Tony Hancock’s Grave Star of The Blood Donor and The Radio Ham Famous Celebrity Graves

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Tony Hancock was buried in Cranford near London. Tony had a major success with his BBC series Hancock's Half Hour, in which he soon formed a strong professional and personal bond with comic actor Sid James. One of his best-remembered works includes "The Blood Donor" and "The Radio Ham. His scriptwriters were Ray Galton and Alan Simpson.
Hancock took his own life by overdosing, in Sydney, on 25 June 1968, aged 44. He was found dead in his Bellevue Hill flat with an empty vodka bottle and a scattering of amylo-barbitone tablets.
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@Boogledigs
@Boogledigs 10 ай бұрын
My favourite programme was on the radio. A pilot takes off, not realising a mechanic is still sitting on top of the jet, just in front of the tail. The conersation between the two was hysterical when the mechanic tried to get in the cockpit in midair. Imagination is a wonderful gift so I could picture the whole thing. I laughed so much, my stomach hurt. Thank you for making us laugh, Tony, especially as your life was so full of tears. You truly were a King of Comedians.
@gailwhite7386
@gailwhite7386 2 жыл бұрын
A lot of comedians are like this, laughing on the outside, crying on the inside x
@jacquelinehabgood-painter8867
@jacquelinehabgood-painter8867 Жыл бұрын
I've been going through your videos whilst in my camper van. Even if I have seen them before they are still fresh and I love your positive comments and attitude.I always learn something new every time.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep Жыл бұрын
Hello Jacqueline, Thank you very much. That's very kind of you to say that you've watched them sometimes more than once that's flipping brave 😜 seriously, very kind 😉
@dorkarama3135
@dorkarama3135 2 жыл бұрын
The two things I took from this: Poor John Le Mesurier, because of how Hattie Jacques treated him as well. Also, I can't believe Hancock was just 44 when he passed.
@RHR-221b
@RHR-221b 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, D. John Le Mesurier = A Gentleman of deeps thoughts, intellect and 'quite' dry humour. *Rest In Peace, J Le M* Thank you. Bye for now, D. To You and Yours. Rab 😎🍻 🕊
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
John seems such a council. He never challenged anybody and did get some terrible treatment. You're right, but I think his nature was lovely from what I've read and Hancock just couldn't handle life. Thank you for the comment. Regards, Alan
@philstrachan
@philstrachan 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, he was always nice to her up to the end but she really broke his heart and humiliated him. His restraint on "This Is Your Life" teibute to her was agonising to watch. You could almost see him matching time periods to affairs she had as they were mentioned.
@asa1973100
@asa1973100 10 ай бұрын
Hattie Jacques Was a vile woman , my late aunt was an actress who worked in crossroads etc for many years and she always said Hattie Jacques was a brilliant actress, who mastered the art of presenting to be nice but behind closed doors was a vile monster.
@sailingschooners8668
@sailingschooners8668 2 жыл бұрын
Tragic story....lives not fully lived for many...for me I live each day...well narrated as expected...
@wisteela
@wisteela 7 ай бұрын
So tragic. Great video. I was born the 12th of May too, but in 1977.
@lillyh-g5616
@lillyh-g5616 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind, positive comments. Do the things you're good at.....yes, indeed.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
That's exactly it. I'm still looking for mine 😞 take care, Alan
@claresmith9261
@claresmith9261 6 ай бұрын
@@MotorHomeBeepBeepI think you’ve certainly found your niche as your very good at presenting these wonderful trips down memory lane (or should I say graveyards ) I thoroughly enjoy every minute 🤣🤣
@gavinguitar2194
@gavinguitar2194 2 жыл бұрын
There was a tribute to Tony in Birmingham - not sure of it is still there. Your absolutely right; do what ever you can to the abilities you have - you may Surprise everyone, not least yourself! God bless & another great subject.
@MegaNelly67
@MegaNelly67 8 ай бұрын
Thank you alan
@barbaragillett9904
@barbaragillett9904 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you it’s a bit weary place got bless Hancock 🙏🙏🙏🇬🇧
@keithashley6298
@keithashley6298 2 жыл бұрын
A heartbreaking story, thank you for uploading RIP Tony Hancock I still miss him.
