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Robert Harper (28 January 1944 – 28 October 2020), known professionally as Bobby Ball, was a British comic, actor, singer and television host. He was best known as a member of the comic double act Cannon and Ball, with Tommy Cannon (Thomas Derbyshire).
Oct 29, 2020 · The comedian and actor, known for his catchphrase "Rock on, Tommy", passed away in Blackpool Victoria Hospital after testing positive for the virus. He was a long-time partner of Tommy Cannon and a regular in sitcoms like Not Going Out and Last of the Summer Wine.
Oct 29, 2020 · The comedian and actor, known for his catchphrase "Rock on Tommy", passed away in hospital after testing positive for the coronavirus. He had a long career in TV and film with his partner Tommy Cannon and other stars.
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Bobby Ball (1944-2020) was a British entertainer who formed a comedy double act with Tommy Cannon. He appeared in TV shows, movies, theater and variety shows, and became a Christian in the 1980s.
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Nov 3, 2020 · Bobby Ball, Half of a Hit British Comedy Duo, Dies at 76. Their TV show “Cannon & Ball,” part goofy comedy and part earnest musical numbers, drew up to 20 million viewers on Saturday nights in...
Bobby Ball, who died after a positive Covid-19 test, was a popular TV star and part of comedy duo Cannon and Ball. His sons paid tribute to his "larger than life" personality and the NHS staff who treated him.
Oct 30, 2020 · Bobby Ball, who died of Covid-19 aged 76, was one half of the popular comedy double act Cannon and Ball, who entertained millions of viewers with their variety show in the Eighties. He also appeared in Last of the Summer Wine and I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here.
