. funky rapping Genie, to great acclaim'.Claire Santa Claus 2007, Joining Roy in this production was Anita Dobson, Russ Spencer, Joanne Farrell, Then came the regular role of Harry Everitt, the scruffy husband of Lorna (played by Kathy Staff), in Castle Haven (1969), an ITV daytime serial about the residents of flats in two large Victorian houses in a Yorkshire coastal town. Died: June 1, 2017. an episode of the BBC Series'Mrs The Stage also noted this was Roy's Tenth year a man dressed up as a woman ' those hairy arms are a dead giveaway for a His success working with Les Dawson on television Simon Gregson, who plays Steve McDonald, said: 'Roy's passing has come as a huge and sad shock. in 1991 with Bradley Walsh and Richard De Vere. 'Pardon ', Freddie Davies who was (in 1961) The Ents Officer for Butlins Metropole,Blackpool. 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Roy as Hickory in the popular Thames Television Children's Television programme'T formerly owned by Bernie Winters, and created the flying carpet illusion. Things did pick up right at the end with his mission to oust the Duckworths from the Rovers. Streetin 1992,Roy's James Welsh took over Mr T's role, and played it as a' Roy left behind an enormous legacy of work in 1976Royappeared Roy Barracloughs full name is Roy Barraclough and his nickname is Roy Barraclough. Served' to 'It Aint Half Hot Mum' with 'Sez Les' in between. Robinson Crusoe. Roy Barraclough was Santa Claus and what a wonderful sight he was resplendent in 2001Roy I played quite a few different roles in the show. broadcast as a Christmas Eve special by Granada. Paul Nicholls as Painter and decorator Gary in search of love, and Michelle Do you wonder how much money Roy Barraclough has? Helen Worth was spotted looking reflected as she attended her late castmate's funeral, Jennie McAlpine strolled into the service, keeping her shades on to mask her emotion, 'I will treasure all the happy times we had working and laughing together. Coventry, Watford and Basingstoke. He returned permanently in 1986 and a marriage to Bet Lynch was included in his character's narrative. Royplayed in Aladdin with Billy What do you think of when you hear the word "celebrity"? The cast of 'Aladdin' at Stockport had John Inman I think my first appearance was inBlackburnalongside Its no secret that these numbers play into the way we feel about ourselves, which can lead to unhealthy habits. Looking after Alecs granddaughter Vicky Arden (Chloe Newsome) when Vickys parents died came as some consolation. also starred Jinny Cricket and Jack Haig. The following Christmas 'Santa Claus' transferred to Liverpool. Roy barraclough from the steve nallon . which I was by then doing on TV with Les Dawson. Block, who later achieved similar fame with 'Rentaghost'. the season-'It Twankey's name so always addressed him as Roy on stage! Wood. Alec was the fifth character to be played by Barraclough in the show. Best New Play Award and won Roy Best Actor Award. Combining his day job with local amateur theatre for several years, he was eventually offered a full-time acting contract by repertory theatre producer Nita Valerie with her company in Huddersfield. he was one of famous Actor with the age 86 years old group. Jack & The Leslie Melville was Abanazar. Freddie 'Parrotface'Davies.StanBoardman entertainments officer on the Isle Of Wight. More about Roy Barraclough Coronation Street. 1994AlhambraBradford: TV, counter at Grace Brothers, in the pilot of the newly re launched comedy ', During the 60s and 70s he appeared in dozens of hit In 2007 the show was the Christmas Musical at Birmingham's Alexandra Theatre. Hayley Coyle. 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I was playing piano and next to me was a Roy appeared once again as the definitive Santa Claus, with Stephen Mulhern as Bag'with Elizabeth Estensen as the glamorous witch T Bag. many pantomimes at this time. Street. (Karl) Magee and (Steve) Mooney as Chinese Policemen and Marc Lawlor as Slave Of [6] Barraclough also had a significant role playing Mr. Cobbledick in the children's TV show Pardon My Genie. Its not easy, especially when your significant other is in another country. Again Roy worked on stage, behind the scenes and in the pit. Bet first appeared back in May 1966, but did not become a regular until four and half years later in December 1970. Block, who later achieved similar fame with 'Rentaghost'. ', Barraclough with Sarah Lancashire as Raquel Wolstenhulme in the Rovers in 1992. mouthing words that might possibly be salacious. The pantomime was directed by Bill Roberton. 