@steeplejackdibs
@steeplejackdibs 2 жыл бұрын
Good advice you gave at the end of the video, Everyone is precious,and valuable and have each their own gifts....the devil uses depression to destroy so many precious souls,Learn to be content whatever your circumstances! God bless you my friend.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I love your name. I don't know if you want a staple jack but that's something that would terrify me. Yes thank you. I did mean the advice. I read it a long time ago and it stayed with me all my life. And thank you for the comments. It's lovely to see you. Bye for now Alan
@jamesmcbride6304
@jamesmcbride6304 2 жыл бұрын
Agree with you totally Alan, thanks for this, very sad one again he was very young.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James best Alan
@barryjacobs8524
@barryjacobs8524 2 жыл бұрын
Alan what can I say. Your videos are so informative and interesting. To see the late celebrities resting places and I love it when you pat their headstones and say Thankyou. Well I say Thankyou to you Alan for a very interesting u tube program. Take care.😊
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Barry, if I had more people like you, I'd be living in heaven :-) That's so kind of you to say. Seriously I do appreciate it. That's so kind of you. Sorry, I didn't see it immediately and all I can say is I hope I see you again soon. Best regards to you, Alan
@janetbransdon3742
@janetbransdon3742 2 жыл бұрын
I was surprised to know he was only 44 when he died, he looked so much older. I guess he suffered from a depressive illness, hence the lack of confidence. I hope he is at rest now. 💗🌻
@sylviabriggs4087
@sylviabriggs4087 2 жыл бұрын
My dada loved those guys and as a child I could not understand how he laughed his socks off but god love them all ❤, it sickens me that anyone is homeless and sadly many are , let’s hope for change , well presented Thankyou x
@michaelbracewell1401
@michaelbracewell1401 2 жыл бұрын
FABULOUS !!! You researched these people and graves tremendously--- best wishes from SYDNEY AUSTRALIA and EX MANCUNIAN.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
hello Michael, I wonder what it's like in Australia compared to Manchester. It's a slight difference. All the best, Alan
@sharonlongfellow6064
@sharonlongfellow6064 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Alan love Tony’s dry sense of humour even though though he was a bit before my time . Thanks Alan 🤙
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Sharon, he certainly did have a good sense of humour, but he's real. Life was completely the opposite, isn't it strange? All the best, Alan
@sortoflurkingish5986
@sortoflurkingish5986 2 жыл бұрын
A bit before my time too , though Mum and Dad used to talk about him . I've seen and heard repeats of his work . I find him a very depressive person 😔 . This is my least favourite vlog , Is he shoved in a back space in the graveyard because of the belief that taking one's own life was a sin in those days ? Not too many years before that people were not allowed to be buried inside the church boundaries.
@thekitowl
@thekitowl 2 жыл бұрын
IMO the sense of humour came from the writers, his career nosedived when he parted company with Galton & Simpson who continued to prosper.
@sortoflurkingish5986
@sortoflurkingish5986 2 жыл бұрын
@@thekitowl I think you're right , I've had a look at his career since I last posted and that matches up . Strange character 🤔 but I hope he rests easy . 🙏
@thekitowl
@thekitowl 2 жыл бұрын
@@sortoflurkingish5986 I hope we all RIP when we go ❤️
@ronabarr950
@ronabarr950 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Alan, another great video. Just wondered if you have ever thought of doing Harry Worth, another comedian from around the same time?
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Rona, I did think about Harry Worth the other day. I've got to go back to my notes. I think I had a problem finding any location but you've jogged my memory. Thank you for the comments and very kind of you to suggest that. All the best, Alan
@sallychanning3723
@sallychanning3723 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, really enjoyed the vlog on Tony Hancock, I was amazed he was only 44 years old when he died, such a waste, a very gifted comedy actor. Great advice at the end !!!! Thanks so much, very enjoyable. 😀👍😀
@markdigby6690
@markdigby6690 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan. What a tragic end to such a great talent. Kevin Mcnulty impersonated Tony Hancock . He recorded Tony Hancock the lost scripts. Give it a listen. He sounds just like Tony. I prefer the radio series. I always thought it was Kenneth Williams He didn't like working with. Because Kenneth seem to get more laughs ...It was nice Tony's ashes came back to England for internment. Thanks Tony. Bill. Hattie. Syd. Kenneth for Hancocks half hour. Such a laugh. It's nice that 50 odd years later we still laughing. And will continue to laugh for many years to come.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
hello Mark, yes, he was a great comic and agree. Loved your reply. Take care, Alan
@user-rt6cz3og7h
@user-rt6cz3og7h 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos and story telling along with your wry sense of humour . Also you always pick interesting people. Thanks!
