Ronnie Corbett Autograph

Ronnie Corbett was a Scottish comedian, actor, writer and broadcaster. He was born on 4 December 1930 in Edinburgh, Scotland and passed away on 31 March 2016 in London, England, aged 85.

After serving the RAF (1950-53) he began his acting career, performing on stage, film and television. He made his film debut in a minor role on You’re Only Young Twice (1952) and has gone on to appear and star in many television and film roles throughout his career. He is best known for his comedy double act, alongside Ronnie Barker, and had their own television series for the BBC, The Two Ronnies (1971-87). His other prominent roles have been in comedy skit show, The Frost Report (1966-67) as Ronnie in No, That’s Me Over Here! (1967-70) and as Timothy Lumsden in Sorry! (1981-88). He has also presented a game show called Small Talk (1994-96), was the main subject on the UK biographical documentary series, This Is Your Life (1970) and on Piers Morgan’s Life Stories (2009). Some of his other acting work includes:-

• The Saint (1963)

• Jackanory (1970)

• Fierce Creatures (1997)

• Extras (2006)

• The One Ronnie (2010)

Awards and Achievements:

• BAFTA TV Award for Best Light Entertainment Performance – The Two Ronnies (1972)

• British Comedy Awards – Lifetime Achievement Award (1999)

• TV and Radio Industries Club Awards – Special Award (2005)

• Received a CBE for his contribution to entertainment and charities (2012)

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