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Robert Alan Monkhouse OBE (1 June 1928 – 29 December 2003) was an English comedian, writer and actor. He was the host of television game shows including The Golden Shot, Celebrity Squares, Family Fortunes and Wipeout .
One of British TV's most popular performers with a career that spanned over four decades, funny-man Bob Monkhouse started off as a radio broadcaster (1947) and stand-up comic. He earned success early on as a gag writer, partnering with Denis Goodwin.
Jan 10, 2024 · Enjoy the hilarious and witty performance of Bob Monkhouse, one of the greatest British comedians, in this BBC stand-up comedy show.
Dec 30, 2003 · Bob Monkhouse, one of the most enduring figures of British comedy, died at his home in Bedfordshire yesterday aged 75.
Dec 29, 2003 · The British entertainment world is mourning comedian Bob Monkhouse, who has died aged 75. The star, one of the UK's best known entertainers, battled prostate and bone cancer for more than two...
Dec 29, 2013 · Ten years ago, cancer claimed the life of one of British comedy's most influential, clever and witty - yet often misunderstood - personalities. Here, blogger, fan, enthusiast and occasional comedy historian Georgy Jamieson looks back at the life and work of the man: Bob Monkhouse. "He was the best technician of comedy this country's ever had" - ...
Dec 29, 2003 · Bob Monkhouse's critics called him bumptious, smooth and smarmy but, for more than 40 years, he was one of the most popular and assured performers on British television. Monkhouse, who has died...
Bob Monkhouse. Writer: Dentist in the Chair. One of British TV's most popular performers with a career that spanned over four decades, funny-man Bob Monkhouse started off as a radio broadcaster (1947) and stand-up comic. He earned success early on as a gag writer, partnering with Denis Goodwin.
Jan 3, 2011 · The extraordinary story of comedian Bob Monkhouse's life and career, told through the vast private archive of films, TV shows, letters and memorabilia that he left behind.
Dec 29, 2003 · Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. He was 75. He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his two-and-a-half year...