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
That's very kind of you to say. I just try to enjoy if possible. Whatever I'm doing that's very kind of you say. Regards, Alan
@dawnslater4183
@dawnslater4183 2 жыл бұрын
Another good one ❤
@Joan-COYI
@Joan-COYI 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan, I knew very little about Tony Hancock and found this very interesting. You’re getting a lot of subscribers, well done and much deserved. Take care 💕👍🏼
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Joan hope you doing ok. I did know about him only because I've watched two players on his life with different actors but I've got to admit it wasn't my favourite. Thank you very much as always and yes it has taken up a lot which is nice. Nice to see you as always. Take care, Alan
@margaretlovelock7031
@margaretlovelock7031 2 жыл бұрын
Don’t judge people who are sleeping on benches, they are not necessarily “druggies”, could just be on hard times, maybe you could have helped him…… empathy my friend.
@emmajones5075
@emmajones5075 2 жыл бұрын
Why he was and he helped him So you shouldn't judge
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
In actual fact. Margaret, he was on drugs because I went over to see if he was ok and gave him some money so as he promised not to buy anymore and buy food. Is that ok thank you Alan
@GiantmanUK
@GiantmanUK 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another good but sad video Alan this time of Mr.Hancock,bit before my time but interesting!
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Rodger psychologically he's an enigma. I agree. Very interesting. Regards, Alan
@richardking6066
@richardking6066 2 жыл бұрын
This is another one I would love to visit! Such a pity the road is closed off at present, as I will be picking my wife up from Heathrow is a couple of weeks - but my mobility is a bit of a problem, so I might have to give it a miss. At least he is recorded in Billion Graves, so others should be able to find him. I think they must be renovating the Cranfield Park Stables, next door to the church. Loved Tony Hancock when I was a kid! Thanks for the video!
@richardking6066
@richardking6066 2 жыл бұрын
Just remembered - at Primary school ,in about 1960 , we had a joke where you mimed "Toe, Knee, Hand..." and you can guess the rest! The things you remember, eh!
@theforester3426
@theforester3426 2 жыл бұрын
As always well researched and interesting.
@mrobe48942
@mrobe48942 2 жыл бұрын
I visited this churchyard around 10 years ago but never found any marker. Have a lot of his albums and listen to him regularly on BBC Sounds reruns. Only one thing I found incorrect on this brilliant episode is that Willie Rushton was not Tony’s brother. He brought Tony’s ashes back from Australia. I assume they were friends back in the day.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Martin, maybe I said it wrong. I think he was his brother-in-law but never mind. I really appreciate your comment. That's super of you. Alan
@7ANGLIA
@7ANGLIA 2 жыл бұрын
LISTERNED TO HANDCOCK ON THE RADIO AS A CHILD,THOUGHT IT ALL FUNNY, THEN AND STILL DO HAVE ALL HIS VIDEOS AND RADIO SHOWS ON CASSETTE USED TO BELONG TO TONY HANCOCK APPRECTION SEOCITY AND MET MANY PEOPLE THERE ALSO MANY STARS WHO WORKED WITH HIM HEAR THE SHOWS NOW AND STILL FIND PIECES IN THEM THAT I HAVE MISSED! THANKS FOR VIDEO HAVE SEEN SOME OF YOURS AND LIKE THE WAY THAT YOU PRESENT THEM 1 1
@blazingsaddles7145
@blazingsaddles7145 Жыл бұрын
Hi Alan. I have only recently found your channel and find it particularly interesting and excellent overall. U come across as a very caring and emotional person who has great insight and respect for the people whose graves are visited. U are really well researched on the celebrities too and I find this of particular interest, especially as u speak of them with genuine compassion and understanding. I have been binge watching your video’s tbh and look forward to more in the future. Keep up the great work and look after yourself 👍
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep Жыл бұрын
Hello BS I don't know what to say genuinely. That's really kind of you. Have enjoyed every single with them and it's so nice of when somebody enjoys to content. It's such a multidirectional pleasurable thing to do the videos because people have that own memories and I'm just bringing those memories back. Thank you over so much. Keep in touch and I'll see you in the future. Regards, Alan
@Ann65.
