You have a really good range of talent on throughout the year from what i can see.
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You have a really good range of talent on throughout the year from what i can see.
Thank you, swmc. We try our best. This weekend coming we have Joe Pasquale on Friday, Marshall King (voted best Elvis tribute act in the UK) on Saturday and Lee Mead on Sunday. Not bad for one weekend!
Actor Stephen Lewis, best known for his role as officious inspector "Blakey" in 1970s sitcom On the Buses, has died aged 88, his family has announced.
Lewis also played "Smiler" in the BBC's Last of the Summer Wine.
Born in east London in 1926, he got his start at the Theatre Royal Stratford East under the famous Joan Littlewood.
According to his family, the actor died "quite peacefully" in a nursing home in Wanstead, east London, in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
In his role as Inspector Cyril "Blakey" Blake, Lewis constantly clashed, and was usually unwitted by, Reg Varney's wily bus driver Stan Butler.
One of his catchphrases was "I'll get you for this, Butler" - one he was happy to repeat, according to the manager of the nursing home where he lived out his final years.
The popular sitcom ran from 1969 to 1973 and spawned three big-screen spin-offs: On the Buses, Mutiny on the Buses and Holiday on the Buses.
Lewis's other sitcoms included Don't Drink the Water, On the Buses' short-lived, Spain-based sequel, and the BBC's railway-themed Oh, Mr Beeching!
Actor Stephen Lewis, best known for his role as officious inspector "Blakey" in 1970s sitcom On the Buses, has died aged 88, his family has announced.
Lewis also played "Smiler" in the BBC's Last of the Summer Wine.
Born in east London in 1926, he got his start at the Theatre Royal Stratford East under the famous Joan Littlewood.
According to his family, the actor died "quite peacefully" in a nursing home in Wanstead, east London, in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
In his role as Inspector Cyril "Blakey" Blake, Lewis constantly clashed, and was usually unwitted by, Reg Varney's wily bus driver Stan Butler.
One of his catchphrases was "I'll get you for this, Butler" - one he was happy to repeat, according to the manager of the nursing home where he lived out his final years.
The popular sitcom ran from 1969 to 1973 and spawned three big-screen spin-offs: On the Buses, Mutiny on the Buses and Holiday on the Buses.
Lewis's other sitcoms included Don't Drink the Water, On the Buses' short-lived, Spain-based sequel, and the BBC's railway-themed Oh, Mr Beeching!
Very sad news. Stephen Lewis was great as Blakey. "I 'ate you Butler."
"It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the death of our beautiful, dynamic and one of a kind mother," her family told People. More than 500 million copies of Collins' books have been sold.
RIP Jackie, I have enjoyed reading many of your books
RIP Jackie Collins - I loved the saga of Lucky
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Glasgow-born singer-songwriter Jim Diamond, who had hits including I Should Have Known Better, has died aged 64.
He first entered the UK singles charts in 1982 with the song I Won't Let You Down - recorded with his band Ph.D.
He went on to achieve international success with I Should Have Known Better and Hi-Ho Silver, the theme tune for ITV series Boon.
His family said they were "deeply shocked by his sudden death".
He passed away at his home in London.
A family spokesman added: "He was a devoted family man who loved his wife Chrissy and his children Sara and Lawrence, and the music that he continued to make.
"He dedicated a lot of time over recent years to the Cash for Kids charity appeal in Scotland with his friend Sir Tom Hunter and was still active and well respected on the music scene.
"He'll be much missed by all who knew him and everyone who loved his music and his unique voice and style."
'Scotland's Ray Charles'
Born in Glasgow's East End, Diamond was influenced by the voices of Ray Charles and Otis Redding and joined his first band at the age of 14.
After moving to London he formed the band Bandit and his haunting voice was brought to the attention of the father of British blues Alexis Korner, who invited him to work with him.
He later went to Los Angeles where he worked with Eddie Kramer, the legendary producer of Jimmi Hendrix.
On his return to London he formed the band Ph.D with Tony Hymas and Simon Phillips. Their first single I Won't Let You Down went on to sell millions.
When Ph.D went their separate ways, Diamond signed to A&M Records.
His single I Should Have Known Better went straight to number one and was nominated for an Ivor Novello award. His next single Hi Ho Silver was another top ten hit.
At the Edinburgh Festival in 1993, the Scotsman newspaper described Diamond as "Scotland's answer to Ray Charles".
In the late 90s, he teamed up with saxophonist Chris "Snake" Davis from soul outfit M People. They performed together and later worked on Diamond's album Souled and Healed which was released, in 2005.
In 2011, he released an album of soul covers featuring Scottish musicians including Wet Wet Wet drummer Tommy Cunningham and Greg Kane of Hue & Cry.
