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Bob Monkhouse dies

King of Comedy loses battle with cancer (December 2003)

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Steven O
Just heard, via the radio, that Bob Monkhouse has died after a long battle with cancer - story at:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/3353445.stm

For me, Monkhouse on the Spot showcased how versatile he was and I was amazed at him being able to get a joke from virtually anything - even more so during the bit where he started and finished with words suggested by the audience - a true great.

My thoughts are with his family, especially at this time of the year.

Thanks for the memories, Bob!
DJ
DJGM
Very sad news indeed. Britain has lost a true legend of showbiz . . .
GU
Greggybaby UK
This is news I've been dreading. He was my complete hero. As a performer, and as a man. The most talented, and the most loving and giving.

Not only has Bob died today, but a huge chunk of showbusiness has too.

I never got to work with him, but I did meet him once, and immediately, I could see why people who HAD worked with him called him the nicest guy they had ever met.

I'm gutted. There'll never be another like him. God bless him, and God bless Jackie and Abigail.
CW
Charlie Wells Moderator
Came as a bit of a suprise as he had been presenting shows like Wipeout until recently.

Still as he said:
"They laughed when I said I wanted to become a comedian, but they're not laughing now"

I think its fair to say that he will be missed.
Crying or Very sad
YO
yogibarney
I was quite shocked when i saw his face appear on ITV News Channel I thought BAFTA were honouring his career, but no, wot a shock
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rts Founding member
Although I'm not going to do the 'what a tragedy' thing, partly because the man irritated the hell out of me, you had to admire the genius of the Bob. His quick remarks and intense knowledge were outstanding, and I'd be a moron not have all but respect for him. I certainly was taken a back I heard he had died.
MK
Martin Kong
A statue should be built in honour of him!
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A former member
i am very sad to hear about bob, he was a great comedian and I loved Wipeout, I wish to convey my condolences to the Monkhouse family on their sad loss of Bob, he will be greatly missed from TV FANATIC
BB
BBCTV2003
Truely Sad News on the passing of Bob Monkhouse. One of Britains best comedic talents has gone, BBC or ITV should show a tribute programme or a Bob Monkhouse Night. Such talent, and comedic genius should be rewarded and not forgotten.
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Whataday Founding member
He was a entertainment legend, and I realised this long before he died. It's terribly sad that he is now gone, but he lived a great life.
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rob Founding member
Extremely shocking news this morning. I found out from Owen Thomas this morning, and it's fair to say there will be nobody else like Bob. He will be missed.
OB
on the box
I was lucky enough to meet the man. I got the impression of a great man who had a lot of time for his fans, and unique sense of wit, combined with pin-sharp comedy timing.
Farewell Bob, we will miss you.

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