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. 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. UK Edition Asia Edition Edicin en Espaol. He has been a comedy presence all my life and will be missed. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends.Tony, Montevettolini, Tuscany, Italy, Images from the veteran comic's lengthy career. "He's one of the bravest men I've met. BBC director general Greg Dyke said: "Bob was a major entertainment figure for nearly half a century with both the BBC and ITV.". And what other career highlights should you keep an eye out for on the programme? Bob died peacefully in his sleep this morning at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer.". He was also such a great stand up comedian in all my 40 years of life never did I here Bob repeat a gag. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout. 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. So long Bob..
Monkhouse, who lives in a Tudor farmhouse in Bedfordshire, has also suffered encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain. Bob Monkhouse. "All I have is a perky mind," he said. Monkhouse s u f f e r e d deeply after the death of his son, Simon, from a heroin overdose in a 1-a-night Thai guesthouse in 2001. 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? "People who hadn't noticed me or who had written me off as a gameshow host started to reassess me. 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. Monkhouse was reported to have let out one of his staccato laughs as he explained the scene. [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. Robert Alan Monkhouse, one of Britain's best known comedians and game show hosts, died on Dec. 29 from prostate cancer. The former Family Fortune host died at his home in the village of Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, during the night, he said. 29/12/2003 One of the country's best-loved comedians, Bob Monkhouse, has died today after a two-year battle with cancer. Prepare for peak pothole season! That's even more than my wife's cooking."). He passed away at home in Bedfordshire on December 29 2003. He was diagnosed with the condition in September 2001. 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. He always made you laugh and was such a professional. Last year Monkhouse was back on stage for the Royal Variety Performance where he got the biggest cheer of the night. After his film collection was returned, Monkhouse confessed that the suspicions werent completely unfounded as he did own one blue movie. [citation needed]. He ended by saying, "As a comedian, I've died many deaths. Among them were many treasures which had previously been believed to be lost to the nation. Prostate cancer, I don't recommend. 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. 17,029 pages were read in the last minute. 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 . 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. 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It was claimed that Carrs one-liners were very similar to those of Monkhouse due to their brevity, their punchiness [and] their verbal economy. ITV News, 29/12/2003.Not my copyright - just sharing found ephemera. The comedian said: I got it when I was 18 or 19. He got them back a year later. The veteran comedian, whose showbusiness career spanned more than half a century, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2001. Not only has Bob died today, but a huge chunk of showbusiness has too. 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. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout . 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. The star, one of the UK's best known entertainers, battled prostate and bone cancer for more than two years. A great comedian and a superb 'ad-libber'. [10] His tenure ended with allegations, which he denied, that he had taken bribes to include branded goods on the programme as advertisements. Robert Alan Monkhouse OBE (1 June 1928 - 29 December 2003) was an English comedian, writer and actor. With Julia Sawalha, Lucille Ball, Michael Barrymore, Jackie Clune. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. Remarkably, he featured in an advert concerning prostate cancer over three years. 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. By the time he was 27 he was a star. . Initially, we found half a dozen TV shows that we knew to be missing.". "He loved showbusiness and showbusiness was lucky to have him. Express. In 1956, Monkhouse was the host of Do You Trust Your Wife?, the British version of an American game show. Moment fitness influencer asks man to move off park bench 'because he's 'ruining her livestream' - but Mortgage demand plummets to a 28-year low as average interest rates hit 6.71% - just as spring home buying Britain braces for brutal -9C Arctic snap: Met Office warns more snow and ice could lash the country next ISIS fanatic jailed over the gruesome beheading of two Scandinavian women hikers in Morocco that shocked the Shamima Begum and other British women who joined Islamic State and are being held in Syria will 'ultimately' Is YOUR wood burner at risk? But Monkhouse was probably best known as a host of popular TV game shows including Celebrity Squares and Family Fortunes. His legacy will be remembered in Bob Monkhouse: Master of Laughter, which airs tonight on Channel 5. He was diagnosed with the condition in September 2001. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I have to announce the death of Bob Monkhouse OBE. She was his secretary and they married in 1973 after he split from first wife Elizabeth. Monkhouse was an avid campaigner for the disabled. His support for up-and-coming comedians and his knowledge of the people working in the industry was legendary. Browse Bob Monkhouse movies and TV shows available on Prime Video and begin streaming right away to . We've lost one of the greatest comics England has ever produced.". He went on to host more than 30 quiz shows on British television. And she goes to pluck the mushroom and continues plucking it for about five minutes.". Audiences regularly topped 15 million. ", 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. . How do I choose my approach?". 