@Ann65. 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Alan… Yes, Tony Hancock was born very near to where I live, Southam Road in Hall Green. Like so many “comedians” his jocular, funny character and smile hid a myriad of self-doubting demons and profound misery. I believe that the hang-dog look he had was an insight into the man himself. In remembering his difficult periods, cruelty and alcoholism we should temper all of that with the happiness and laughter that he brought to post war Britain. The man is a legend in his own right. Thank you for your research and sensitive presentation.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Tee thank you for all that information. He wasn't it a very creative man. It's a shame me at that black element to his character . Take care of yourself. Alan
@michaelfirth1075
@michaelfirth1075 2 жыл бұрын
Love your videos.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you i keep making them for you :-)
@carollizzi6494
@carollizzi6494 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@johnfarley4201
@johnfarley4201 2 жыл бұрын
GOD BLESS YOU TONY. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING.
@crystaldance5731
@crystaldance5731 6 ай бұрын
Hi Alan great video it looked quite a quaint looking place apart from all the barriers and fences a lot of that I’ve noticed I’m not so familiar with Tony hancocks humour a bit before my time but I’ve heard of him sad ending way too young lovely memorial stone though different thanks Alan take care 😊❤️
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 6 ай бұрын
In actual fact Crystal, this was the most disturbing film that I ever did. You got to the cemetery through a very dark tunnel close to an estate which wasn't very nice + there was an unfortunate homeless person living in the graveyard under a tarpiling. The whole thing was scary ... But I'm glad I did the film. I'm pleased you enjoyed watching. Thank you, alan
@kevinjackman3389
@kevinjackman3389 2 жыл бұрын
I remember going there when I was a kid and it being in a different place I went back during lockdown and couldn’t find it as there was walls fallen down Thanks for this and I will pop back PS it’s an amazing place where the fences are up. There used to be a maze
@leemurphy560
@leemurphy560 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video, thank you Alan. 👍
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the encouragement Lee see again hopefully best Alan
@davidclark3603
@davidclark3603 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm old enough to remember him well, he was very funny at the time. Like you say, what a waste! Great video, again.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Dave. Take care, Alan
@ytgibbo
@ytgibbo 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been there too, though you could drive down when I went. Strange place, little track straight off of a huge roundabout on the M4. Nice church though and surrounding buildings, and the high trees shield the road noise a bit.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
I hope you looked at his plaque Yes it did, but when I went I drove down the little track and was totally immediately because of the building works. It's strange as I've got a big car park, but they won't let you stay even when there's nobody there ahaha
@RHR-221b
@RHR-221b 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Alan ... Re your textual intro, above (and below the screen): 'Tony Handcock burred ...' Surely some spellung misstakings? *Rest In Peace, Tony et al.* Cool upload, A. All the best. Stay free. Rab 😎 🍻 🌠 🕊
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Rab Well spotted and thank you for telling me I'm a bit dyslexic and I do things like that. Take it easy. Alan
@RHR-221b
@RHR-221b 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your understanding, re my Spelling Police intrusion, Alan. I have broken off watching your tasteful and informative upload featuring Long John Baldry, to reflect to you my appreciation. Bye for now, A. R 👋
@richardfrancis3325
@richardfrancis3325 2 жыл бұрын
Spooky old place thought Tony Hancock may have had a more substantial grave I looked out for the sleeping man on bench.but didn't see him bit disappointed.The video is excellent as per usual Alan top marks to you,
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Richard, I didn't want to look under the material in case it was you :-). See you soon
@richardfrancis3325
@richardfrancis3325 2 жыл бұрын
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep ha ha 😆😆
@Bella-zq6nb
@Bella-zq6nb 2 жыл бұрын
Have learnt something new, William Rushton was his brother. Thanks for the info. 👍👍
@sandrasmith2465
@sandrasmith2465 Жыл бұрын
Alan I was only born a few years before he died but I have seen the episode of the blood donor and that is really funny. I did read that he killed himself in Sydney at a young age which is so very sad,maybe back then,they didn’t have psychological support,who knows. Thank you for doing a lovely report and I also remember the Lena Zavaroni one as that was just so sad.