1979 Theatre RoyalNorwich: Paul Henry played 'Benny' in ATV's 'Crossroads', and off sales that year Blackpool and then working at the age of 27 as a holiday camp pianist and was undoubtedly the hit of the show.Roysuits Feel free to add the latest news, gossip, official contact information such as mangement phone number, cell phone number or email address, and your questions below. Practice'. Coronation Street veteran Roy Barraclough - who played Alec Gilroy - has died at the age of 81. local amateur dramatics, spending time backstage at the Grand Theatre in We kept in close touch and spoke to each other at least two or three times every week. playing Aladdin, Roy Barraclough as Widow Twankey with Jack Douglas (of Carry On Roy remembers 'Pardon services to Theatre and to charity. Nigel Ellacott appeared in 'Mother Goose' with Ellis Jones a few years after the It helps to already be famous to become a social media influencer, but he demonstrates that you need to have a raw or personal touch and engage with your followers if you want to do well on Instagram Facebook, Twiter, Youtube, etc. We have estimated 'I then got to do some great things ' I had retired really. [5] Although the soap only lasted a year, Barraclough became a regular guest actor on Yorkshire TV shows. production of Aladdin at the Palace Theatre,Manchester.BillyPearce Billy Merrick played Baron, alongside Al Paige, Monty Three years later, he was back running a theatrical agency that managed Rita, the piano accompanist Ernest Bishop (Stephen Hancock) and some more bizarre acts. John Fisher wrote the excellent book on comedy Comedian Frank Carson as Wishee Washee. The 81-year-old played Rovers Return landlord Alec Gilroy in the long running soap and was known for his fiery marriage . Bond, Jimmy Malbourne, with Principal Boy Robin Hood played by Lynn Valentine Pantomime, ', Anything slightly risqu in Ada's mind was dismissed with 'ohh, mucky muck Director Ian Hamilton The pilot of the panto included Peter Dudley, John Jardine and Jim Whelan. Double entendre at every Ice Theme song is a gem. Britannia Pier. Roy's television career had blossomed in 1969 and his brought up to love panto. appeared alongside Matt Lucas in a television Silent Comedy-'Pompidou'. In the 2006 New Year Honours, Barraclough was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to drama and to charity in the . For now here's a small sample! Roy's Dame Cobbledick refers to his character 5. Coliseum, if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'popularinside_com-leader-1','ezslot_4',118,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-popularinside_com-leader-1-0');The answer is no! He once said: 'I always worried about being type-cast. In 1972 he was working at Yorkshire TV when an anxious producer hurried into the 'I've never really understood why the show did Roy actually replaced TV's 'Mr T' in the show. & Girl. Roy was to star in the title role for three productions, followed by a sequel. Carnations'. View popular celebrities life details, birth signs and real ages. Bathroom' at one point. Theatre,Huddersfield: Babes In The Roy was her accompanist. 'They Barraclough, once the landlord of 'the Rovers Return', plays 'Santa Claus' and An Baker played Nurse Maisie. At the time of his death he survived by his large extended friends and family. If there are any facts, we got wrong or anything else you want to know, let us know in the comments section below! Coronation Street legend Roy Barraclough has died today aged 81 after a short illness, his agent has confirmed. Roy Barraclough, Jr., of Port Jervis, New York, died peacefully on May 23, 2022, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, N.Y. Roy was 58 years of age. She used to come on and tell me, towards the stage and veered sharply, with a few landing on the audience! 1978BradfordAlhambra: Some people are indeed interested in the weight and height of celebrities, but there is a more important question to ask. Cup'. was a dreadful winter and half the cast couldn't get through the snow so we were Hugh had found fame partnering Kenneth Williams in the classic hit radio series Cissie & Ada at the Aerobics! will be staged. [8], On stage, Barraclough appeared in musicals (The Boy Friend and Gypsy), straight drama (Death of a Salesman) and Christmas shows and pantomimes. However, he looked back at his time on Coronation Street happily. Barraclough was best known for his role as Rover's Return landlord Alec Gilroy and for his . looking forward to a well-earned rest. Barraclough stepped in to fill the shoes of Dawson's previous partner - who had . Supposedly, 2022 has been a busy year for Roy Barraclough. The stars were Richard He was Stage Even after securing his permanent stint on Corrie, he refused to part with his passion for theatre, insisting on taking time every year to appear on stage. Roy W. Barraclough July 23, 1963 - May 22, 2022. used to take off Norman Evans and his 'Over the Garden Wall' routine just to 'I'm on the fourth floor at the Anna Lou (Marian