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. In the early 1970s he appeared on BBC Radio in Mostly Monkhouse with Josephine Tewson and David Jason. To his presentation and the obvious love he had for the genre. A genius of one-liners, memory and timing! 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 once said: "I'll never stop working. One of the brightest lights just went out on the Christmas tree," he said. Monkhouse once said: "I'll never stop working. Thanks Bob, for years of quick-fire laughs.Stu, France, The ultimate hard working entertainer, who brought joy and laughter to all those who loved his quick fire humour. He was 75. If still alive today, Bob would now be 92! His manager, Peter Prichard, said the entertainer died peacefully at his Bedfordshire home on Monday morning. 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. Showbusiness agent. 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. "I want to die in the saddle. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died after a long battle with prostate cancer. He also became a favourite with impressionists, and, as his comedy style fell out of favour in the 1980s, he was mocked[who?] 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. This wasnt the only difficulty to beset the comedian. He went on to enjoy a long career as a comedian and occasional straight actor. This was broadcast live for 52 weeks a year and drew up to 17 million viewers. In one gag, Monkhouse quipped: They laughed when I said I wanted to be a comedian. In the 1980's it was "uncool" to like Bob Monkhouse because of the Alternative Comics appearing on the circuit. Rob Hall, Manchester, He always gave fantastically crisp and sharp responses on any topic. The widow of comedian Bob Monkhouse has died suddenly, it has emerged. [11] He returned in 1974 after subsequent presenters and comedians Norman Vaughan and Charlie Williams were found wanting.[11]. Bob was also a Royal Variety Performance staple and hosted numerous chat shows with his name attached. [4][5] In a 2015 documentary, it was revealed that Monkhouse and his older brother suffered from physical and verbal abuse by their mother. 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. [4][10] In addition, they were gag writers for American comedians including Bob Hope, supplying jokes for British tours. Gary died of cerebral palsy in the early 1990s. Monkhouse lived in a house called "Claridges" in Eggington, near Leighton Buzzard, and had a flat in London and a holiday home in Barbados. Bob was given an OBE for services to entertainment in 1993. The star, one of the UK's best known entertainers, battled prostate and bone cancer for more than two years. Bob Monkhouse's Comedy Heroes: Directed by Willy Smax. !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. Craig Warner, Hayden, Idaho, USA, I grew up in the 80s with Bob constantly on the TV. Never short of a joke or quip. Monkhouse's agent of 38 years, Peter Prichard, said . And at the same time, for five years from 1998, he also presented popular game show Wipeout. Mike Hayes, Portsmouth, An inspiration to all comics. Every word he spoke was so close to truth and honesty and was glossed with his unique style of wit and humour. Born in Beckenham, south London, in June 1928, Monkhouse developed his talent for comedy while a pupil at nearby Dulwich College. Monkhouse escaped after he kneed Hamilton in the groin and ran away but later admitted that he spent nearly six years fearing repercussions. I want to die in the saddle. It has been wonderful to hear the present day comics speak admiringly of this man. 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. Monkhouse later became a game show host, fronting programmes including Family Fortunes, Bob's Full House and Bob Says Opportunity Knocks. 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. Monkhouse died in 2003 of prostate cancer. He was also at the helm when infamously, on 30 November 1996, the lottery machine failed live on air, causing the draw to be delayed by 50 minutes until after that night's episode of Casualty aired. Monkhouse's TV shows included The Golden Shot - which at its peak had 16 million viewers - Opportunity Knocks and Bob's Full House. View Source Share Save to Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers He was a comedy writer, comedian and actor an. A day is wasted for me if I haven't done something even mildly creative.". He starred in Dentist in the Chair (1960) and Dentist on the Job (1961), later regretting not choosing the Carry Ons over the dental comedies. Bob Monkhouse: Master of Laughter airs at 9pm tonight on Channel 5. Robert Alan Monkhouse OBE (1 June 1928 29 December 2003) was an English comedian, writer and actor. Despite being plagued by self-doubt, the late stars talent is best illustrated through his writing talent. Each email has a link to unsubscribe. Bob Monkhouse. I have wonderful childhood memories of watching Bob's shows with my family. [25] Using computer animation techniques and a sound-alike actor, Monkhouse was seen in a graveyard next to his own grave (though in reality he was cremated) talking about the disease seriously, interspersed with humorous asides to another camera ("What killed me kills one man per hour in Britain. Keep on joking Bob.Michael Anazapela, Aberdeen, A brilliantly funny, inventive and above all sincere performer - Max Miller's "There'll never be another!" Bob signed off: As a comedian, Ive died many deaths. Born in 1928, the young Monkhouse spent his spare time at home in Beckenham writing gags and drawing cartoons. He recalled: Two quite attractive women in Marie Antoinette-type outfits are coming through a field. Too ill to contribute the programme instead featured narration and contributions from fellow professionals. He gave me a guided tour of his car and let me take his photo alongside it. 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. He was not only a brilliant mind, but the warmest and most genuine of friends. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I . I want to die in the saddle. RIP sir.Tony Wallace, Nottingham, As a professional musician, I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Bob on several occasions. Chris Barnett, Eastbourne, His appearance on television brought joy into my life for many years. I saw him live a few years ago and whilst a little 'blue' I couldn't stop laughing at his jokes. His loss is like losing a beloved family member. There will never be another like him. God bless you Bob and thanks for the memories. 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. 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. [11], Monkhouse was diagnosed with prostate cancer in September 2001, and he died from this illness at his home on 29 December 2003. He died peacefully in his sleep after a two-and-a-half year battle. 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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. "[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. His posthumous appearance involved computer animation and a voiceover from another actor. Although I have been away from the UK for some years, thinking about Bob Monkhouse always helped me to connect to the old country and its unique humour. 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. He even managed to joke about his disease, saying last year: "I call it the Taliban because it's the enemy within. In 1978 the police raided his Hertfordshire home and seized his collection of 16mm films. Contents 1 Early life and career 2 Writing and acting success 3 Stand-up comedy 4 Game shows 5 Chat show What are some of his most memorable career moments? The show lasted three series and showcased comedians of many generations. 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. Mr Prichard, who was Monkhouse's manager for 38 years, said: "Sadly, I have to announce the death of Bob Monkhouse OBE. Chris Hankins, Pontypool, Gwent, S. Wales, What a sad loss. Craig, Czech Republic (formerly UK), I'm shocked to hear of Bob's death. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. 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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. His manager, Peter Prichard, said the entertainer died peacefully at his. Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. When do the clocks change in 2023? Police went into his home after he had been wrongly accused of breaching copyright laws and later the case was dismissed. Powerful Commons committee could look at case for banning stoves in towns and Love Island hit by hundreds of Ofcom complaints from furious viewers over 'toxic femininity' row and Movie Carrie Johnson joins campaign for Joanna Simpson's killer BA pilot husband who bludgeoned her to death with Do not sell or share my personal information. He was obviously concentrating on his delivery, but still had the courtesy to exchange good natured pleasantries. Monkhouse went on to describe the scenes that were featured in the X-rated film. And by all accounts he was a nice bloke too! God bless you, Bob. She then presented a rocket launcher which she promptly 'fired', destroying a camera. He worked a punishing schedule. 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. [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. This I have treasured for 45 years. READ MORE: America's Got Talent star Scott Alexander dies after suffering sudden stroke. Theyre not laughing now.. He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his two-and-a-half year battle against. 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. Monkhouse said: Am I going to be nice? 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. 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. My recovery has been dramatic and I'm ready to go back to work.". The couple spent much of their time at their second home in Barbados. 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. 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 married his first wife Elizabeth in 1949 when
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. [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. Though not a great fan, you always brightened up the TV screen whenever you appeared on it. Monkhouse hosted Wipeout from 1998 until a few months before his death in 2003. Last May he was deeply affected by the death of his son Simon from a. They don't make them like Bob any more! 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. It's a little one-reeler, French, and made, I should think, sometime in the Twenties.. He had three children from his first marriage, but only his adopted daughter, Abigail, survived him. My best wishes go to his family & friends.Stephen, St Erth, Cornwall, One word.LEGEND!! Remarkably, he featured in an advert concerning prostate cancer over three years following his death. 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. I'm 33 and he's one of the first faces I can remember seeing on the TV as a child. The fledgling comedian was soon appearing on radio and TV as "the British Bob Hope, for whom he had originally written jokes. The London Gazette, 21 February 1958, p. 1258. Monkhouse died in 2003 of prostate cancer. First and foremost, however, Bobs career hinged on his comedic excellence. Shine on. Opportunity Knocks (1956), The National Lottery (1994), and many others. The show also included a rare public appearance from Monkhouse's friend Mike Yarwood. You can opt-out at any time by signing in to your account to manage your preferences. A real comedian and personality in the original sense of the word. Monkhouse leaves a daughter, Abigail. He was so jovial & kind to me. Photograph: Andy Butterton/PA. Monkhouse's grandfather John Monkhouse (18621938) was a prosperous Methodist businessman who co-founded Monk and Glass, which made custard powder and jelly. One of the nicest people in this business, always found time to stop for a chat. Get involved in exciting, inspiring conversations. Bob, you will be missed!Simon Botley, Kuching, Malaysia, We'll miss you. ", After vowing not to let illness halt his career, he said last year: "I've responded to treatment incredibly well. Simon, a teacher, had a history of depression. Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse has died after a long battle with prostate cancer. applies equally to Bob Monkhouse. 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