@annettemingay2970
@annettemingay2970 2 жыл бұрын
Tony was very popular in the days I recall watching with my parents when we had the huge tv choice of just two channels, haha, but joking aside we absolutely loved Tony Hancock, and also Sid James but mainly watching just Tony's hours, and I so remember the Blood Donor, sad that he died so young and so unhappy, just awful sadly missed. He earned a lot of money in those days in comparison what people earned although by today's standards it sounded like very little earnings but it wasn't.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Annetta you can't imagine only having two channels, can you? But it makes you think that people appreciate everything that got more than there's so much now that sometimes people become blasé and don't appreciate. Lovely memories of watching with your parents. Keep in touch. Thank you for watching. Alan
@maureenoconnor2119
@maureenoconnor2119 2 жыл бұрын
Another good one Alan x
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Your super Maureen :-)
@andywright3450
@andywright3450 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Alan how you doing mate hope your well ... Great post this funny this I was watching Hancock's half hour this morning brilliant great Tony Hancock sadly died too young in Australia keep the videos comeing please 💯💯😊
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Andy coincidence? I can't actually remember watching a full episode for a long time. I might give them a go. Always great to see you anyway, take care mate Alan
@florencerice7297
@florencerice7297 2 жыл бұрын
Cranford Park and Church is a hugely historical place. Parts of the church dates back to the 14th century and well worth a look inside. Shame the park and stables are closed for renovation as they are fantastic. As a child I spent all my summer holidays in this park, its huge! I was married in this church and worshipped there regularly. My grandparents ashes are also interred there. It is a little creepy in the graveyard but I think that’s because of the age of it.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Florence, I think it's also because you can't drive down to anymore. You've got to go under the subway from the estate. It just still seems a little bit weird. Kind of atmosphere but it didn't help with the guy on the bench. Sleep under some sacking. I think my mind just playing tricks with me but thank you for all the information. Regards, Alan
@florencerice7297
@florencerice7297 2 жыл бұрын
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep it is a wonderful sight when u drive over the bridge and the park opens up. You did well to find the back entrance through subway. Def worth a second trip when it’s all open again.
@annfahy2589
@annfahy2589 6 ай бұрын
Aw poor bloke,i was on the top deck of a 2bin Brixton and sae the headlines on someones paper such a shock.Rest in peace
@justmadeit2
@justmadeit2 2 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel, you have an interesting channel here, good work
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend. That's very kind of you
@chrisshowering7357
@chrisshowering7357 2 жыл бұрын
Tony Hancock the blood donation so funny. Such a dead pan comic but the poor guy was depressed, a common thing with comedians. May he rest in eternal peace.
@robdee9341
@robdee9341 2 жыл бұрын
The line "A pint !!! that's nearly an armful" was classic..
@paulhickie6974
@paulhickie6974 2 жыл бұрын
Good one ❤.
@halemcdan1
@halemcdan1 2 жыл бұрын
The lost Hancock's half hour scripts were redone with amazing actor/ impersonators. It's on the BBC sounds app now.
@jacquelinefilby1842
@jacquelinefilby1842 2 жыл бұрын
Wise words.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jacqueline
@jacquelinefilby1842
@jacquelinefilby1842 2 жыл бұрын
I do notice many comics have mental illness like manic depression. Spike Milligan and Robin Williams for example. Their comedic abilities seem to be part of their mad genius phase.
@lindathomas1259
@lindathomas1259 2 жыл бұрын
This is not far from where I grew up in Hayes! It’s very haunted there…. Very interesting your videos! 😊
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Kind of you Linda
@lauradavies5346
@lauradavies5346 2 жыл бұрын
He was bipolar but at that time they didn't know what it was !!
@johnfarley4201
@johnfarley4201 2 жыл бұрын
Good God only 44 when passing.
@louisecoupland
@louisecoupland 2 жыл бұрын
I used to live not far from Cranford and have seen the plaque which is on the wall at thr other end of the church. I think his mum is on it too if I recall correctly.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Well Louise
@margarettownsley9500
@margarettownsley9500 7 ай бұрын
Agree that graveyard does look Erie and his headstone looks like it’s on a wall like a little letterbox
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 7 ай бұрын
Quite a scary place as well
@johnnymac26
@johnnymac26 2 жыл бұрын
very funny man shame how it all ended comedians seem to walk a fine line with this.
@hancecrawford
@hancecrawford 2 жыл бұрын
Alan Thanks for showing Tony Hancocks grave wasn't Shelia Hancock his wife?