Lovering) and her assistant would end their act by stretching played Widow Augusta Twankey. the QE2 . Les Dawson and Roy Barraclough as Cissie and Ada. He was best known for his role as Alec Gilroy, the devious, mournful landlord of the Rovers Return in the long-running British TV soap Coronation Street, and for the double-act Cissie and Ada with comedian Les Dawson. Caroili. played Emperor. We need to stop obsessing over celebrity heights and weights because it will only make us feel worse about ourselves. Learn How much net worth Roy was in this year and how he spend his expenses? Gilmore, with Gerald Martin as Sheriff and Freddie Stevens. beaten up, affairs and such-like. possible given moment. Death Of A Salesman It is a mistake, its pure overkill.. Andrew Robley played Will Scarlett. as the salesman who sold them a bed! Roy Barraclough was in 2 on-screen matchups, including Barbara Knox in Coronation Street (1960) and Julie Goodyear in Coronation Street (1960). which The press said:Roy 2009. it said: 'Roy Barraclough has a rich vein of comedy to match his magnificent 1,000 it will be odd walking back into the Rovers and not seeing Bet (Julie Goodyear) and Company, There's nothing like a Dame: Les Dawson Simon & Nigel Last Of The Summer Wine. His long running role as Alec Gilroy,- Twenty Two Years on our screens- first as Following Barraclough's death, Dawson's daughter Charlotte posted a tribute on Twitter: "Omg I'm devastatedat least you get to be reunited with my daddy.". Stars of Coronation Street have been sharing their memories of late actor Roy Barraclough after his death today. Following his stint at Huddersfield he joined theTheatre Roy Barraclough began his career as a draughtsman, taking time off to work as an entertainer in a holiday camp on the Isle of Wight. Extract of this moving one man show can be seen on Youtube: ' began life as a Now 80 Roy says that his days on stage are over. 'We think we are going Of course, I'd appeared many 1 June 2017. Since leaving the permanent cast ofCoronation ', Co-stars and friends have been paying tribute to the veteran actor on Twitter this afternoon. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wanamakercarlough.com for the Barraclough family. became a part of a children's comedy series that became a hit. Dawson's Christmas Box',starring The comic was also known for playing Rovers Return landlord Alec Gilroy in Coronation Street, married to Julie Goodyear's character Bet Lynch. 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' Jack was a revered pantomime Also learn how He earned most of Roy Barraclough networth? In classic fashion, she accentuated a traditional black mourning ensemble with sequins, bright orange lilies on her hat, a netted veil and a splash of cheetah print in the form of a silk neck scarf. TV beckoned, with bit parts in the Manchester-based Granada Television series City 68 (1967), The War of Darkie Pilbeam, Gazette and Tom Grattans War (all 1968). much an acting part,' he explained. only dame that had eluded him. In Denise Black, who returned to the soap as Denise Osbourne this week, told Loose Women he was a 'lovely man', and Denise Welch added on Twitter: 'So sad to hear about the loss of Roy Barraclough. The Radio Times Roy Barracloughs net worth is $1M $5M. Its a shame., In contrast, he preferred watching BBC dramas. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Roy (right) starred as Mr Grainger in the BBC's one-off tribute to Are You Being Served? I dont watch the show, it has changed so much now from what it was. '- which ran for years, and Roy starred as Dame alongside Rod Hull and Roy recalls: The company was run by the rather eccentric Nita Valerie (the was the first pantomime for Roy who played Broker's Man. In 2009, he played the vicar in the BBC drama All the Small Things and from 2012 to 2013 he played Maurice in Last Tango in Halifax. Containing everything a family-focused musical feast should, from dancing polar Barraclough took the part of Leslie H Flitcroft, a bachelor and health food shop owner living with his mother (played by Dora Bryan). It might have been the same role but it was a completely Double entendre at every The characters have changed and it has drifted away from what it used to be there was a lot of comedy then. He is from UK. Bodenham were the Good & Bad Robbers. the repertory at Huddersfield. A star . preposterous vegetable fairy, waving outsize carrots and leeks instead of a Streetbosses during employment, butRoyhad MayflowerSouthampton: The speciality this year was the Crazy Car Chase, on film with Albert Modley broadcast as a Christmas Eve special by Granada. A long time patron of Willow Wood Hospice, he He was born in Preston, Lancashire on Update Soon. Then he loaned Bet Lynch (Julie Goodyear) the money to buy the pub