https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54731384

 

Bobby Ball, one half of the comedy double act Cannon and Ball, has died at the age of 76, his manager has confirmed.

His death comes after the actor and comedian tested positive for Covid-19.

Ball was one half of the comedy duo alongside his long-time friend and colleague Tommy Cannon.

He also starred in several sitcoms including Not Going Out, Last of the Summer Wine, Benidorm and Heartbeat.

Leading the tributes, Cannon said: "Rock on, my good friend, I can't believe this, I'm devastated."

His wife Yvonne added: "I will always miss him, he was so joyful, full of fun and mischievous."

Rock on Bobby. 

RIP Bobby

 

Somewhat poignant ...

 

 

Edited October 29, 20205 yr by Salerno

Never heard of him.

9 minutes ago, Pattaya Spotter said:

Never heard of him.

Brits will have.

Edited October 29, 20205 yr by roo860

1 minute ago, roo860 said:

You're not a Brit then?

????

10 minutes ago, Pattaya Spotter said:

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Somewhat ironic one of America's most popular comedians, Bob Hope, was actually British by birth.

16 minutes ago, Lacessit said:

Somewhat ironic one of America's most popular comedians, Bob Hope, was actually British by birth.

We love him anyway ????????????

27 minutes ago, Lacessit said:

Somewhat ironic one of America's most popular comedians, Bob Hope, was actually British by birth.

Never heard of him!

Rip Bob very sad news to hear ????

 

1 hour ago, Pattaya Spotter said:

Never heard of him.

So why bother to post?

6 hours ago, 3NUMBAS said:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54731384

 

Bobby Ball, one half of the comedy double act Cannon and Ball, has died at the age of 76, his manager has confirmed.

His death comes after the actor and comedian tested positive for Covid-19.

Ball was one half of the comedy duo alongside his long-time friend and colleague Tommy Cannon.

He also starred in several sitcoms including Not Going Out, Last of the Summer Wine, Benidorm and Heartbeat.

Leading the tributes, Cannon said: "Rock on, my good friend, I can't believe this, I'm devastated."

His wife Yvonne added: "I will always miss him, he was so joyful, full of fun and mischievous."

Sorry to hear that   .R.I.P

i remember seeing them at the Alhambra in Bradford on a school trip when i was 8 -  They Were Funny.

"Eee i could rip a tissue, i could crush a grape" ????

https://www.dailystar.co.uk/tv/bobby-balls-sons-say-laughed-22929881

 

Bobby Ball was laughing and joking with nurses before sudden death after Covid battle

Iconic comedian Bobby Ball died at the age of 76 after being diagnosed with coronavirus and his sons Darren and Rob paid tribute on Good Morning Britain, revealing he had been suffering from COPD