BBC
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RIP Jim, love his work
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Maureen O'Hara, star of 'How Green Was My Valley,' dies at 95
Ireland's daughter is now resting in peace in the land of Emerald green. RIP
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Maureen O' Hara's sad death which says she will
not be buried in her native Ireland but in
Arlington National Cemetry Washington - next to
her husband General Charles Blair . She had dual
Irish/ US citizenship and did a lot to publicise
Ireland and help the area where she was born.
Very sad news!!
She also played the mother in the original Parent Trap - love that film.
rip a true screen icon, epic beauty
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R.I.P.
Al Molinaro: 'Happy Days' Actor Dies at Age 96
Molinaro died in a Wisconsin hospital on Thursday, his son confirmed. He was known for playing Al Delvecchio on the ABC sitcom "Happy Days" and for his role in ABC's "The Odd Couple."
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RIP Al ... loved him in Happy Days and The Odd Couple :(
David Hasselhoff has changed his name to David Hoff.
The former 'Baywatch' actor - who is nicknamed The Hoff - claims he has wanted to make the change for years and has overjoyed to have undergone the change.
Announcing his new moniker in a YouTube video, he said: "I've been wanting to drop the Hassel from my life for years. Now I have made it official."
And the 63-year-old star - who showed off framed documents bearing his new surname - is feeling "great" thanks to his shortened name.
He tweeted: "Big news today and a massive relief for me. I hope everyone can understand... it feels great!"
David recently admitted he is worried the forthcoming 'Baywatch' movie will be a "joke" and would only agree to appear in the much-discussed movie alongside Zac Efron if it were to remain true to the original storyline.
Asked if he's been offered a role in the movie, David said: "I don't really know [if I'm in it]. I don't really know if I want to be in it."
David also said he'd previously been offered the chance to appear in a movie version of another of his TV shows, 'Knight Rider', but was unimpressed with the script.
He added: "You know, I saw a 'Knight Rider' script and I hated it. The girl said, 'What did you think?' And I said, 'When it got to my part the script flew out of my hand.' I never saw it again.
"You know, if 'Knight Rider' is true to 'Knight Rider', I would do it. If 'Baywatch' is going to be a joke, I don't think so.
"I might do 'Baywatch' the musical or something like that. Make it something as close to what it was. They laughed at it but they still loved it. I don't want it to be a joke."
Thank heaven his first name isn't Fred, be one hell of a signature !:D
I have led a sheltered life it seems .. why would it be one hell of a signature if his first name was Fred??:o:searchme:Quote:
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Maybe, F. Hoff might have a different meaning for some .Perdita, not us two of course. :)Quote:
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http://www.picgifs.com/smileys/smile...ink-252022.gif Gotcha :thumbsup::DQuote:
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Actor Warren Mitchell, famous for his television role as Alf Garnett in the series Till Death Us Do Part, has died.
Mitchell's agent confirmed the 89-year-old's death.
A statement from the actor's family said: "Sadly we can confirm Warren Mitchell died in the early hours of Saturday, November 14, surrounded by his family."
In contrast to his screen role as a racist, homophobic, chauvinistic and sexist character, Mitchell was in reality a socialist.
Nevertheless, he was still being stopped in the street 40 years on by fans who thought he really was like his character.
He once admitted some similarities to Garnett, saying: "Opinionated male chauvinistic pig at times, I suppose. As my wife Connie once said to me, 'You are like that awful Alf Garnett, only he's funny and you're not'."
Reacting to news of his death, comedian Ricky Gervais tweeted: "Alf Garnett was one of the most influential and important characters and performances in comedy history. RIP Warren Mitchell."
RIP Warren
Famous '70s TV star Dan Haggerty -- who played Grizzly Adams -- died from cancer early Friday morning ... TMZ has learned.
Haggerty died after battling cancer for the last few months. Sources close to Dan's family tell us doctors discovered the cancer after he had surgery for back pain.
Haggerty starred in the 1977 hit TV show "The Life and Times of Grizzly Adams" as the lovable mountain man whose BFF was a grizzly bear. He also guest starred on several TV shows like "CHiPs" and "Charlie's Angels."
Haggerty was getting treatment in a hospital until recently when doctors told him the end was near and his son told close friends and family to come visit over the last few days before he passed.
Bunny Ranch owner and friend of Haggertys Dennis Hof tells TMZ, "Grizzly Adams was my friend for 20 years, the Bunnys loved him, he loved to drink with the Bunnys and told amazing jokes."
Dan was 74.