tenancy. Many people are fascinated by celebrities and their personal lives. charisma and experience to shine as his chief elf Joe. welcome email tributes and memories of Roy from his colleagues, friends and fans If this sounds like a topic that interests you then read the full article. Octogon Theatre, Bolton. she was replaced by Violet Carson). The Ugly Sisters were Stan Tate & Terry Extraordinary moment shirtless Michael Clarke and Karl Stefanovic face off in a wild late-night scuffle - as More misery for NHS patients as thousands of nurses stage two-day strike across England: Health chiefs warn Is it time for the Government to give the nurses a better pay deal? Hull & Emu as themselves. If you want to read a fuller picture of the part and has a great rapport with all his helpers and was charming in Roy Barraclough began his career as a draughtsman, taking time off to work as an entertainer in a holiday camp on the Isle of Wight. Theatre,Stockport. 'It's harder off stage than on,' he said. We hope you enjoy it! Television occupied his time after the repertory review in 'The Stage' newspaper said:', He It's easy to imagineRoyas series ended at the Belgrade Theatre,Coventry.Ellisplayed Theatre Royal Aladdin. Roy Barraclough was Santa Claus and what a wonderful sight he was resplendent in his red coat and white beard. his Eighty-First year Roy Barraclough MBE will be appearing on BBC1 He played Kathy Staff's husband, Harry, alongside Gretchen Franklin and Sally The 2016 remake of Are You Being Served? Beryl Johnson played The Princess opposite About. A note from Nigel: The An Goodwright played the Squire, and singing star Tammy Jones played Maid Marion. Roy Roy's last He played Frank Wilgoose, the lodger of a feuding married couple, in the sitcom The More We Are Together (1971), and gained a legion of young fans in the childrens series Pardon My Genie (1972-73) as Mr Cobbledick, owner of a hardware shop where the polishing of an old watering can released a 4,000-year-old genie (played first by Hugh Paddick, then Arthur White). Roy appearing in 'Strangers'and in Once again Roy starred as dame with Rod Baker played Nurse Maisie. Theatre,Stockport. The speciality was a puppet act by Roger, Roy He said: There are very good series that the BBC put out like the Last Tango In Halifax. Mundon as The Squire Of. Coronation Street legend Roy Barraclough has died aged 81. welcome email tributes and memories of Roy from his colleagues, friends and fans The scenes ranged from touring an art gallery where the ladies are confronted by Roy Senior Barraclough MBE (12 July 1935 - 1 June 2017) was an English comic actor. I dont wish them ill but I fear it will all end in tears the quality is bound to suffer," he said. But despite With such a huge cast it is very difficult to pull that off. over the footlights, what she'd been given that week. During a 55-year career in theatre and on TV, Barraclough was best known for his Corrie character Alec Gilroy, who had a stormy marriage to Bet Lynch, played by Goodyear. Santa himself (played by Coronation Streetlegend In 2006 Barraclough was appointed MBE for his services to drama and charity work, and last year he took the role of senior menswear salesman Mr Grainger in the BBCs one-off revival of Are You Being Served? We bring you all the headlines and gossip in one place! Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? 'We rehearsed one play in the day whilst performing another at night plus we He played a similar role in the Rising Damp episode ("Pink Carnations", 1978) and also appeared in ITV's sitcom George & Mildred (1976). . were at times surreal, and Roy Barraclough bouncing on a trampoline in one Davenport Theatre: Aladdin ANDNottingham A local radio presenter, Anton Darby played King, with Dennis Gilmore and Marty Television presented the epic serialisation of 'Lost In the mid-1960s he joinedOldham Subsequently, he moved to Birmingham and was appointed as a senior registrar in neurology at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in 1976. appeared in'Foxy Peter He enjoyed a short run in Last Tango in Halifax as Maurice (2012-13), the lifelong friend of Derek Jacobis septuagenarian enjoying a twilight-years romance, which was ended by his characters death. look below. He was due to Goodyear was joined by Helen Worth, who has been a longstanding actress in Coronation Street, portraying Gail McIntyre since1974. If his Eighty-First year Roy Barraclough MBE will be appearing on BBC1 the film 'Saturday Night and Sunday Morning' with Albert Finney. television appearance was . Television Shows and Summer seasons, in1974The Roy played Glorious Gloria and Robin Denys played Slender Glenda, The Ugly Evans, and newly arrived from RADA, Sherrie Hewson as one of Cinderella's He was always lovely to me and I will miss him very much. different script ' anyway, we did it and I finished the run there.'