Ronnie Barker Autograph

Ronnie Barker was a British actor, comedian and writer. He was born on 25 September 1929 in Bedfordshire, England and passed away on 3 October 2005 in Oxfordshire, England.

He began his career path performing in theatre during the late 40s to the late 60s, before moving on to radio. He made his television debut in a minor role on I’m Not Bothered (1956), making appearances and starring in many television roles throughout his career. He was best known for his partnership with fellow comedian Ronnie Corbett, performing together on television, including their own skit show for the BBC, The Two Ronnies (1971-87). His other prominent roles have been in comedy skit show, The Frost Report (1966-67), as Albert Arkwright in Open All Hours (1973-85) and as Norman Stanley Fletcher in Porridge (1974-77). Some of his other acting work includes:-

• The Saint (1966)

• The Avengers (1967)

• Hark at Barker (1969-70)

• Going Straight (1978)

• The Gathering Storm (2002)

Awards and Achievements:

• BAFTA TV Award for Best Light Performance (1972 / 1976 / 1978 / 1979)

• Received an OBE (1978)

• British Comedy Awards - Lifetime Achievement Award (1990)

• Voted 16th Greatest Comedy Act Ever (2005)

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