The best of bushell on the box garry bushell, bob monkhouse on. His book is written in a conversational style i could almost visualise him saying the words. He was a game show host and standup comedian monkhouse died of prostate cancer in bedford references. Simon monkhouse is an awardwinning consultant weight loss surgeon practicing in london, surrey and sussex. Bob monkhouse, the comedian and game show host known for his quick oneliners and cheesy smile, has died at his home aged 75. Even though some sources may identify a phrase as a catchphrase, this list is for those that meet the definition given in the lead section of the catchphrase article and are. In 1953, the duo won their own tv show called fast and loose 1954, which was sketchcomedy based. My life story by bob monkhouse cornerstone isbn 10 0099255812 isbn 0099255812 this is bob monkhouses. He graduated from the university of cambridge in 2001 and won scholarships for academic excellence top 1st in his year. Recorded in 2003 live on stage, interspersed with interviews with comedians and celebrities that were in the audience that night. The performance is mixed with some of the attendees of. Gold to show bob monkhouse documentary series news. Veteran british comedian and television host bob monkhouse has died at his bedfordshire home aged 75.
Bob monkhouse was educated at goring hall school in worthing, sussex. He became much in demand as an afterdinner speaker and wrote a book about the subject, just say a. Bob monkhouse has books on goodreads with 395 ratings. Robert alan monkhouse obe june 1, 1928 december 29, 2003 was a british writer, actor, comedian and presenter. Check below for episodes and series from the same categories and more. Monkhouses grandfather john monkhouse 18621938 was a prosperous methodist businessman who cofounded monk and. Arthur flecks standup act falls flat in the final trailer for joker which is surprising given that his joke is stolen from the late, great comedian bob monkhouse. Bob s full house was a popular and influential quiz programme hosted by bob monkhouse which was based on the popular game bingo. Bobs full house series 1 episode 8 bob monkhouse youtube. Eric idle, michael palin, bob monkhouse and ronnie barker. Bob monkhouse hid 50,000 comedy videos in his loft. This book contains details of the material found within the bob monkhouse collection. The last stand 2016 recorded in 2003 live on stage, interspersed with interviews with comedians and celebrities that were in the audience that night. Monkhouse had an elder brother, john, who was born in 1922.
Perry recalls the day that monkhouses daughter abigail williams asked. Summer 2003 and bob monkhouse entertains a room full of comedians with standup, chat and a comedy masterclass. Bob monkhouses complete speakers handbook kindle edition by. The night became the stuff of legend among comedians, but was never transmitted until now. One of british tvs most popular performers with a career that spanned over four decades, funnyman bob monkhouse started off as a radio broadcaster 1947 and standup comic. Known best for his permatanned presence on many a tv game show over the years, bob monkhouse also does standup. Robert alan monkhouse obe 1 june 1928 29 december 2003 was an english entertainer. He died peacefully in his sleep after losing his twoandahalf year battle against cancer. The secret life of bob monkhouse tv movie 2011 the. Bob monkhouse, jokewriter to the stars and the longreigning king. The book of days paperback january 1, 1981 by bob monkhouse author 4.
Monkhouse s grandfather john monkhouse 18621938 was a prosperous methodist businessman who cofounded monk and glass, which. Box set of three live standup shows by the incomparable master of suave and wheeze and a tv institution mr. Monkhouse was born on 1 june 1928 at 168 bromley road, beckenham, london, the son of wilfred adrian monkhouse 18941957 and dorothy muriel monkhouse nee hansard 18951971. Bob monkhouse used to phone me whenever he heard a singer mangling the lyrics of a great song, writes dick vosburgh. Bob monkhouse, one of the most enduring figures of british comedy.
Buy book of days 1st paperback printing by monkhouse, bob isbn. When will be the bob monkhouse show next episode air date. He earned success early on as a gag writer, partnering with denis goodwin. Perhaps it just goes to show that comedy is all about the delivery. Veteran british comedian and television host bob monkhouse died today at his bedfordshire home, his manager said. John peel received the big red book treatment from michael aspel after. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. Bobs laughing as his jokes make a recovery the independent. There are some laugh out loud moments and some dull passages the two extremes but i expect different people will find these aspects in different parts of the book.
With bob monkhouse, mike yarwood, fiona allen, jon culshaw. Since bob monkhouses death in 2003, this remarkable comedy archive has remained hidden, stored in suitcases under the desk of the comedians former writing partner, colin edmonds. We are painstakingly transferring the important contents of the video tapes and restoring radio shows. Bob monkhouse obe 19282003 was one of the uks bestknown comedians, with a long career combining writing, acting, standup and as a tv game show host. When lovelorn groom dannys wil wheaton wife suffers a tragic death on the couples wedding day, the arrival of a mysterious book places his entire future in jeopardy in this supernatural drama. He was one of the mostpopular funny men britains produced and we miss bob monkhouse to this day. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Where to countdown the bob monkhouse show air dates.
