Person: Bob Monkhouse

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Tommy Tiernan ahead of his upcoming Cork gig: ‘It all has to be out of control’

In advance of his Cork gig, Tommy Tiernan tells Ellie O’Byrne about his comedy influences, his obscure taste in film, and his love of Chris De Burgh.

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Sean Hughes on comedy, Buzzcocks and how he almost lost his virginity in Cork

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Comedian Stewart Francis shares the art of the perfect pun

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Curtains for ‘hormonally challenged’ Monkhouse comic

Holden set to see two series cancelled

Amanda Holden’s two TV shows could be set for the axe, it has been revealed.

Wed, 24 Feb, 2010

Funeral tributes to father-of-four shot dead on doorstep

A financial adviser gunned down on his doorstep was today remembered as a loving family man who was devoted to his heartbroken wife and sons.

Sat, 02 May, 2009

Tributes for doctor who ‘demystified psychiatry’

TRIBUTES were paid to the life’s work of renowned psychiatrist and broadcaster Anthony Clare, who died suddenly over the weekend.

Wed, 31 Oct, 2007

Monkhouse makes advert 'from beyond the grave'

Comedian Bob Monkhouse is making a comeback from beyond the grave to appear in a TV campaign about the disease that killed him.

Mon, 11 Jun, 2007

Cooper voted Britain's favourite comedian

Tommy Cooper has been voted Britain’s favourite funnyman of all time.

Wed, 25 Aug, 2004

Monkhouse gags willed to writer pal

Bob Monkhouse has left his treasured joke books to a fellow comedy writer, it emerged today.

Thu, 15 Jul, 2004

Monkhouse funeral held today

The funeral of comic Bob Monkhouse was held today, a friend of the family said tonight.

Fri, 02 Jan, 2004

Comic legend Monkhouse dies

THE British entertainment industry was last night mourning the death of comic Bob Monkhouse after he lost his fight against cancer.

Tue, 30 Dec, 2003

Tributes flow to Monkhouse

Stars from the world of comedy paid tribute tonight to entertainer Bob Monkhouse after he lost his fight against cancer.

Mon, 29 Dec, 2003

Bob Monkhouse dies after cancer fight

Veteran British comedian and television host Bob Monkhouse died today at his Bedfordshire home, his manager said. He was 75.

Mon, 29 Dec, 2003

Monkhouse lands showbiz award

Veteran comic Bob Monkhouse was rewarded for his contribution to the entertainment world today as he landed a special prize at a showbusiness awards ceremony.

Tue, 11 Mar, 2003

Stars turn out for Royal Variety Show

Prince Charles arrived last night to watch some of the biggest names in pop, stage and entertainment performing at the annual Royal Variety Performance.

Tue, 03 Dec, 2002

Les Dennis quits Family Fortunes

Les Dennis has quit as host of TV quiz Family Fortunes after 15 years.

Tue, 16 Jul, 2002

Body of Bob Monkhouse's son to be flown home

The body of Bob Monkhouse's son is ready to be flown back to the UK from Thailand.

Fri, 11 May, 2001

Comedian's son found dead in Thai hotel

The son of comedian Bob Monkhouse has been found dead in Thailand, a Foreign Office spokesman said today.

Fri, 11 May, 2001