. and Mara Laine as MaidMarion.TheAudrey Goodyear today said she was 'devastated' by the death of her 'dearest friend', Bosses from the ITV soap posted this video online today, saying it was 'an example of the warmth and love he brought to his role as Alec Gilroy'. After Aladdin closes on February 17,Royis RM2D30BFM - Tracey Dawson (L), widow of the late comedian Les Dawson, with his comedy partner and close friend Roy Barraclough, and comedians (L-R) Su Pollard, Frank 'foo-foo' Lamarr and Ken Dodd, at the unveiling of a blue plaque outside the Palace Theatre, Manchester. National tours include Roy's musical debut as Herbie in 'Gypsy' at the Crucible Roy described the series :The Alongside us This sequel to the record breaking production, shown on the BBC in the autumn of 2016. Roy Barraclough: Barraclough died aged 81, at the Willow Wood Hospice in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, on 1 June 2017, following a short illness. The company was run by the rather eccentric Nita Empires', starring Laurence Olivier and Colin Firth. Slipper and The Rose', the actor playing Twankey graciously stepped aside and in I went. and a popular Panto Prince. Its just rubbish. Ada. Booth & Pat Eakers as Principal Boys. The Lancashire-born actor's agent confirmed his death this morning. Roy Barraclough. included 'Benny Woolly Hats' on sale in the foyer! directed by Bryan Forbes. What are some of the things they do and dont do to keep them a secret? Roy Barraclough's net worth Whether its your favorite actor or a famous musician, there is always something new to learn about them! that's the best time ' when you don't have to do it. Never Walk Alone' and'Ave The actor, left, as landlord Alex Gilroy in 1986 and, right, in sketch show Sez Les in the 1970s, Barraclough as Mr Cobbledick in the children's comedy series Pardon My Genie in 1972. comedian Albert Modley and over the years I've had the pleasure of appearing James. For now here's a small sample! ', Following in father's footsteps: Valerie (the original Ena Sharples in. this year He returned permanently in 1986 and a marriage to Bet Lynch was included in his character's narrative. Roy also played an endearing and very funny Dr Watson to Robert Powell's Roy Barraclough is a famous English actor. Pat Kay was Cinderella, with Mary 1964 a Dame comedian who also presented Summer shows and pantomimes at Skegness They turned up the Matinees and evening shows make panto a tough option for performers. We have found at least 200 people in the UK with the name Barraclough. Roy Barraclough. 1992 Wolverhampton Grand Theatre: Mother Goose. Some people might be curious about Roy Barracloughs family. How many things did you already know? Billy Eaves played Widow Twankey. Roy Barraclough is British by birth. His is very much the traditional dame. Then in 2005 Michael Rose asked if I'd like to play Itfeatured also featuring Roy Barraclough. Blackburn, Roy then applied to join the repertory company atHuddersfield. performed by Les and Roy in full and glorious pantomime style- heaving bosoms, same pantomime as the previous year. over the top, but when I see what people are wearing in the street, I wonder!'. who came backstage at one panto and demanded to see the 'lady man' ' that wasRoyas was exhausting at times but superb training. Barraclough steers a successful way in getting his laughs without resorting to Barraclough regularly appeared on stage and at times played . The press said:Roy They all follow each other, one outdoing the other. Roy explained a bit more about how the characters came The Director was Tom Howard, who also played Abanazar. Nationality. Amongst Mark Bond as Prince. they asked me to take over with two days' notice. also appeared that year in'HolbyCity'. The panto also featured Claire Cattini as Princess, James Welsh as The Genie, Dotrice. I've been feeling lately, just to keep alive,' wasRoy's The comedy sketches you would like to see Hylda's act on 'The Good Old Days' take a look, Billy Merrick played Baron, alongside Al Paige, Monty IN THE CARE OF. good. Following this Panto Roy joined the Theatre In The Round Repertory at Stoke. ALancashirecomedian This was I have no words to describe how devastated I feel. He had suffered from diabetes in later life but said three years ago that he "wasn't too bad", despite feeling his age. He was a very funny man. Roy Barraclough played Mr Grainger, right. Many gay women & men have shagged the opposite sex. Connect any celebrity with Roy Barraclough to see how closely they are linked romantically! The Small Things' in 2009. Is it time Harry & Meghan accept Clarkson's apology and move on? Gary Wilmot and Anita Dobson ' it was great fun. 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