. During the confrontation, he allegedly held a cut-throat razor to the comedians face and told him: Im going to slit your eyeballs!. None of this was known to Monkhouse, who appeared genuinely frightened (but the production crew were aware). 17,029 pages were read in the last minute. They don't make them like Bob any more! They were returned after 18 months,[10] but the thief, although arrested, was never charged. After his death, tributes were paid by many figures in the world of entertainment. The show lasted three series and showcased comedians of many generations. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died after a long battle with prostate cancer. 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. [7] His widow, Jacqueline, suffered a heart attack and died in Barbados on 28 March 2008.[24]. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. I always enjoyed his 'Smooth' act and his (sometimes v. naughty) innuendos. [8], Before establishing himself as a successful writer and comedian, Monkhouse appeared on stage in London, first as Aladdin in a stage show of the same name written by S. J. 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. Unlike other hosts of the time, such as Sir Bruce Forsyth, the star had been spared the criticism of other comedians. "I want to die in the saddle. He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his two-and-a-half year battle against cancer, said his manager Peter Prichard. Monkhouse died of prostate cancer in 2003. Healthy mother-of-two, 32, collapsed and died from brain bleed while she led fitness bounce class. 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In 1993 Monkhouse was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for services to entertainment. I know no one else like him and will probably never find another. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout. 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. 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 . The star, one of the UK's best known entertainers, battled prostate and bone cancer for more than two years. He asked me to go up on the stage & presented me with a beautiful basket of flowers and got everyone to sing happy birthday. 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 veteran star recalled the strained relationship he had with his son Simon, 46 - who died . Monkhouse was working until six weeks ago, 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, Bob Monkhouse interviewed by Off The Telly.co.uk - May 2003. 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 Monkhouse, one of Britain's best known comedians and game show hosts, died on Dec. 29 from prostate cancer. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Dick Fiddy, the archivist, said: "It's a huge, unwieldy collection which deals with a number of areas. 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 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. 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 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. By Neil Wilkes. Though not a great fan, you always brightened up the TV screen whenever you appeared on it. God bless you Bob and thanks for the memories. Monkhouse was born on 1 June 1928[1] at 168 Bromley Road, Beckenham, Kent, the son of chartered accountant Wilfred Adrian Monkhouse (18941957)[2][3] and Dorothy Muriel Monkhouse (ne Hansard, 18951971). 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. 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. He was a comedy writer, comedian and actor an. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died after a long battle with prostate cancer. [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. Shine on. 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. RIP to the Big Man.Sharon, Wales, I'm sad to hear of Bob's untimely death. Some of his older work like The Golden Shot and Family Fortunes have been kept alive through satellite TV and archive shows, and they will forever remain classics - a measure of how talented a host he was.John, Scotland, If it were possible to study for a Phd in Comedy - Bob Monkhouse should have been awarded an honorary doctorate. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout . "We've lost one of the greatest comics England has ever produced," he said. In the 1980's it was "uncool" to like Bob Monkhouse because of the Alternative Comics appearing on the circuit. View Source Share Save to Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers In 1978 the police raided his Hertfordshire home and seized his collection of 16mm films. Gary died of cerebral palsy in the early 1990s. Monkhouse was allegedly lured into a bedroom by a very attractive and comely young dancer, according to a 2014 Flashbak article. God bless you, Bob. I once met Bob Monkhouse 20 years ago in a lift in a Blackpool hotel when he was on his way to a stage performance. He died peacefully in his sleep with his wife Jackie at his side, said his manager of 38 years, Peter Prichard. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. It's not just film and TV. Monkhouse's other son, Gary, who suffered from cerebral palsy, died in 1993. 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. "He was a total professional and one of the funniest men in the world," he said. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Robert Alan "Bob" Monkhouse, OBE (1st June 1928 - 29th December 2003) was an English entertainer and comedian. 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 added: "The family requests privacy at this very unhappy time.". A Channel 5 show about Bob Monkhouses life and work airs tonight (Tuesday, December 29). 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