Max clifford, bob monkhouses slit eyeballs and the krays. Bob monkhouse hosted the series which showcased the best comic talents from both the united kingdom and america. The secret life of bob monkhouse bbc4 page 3 digital spy. The late bob monkhouse was rightly famous for many reasons. Bobs full house was a popular and influential quiz programme hosted by bob monkhouse which was based on the popular game bingo. The night became the stuff of legend among comedians. On this tip theres a good radio 4 thunderbirds doc on youtube which bob does the voiceover for, its been cut together with all the correct thunderbirds clips, its well worth a watch if youre into bob and thunderbirds. A superb standup comedian just search out the programme on his final gig for evidence of that the last stand, its on youtube as well as a fixture of british light entertainment for decades, he passed away at the end of 2003, aged 75. The prolific comedian, writer and performer was famous worldwide for his sharp oneliners, topical gags and charming smile. Bob monkhouses most popular book is crying with laughter. There was rejoicing yesterday, in some quarters anyway, at the news that comedian bob monkhouses joke books, missing since july last year.
Directed by todd phillips, joker is a standalone film thats not connected to the ongoing dc extended universe, and is set in the 1980s when bruce wayne is still. His family owned a custard factory, but after leaving school he decided to go into writing comedy material in a doubleact with denis godwin for major hollywood stars such as bob hope, frank sinatra, dean martin. In the 1980s it was uncool to like bob monkhouse because of the alternative comics appearing on the circuit. Bob monkhouse tommy cooper tv ratings bob hope joan collins every day book book summaries best selling books crying with laughter. One day he wrote to me to say that he had used a few of my gags and. Bob monkhouse, his movie collection, and the bizarre. The million joke man the three episodes will focus on bob monkhouse, the entertainer who worked as a comedian and presenter for over 50 years the channel explains. Prime members enjoy free twoday delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows. Bob monkhouse left me his joke books in his will, says friend and. The complete speakers handbook by bob monkhouse and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. But now, for the first time, bob monkhouses legendary joke books are. Uktv gold has announced new documentary series bob monkhouse.
Since bob monkhouse s death in 2003, this remarkable comedy archive has remained hidden, stored in suitcases under the desk of the comedians former writing partner, colin edmonds. See more ideas about bob monkhouse, hair styles, short hair styles. Bob monkhouses complete speakers handbook kindle edition by bob monkhouse. Monkhouses grandfather was a prosperous methodist businessman who coowned monk and glass, which made custard powder and. When bob monkhouse died in 2003, he left behind not only a comedic career spanning half a century but also a vast collection of private tv and film recordings from the same period.
There are many incredible finds, and the event is an exciting time for all concerned. Buy book of days 1st paperback printing by bob monkhouse isbn. Bob monkhouse, who for many years was one of the great entertainers and game show hosts in television history tells his life story in candid fashion, honest, frank, light hearted. Her real name was diana fluck but her mother said she should change it because there was always the chance that her name would be up in lights outside a cinema and one of. The bbc is to broadcast bob monkhouses last recorded gig an intimate performance to an audience full of other comedians and his performance took an unusual turn when the veteran comedian dropped the gags and started speaking about the. It is illustrated with many stills and script extracts from bobs work which no longer survives in. In my early days of watching tv, i always thought of bob monkhouse as being a product of my parents generation, harking back to the musical hall and old style cabaret days. David jason and his fans celebrate his autobiography, my life. Explore books by bob monkhouse with our selection at. You can share any bit of funny information, piece of trivia too or tell a story about this.
Monkhouse had an elder brother, john, born in 1922. Bob monkhouse was britains king of the quiz show, but this was just a part of a 50year career in show business. Bob monkhouses astonishing joke book now open to the. This is a list of catchphrases found in british and american television and film, where a catchphrase is a short phrase or expression that has gained usage beyond its initial scope. Robert alan bob monkhouse, obe 1st june 1928 29th december.
A day is wasted for me if i havent done something even mildly creative. Thunderbirds are go scifi on strings secret life of bob monkhouse thread. Help us to expand our database and send best quotes from bob monkhouse you know by using the form below. Books by bob monkhouse author of crying with laughter. If you liked bob monkhouse, or just curious about him, youll like this book. The entertainer was among the first people to own a video recorder. He acted in films and wrote and acted on television. My life story 1st hardcover by bob monkhouse 16 jan 1993. Bobs full house by christopher perry paperback lulu. The archive consisted of 36,000 videotapes, going back to when monkhouse first bought a home video recorder in 1966. Bob monkhouses astonishing joke book now open to the public.
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