Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. The way Bewes told it was that Bolam heard he was to be a father himself while driving with his wife, Susan Jameson. At the time of his death he survived by his large extended friends and family. It's one of the all-time great BBC sitcoms; timeless in its humour and will be enjoyed for decades to come.". He was once a spokesman for the trade organization, British Onion Marketing Board. All Rights Reserved. Sorry! The film is notable for early performances by a number of later well-known actors including Tom Bell, Jack May and Fulton Mackay. He was a character actor known for his appearances on British television, in film, and on the theatrical stage during a career that span seven decades. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Every one, every day. He thinks it affected his career as a great actor. A year later he secured the role of Arthur Crabtree in Billy Liar, alongside his friend Tom Courtenay. pic.twitter.com/75ZCyMcV4P. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Likely Lads one of THE great sitcoms. Rodney Bewes is part of the Silent Generation, which followed after the G.I. Neil Wilson, also known as Neil Canney, was found seriously wounded after he was targeted at his house on Nairn Road at around 1.15am on Tuesday. Drivers have been warned to leave extra time for their Monday morning commute due to icy roads during rush hour, following a weekend of wintry weather. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? The Great British Bake Off is going 'back to basics' after bosses were flooded with complaints about the series last year. Amazon Fire TV Stick warning as tech giant issues serious alert to users. "All the kids were posh and they were the children of actors in the West End of London and I'm just this boy from Bingley, near Bradford, and broad Yorkshire," he later recalled. [8] It ran for two series of 13 episodes, followed by a Christmas special in 1974. No. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Bewes appeared in the 1969 theatrical production of She Stoops to Conquer as Tony Lumpkin. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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The 79-year-old widower and father-of-four, who lived in Hop Gardens with his pet cat Maurice, was best known for playing Bob Ferris in the BBC sitcom The Likely Lads and its follow-up Whatever Happened To The Likely Lads?. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Make sure that the file is a photo. His acclaimed double act with co-star James Bolam had ended in an acrimonious telephone call in 1976, after an ill-judged joke sparked an almighty row between them. [8], On the West End stage, Bewes appeared in the play Middle-Age Spread and Funny Money, a farce by Ray Cooney. [3], In 1981, he starred in "A Very Private Man" on BBC Radio. Despite the success of a sequel, the two fell out in spectacular style - effectively ending the chance of the series being continued. The two most famous on-screen pals in Britain were no longer on speaking terms and, despite Bewess repeated pleas, there was never to be a reconciliation. His agent issued a. James Bolam, 85, lives with his wife in Sussex. Brigit Forsyth who played Thelma, Bob's formidable screen wife, was there. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Earlier in his career he had appeared in productions of She Stoops to Conquer and there was a role in a 1984 production of George Gascoigne's play Big in Brazil at the Old Vic Theatre in London, with Prunella Scales and Timothy West. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Oops, we were unable to send the email. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Growing up in my house Bob Ferris was everything. Scots presenter Andrea McLean 'bedridden' and has been 'poorly for so long now'. - which drew audiences of up to 27m. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. "It is with great sadness that we confirm that our dear client, the much loved actor Rodney Bewes, passed away this morning," his agent said in a statement. He loved flashy cars, including a Porsche convertible and a Bentley limo. Try again later. He hasn't spoken to me since. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. I love Newcastle. We had such fun . Bolam was famous for guarding his privacy and was furious when Bewes let slip to a newspaper that Bolam's wife, the actress Susan Jameson, was pregnant. The rupture came in 1976 when Bewes told a radio reporter about the Bolam's wife's pregnancy, including the fact she had told her husband: "You know how Daphne [Bewes's wife] has had three? Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. [3], Bewes was born in Bingley in the West Riding of Yorkshire,[4] to Horace, an Eastern Electricity Board showroom clerk, and Bessie, who was a teacher of children with learning difficulties. He will live on through Bob Ferris and the brilliant Likely Lads. ", "The Likely Lads Fall Out as Bolam Refuses to Sanction TV Repeats", "James Bolam denies feud with Likely Lads co-star Rodney Bewes", "Strained Relationships: Bewes & Bolam - Comedy Chronicles", Feature from Wales on Sunday, archived by The Free Library, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Rodney_Bewes&oldid=1140477469, Episode: "The Wedding of Smith Seven-Nine", Episode: "The Night Before the Morning After", Episode: "It Won't Be a Stylish Marriage", This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 06:51. We're different animals. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. The series saw Bolam's character Terry return from his time away in the Army to discover that Bewes's Bob has bought his own house, secured a managerial job and is engaged to the boss's daughter. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Bewes is survived by his four children - Billy, Joe, Tom and Daisy - and his two grandchildren, Oscar and Eliza. Rodney Bewes was born in 1930s. He died six days before he would have celebrated his 80th birthday. The Likely Lads star Rodney Bewes has died aged 79, his agent confirmed. Teaming Bewes with James Bolam, it regularly drew audiences of more than 20. 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It had started out as a more carefree comedy in 1964, about the escapades of a couple of apprentice electricians in a Newcastle factory. We are very touched by all the warm messages people have left.". The actor had a career spanning six decades and is best known for playing Bob Ferris in sitcom The Likely Lads. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. Like many famous people and celebrities, Rodney Bewes kept his personal life private. TV presenters Ant and Dec called Bewes a "fine comic actor". Amazon Fire TV Stick users may soon start seeing a warning message when trying to side-load dodgy unofficial apps. Just heard on the radio that Rodney Bewes has died half of The Likely Lads one of the great sitcoms along with the sequel 'Whatever Happened To' RIP. The actor Rodney Bewes, best known for his role in British sitcom The Likely Lads, has died aged 79. Scots woman, 35, dies in sleep as heartbroken family hail 'amazing' little sister. Lanarkshire communities can apply for National Lottery grants to celebrate His Majesty King Charles III's Coronation. Bewes's acting career never again scaled the heights of Likely Lads. After two years of national service in the RAF, Bewes attended RADA. Paper Subscription to the Daily Record and Sunday Mail, Paper Subscription to the Paisley Daily Express, 2023 Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail Ltd, Likely Lad Rodney Bewes pleads with former co-star James Bolam to end 40-year rift, Likely Lads star says her GP grandad helped hundreds of patients to die, GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. Were unable to send the email external sites Rodney Bewes, best known for his role in sitcom. A photo in more detail or edit captions what did rodney bewes died of photos you added, click the photo to the... Spokesman for the trade organization, British Onion Marketing Board your account 's Coronation to open photo! 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