Read more: http://www.tmz.com/2016/01/15/dan-ha...#ixzz3xLOda7bs
RIP Dan xxx :(
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RIP Sir Terry :( xx
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rip terry, a voice familiar to many and a true gentQuote:
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Very sad to hear the news of Sir Terry's passing. His Radio 2 Breakfast show was just the tonic to wake up to each morning, who can forget his send ups of Dallas and Dysentery. :) His hand over's to Jimmy Young and in later times to Ken Bruce were so funny and legendary. More recently he had a nice charming Sunday Morning show on Radio 2.
Then there was Eurovision, the only reason to watch the ridiculous 10 hour marathon was because of Sir Tel's witty commentary, much to the annoyance of other countries. Terry was the best presenter of Blankety Blank (everybody wanted a Blankety Blank cheque book and pen), his thrice weekly Chat shows were legendary in the mid 80's and early 90's (taking over from Parky who has misjudged leaving the BBC for TV-AM,) Points of View and perhaps Terry's biggest triumph and legacy will be the charity Children In Need.
Heaven will be a witty, funnier place now. Here's to our favourite adopted gentle Irishman. :clap: RIP Sir Terry.
Paul Daniels, aged 77, has been diagnosed with an 'incurable brain tumour', his family has confirmed in a statement released on Saturday (February 20).
The statement released by Daniels' publicist read: "We can confirm that one of our greatest magicians and entertainers of all times, Paul Daniels, has sadly been diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour.
"On behalf of Paul, Debbie and their families, we thank you for your kind concerns and support at this sad time and ask that their privacy continues to be respected. There will be no further comments at this time."
Daniels is married to fellow entertainer Debbie McGee, television, radio and stage performer who has acted as Daniels' assistant in his shows.
McGee shared the sad news with an update on her Twitter page, sharing a link to the statement on Paul Daniels' website with the accompanying message: "With great sadness."
With great sadness https://t.co/UX8lnuFYBK
— Debbie McGee (@thedebbiemcgee) February 20, 2016
Daniels is best known as the host of The Paul Daniels Magic Show on BBC One, which ran for 25 years from 1979 until 1994.
The entertainer also starred in Strictly Come Dancing's eighth series in 2010 where he and partner Ola Jordan become the second couple to be voted off.
Shame :(
very sad
Sad news indeed
Very sad news. He is such a nice man. He's due to appear at our theatre on 25th March. This would have been his third visit in three years. He and Debbie are real pleasures to work with. They are both very friendly and "muck in", no demands and putting on airs as "star performers" like we get with some artistes. Very down to earth and also very appreciative of everyone at the theatre and goes out of his way to thank everyone.
Also, of course, such a consumate performer and a truly great magician. He played an enormous part in keeping magic alive, both in the theatre and on television.
Yes, very sad news.
And that's magic!
Nancy Reagan has died ... TMZ has learned from a close family member.
The former first lady was living in Bel Air and has been in failing health in recent years. She died from congestive heart failure at her home.
Mrs. Reagan married Ronald in 1952 and went on to became a First Lady who at first was severely criticized for her fancy taste -- particularly in china -- but went on to become beloved, along with her husband.
She'll be buried next to her husband at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley.
Nancy was a former actress who starred in B movies, before meeting her future husband.
She was fiercely loyal to Ronald and extremely protective, often getting in his ear about White House staffers she thought were less than loyal.
In one famous moment during Ronald Reagan's presidency, he was asked a difficult question and Nancy whispered an answer, "We're doing the best we can."
During her time as First Lady, she created the "Just Say No" to drugs campaign.
Read more: http://www.tmz.com/2016/03/06/nancy-...#ixzz428v2QqnN
RIP
Great First Lady
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got to say that Cheryl Tweedy stole the show at the Brits feb 2016
she s back to looking a hot babe !
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Keith Emerson (1944 - 2016)
We regret to announce that Keith Emerson died last night at his home in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, aged 71. We ask that the family’s privacy and grief be respected.
For any other enquires, please contact [email protected]
RIP Keith
PAUL DANIELS HAS LEFT HOSPITAL TO SPEND HIS FINAL DAYS WITH HIS FAMILY! PAULS SON MARTIN SAID DAD HAS ACCEPTED THERE IS NOTHING THAT CAN BE DONE FOR HIM AS HIS BRAIN TUMOUR IS UNTREATABLE AND HIS CONDITION IS TERMINAL BUT DEBBIE MAGEE WAS DISTRAUGHTQuote:
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I wish Paul a peaceful and pain free time with his family. :(
Paul Daniels has passed away at the age of 77.
The legendary magician and television star spent his final days at his family home, after being diagnosed with an incurable brain tumour.
Paul's agent confirmed that he died in the early hours of Thursday morning (March 17), "at home with Debbie at his side".
RIP Paul
There is a lovely interview with her on the bbc. Made me tear up a bit tbh. Lovely reference to Mrs Merton though. :)
rip magic man paul daniels