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
No she was married to John of inspector more fame
@kathrynsymonds9455
@kathrynsymonds9455 2 жыл бұрын
Tony Hancock was a very clever comedian so sad about his life
@gillnelson9037
@gillnelson9037 2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting once again. Makes you wonder if its worth being famous with so many having taken drugs or even committed suicide a very up and down life seems to be going from person to person looking for acceptance so sad 💙💚 love from Gill Holmfirth West Yorkshire 💙💚
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Gill, yes I know what you mean. It's obviously when people are successful they get a lot more pressure from our directions so it is not surprising. Sometimes they crack more than they have a day person. I think it all depends on how they handle it as with everything in life, but definitely a success. Doesn't always mean happiness. We've seen some sad ones on this channel. But let's not be sad. We're not superstars so we're ok. Thank you for the comment as always Alan. See you soon
@jamesweber4938
@jamesweber4938 2 жыл бұрын
"A pint, that's almost an armful" !
@kathrynsymonds9455
@kathrynsymonds9455 2 жыл бұрын
Had no idea he dropped Sid James as a work colleague, very sad.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kathryn he dropped everybody was a shame wasn't it must have been insecurity. All the best Alan
@laurencecope7083
@laurencecope7083 2 жыл бұрын
So many sad entertainment stories.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
I agree. Tony, I'm a bit blown away but maybe that pops to bubble of celebrity. Maybe it takes more than it gives? Thank you, Alan
@BigSky1
@BigSky1 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t think Willie Rushton was Tony Hancocks brother.
@MiniMicroMan1
@MiniMicroMan1 2 жыл бұрын
It was Roger Hancock according to Google,
@anthonyellis987
@anthonyellis987 2 жыл бұрын
Terry Nation (where is he buried?) wrote for him, but got sacked by Tony. Terry went on to create the Daleks in Doctor Who.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Location Un know nice try Anthony
@louisecoupland
@louisecoupland 2 жыл бұрын
You should visit the site of Cranford Hall which ain't far from the church, not much there accept a the old entrance and a ice house, whether it's still there is another thing as is a long time ago.
@dianawoods4772
@dianawoods4772 2 жыл бұрын
the reason it might seem to be in a weird place is years ago if you took your own life you was buried right away from the church may be that's what happened with his ashes.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dian never know that best Alan
@davidbutterworth9578
@davidbutterworth9578 2 жыл бұрын
That's what I thought too, Diana. The plaque is impressive, but it seems it's out of the way and set on crumbling brickwork, which seems very sad. Thank you very much for this video. A good choice of backup videos. HHH is still brilliant. I went to see Galton and Simpson at an event about 20 years ago. Unassuming and humble men. The best comedy script writers.
@tonyhancock4258
@tonyhancock4258 2 жыл бұрын
His radio show was the best. The tv show was good, but the radio shows before tv were his best. The truth is, greed of being famous got to him. He didn't like others getting a laugh. Personally I think Kenneth Williams could bury him alive when it came to talent. Hancock could only ever do Hancock, nothing else.
@thekitowl
@thekitowl 2 жыл бұрын
Tony ( to me ) is similar to Frankie Howard, absolutely brilliant at delivering lines but couldn’t write them. Kenneth was also in a similar vein, Peter Cook wrote one of his reviews & the success went to Kenneth’s head. When Peter was asked to write the follow up Kenneth turned the material down , one sketch being “a leg too few “ which Peter gave to Beyond the Fringe & was so popular it killed review & put Ken out of stage work.
@petersmith6794
@petersmith6794 2 жыл бұрын
Two of my mums relatives are buried there ..
@stanleydobson382
@stanleydobson382 2 жыл бұрын
Tony Hancock was a troubled soul and a flawed genius. Such a sad ending to his short life. The BBC are still broadcasting his radio show and are finding lost episodes.
@lakmeister
@lakmeister 2 жыл бұрын
Tony was neurotic,over sensertive....everything hurt him....what's why he got rid of everyone....including himself! Genius has its flaws!
@markrennie1821
@markrennie1821 2 жыл бұрын
Tony handcock 😂😂
@derekbilston
@derekbilston 2 жыл бұрын
👍
@janed7774
@janed7774 2 жыл бұрын
I thought he had committed suicide like you said in Australia but also asphyxiation a polythene bag over his head ... I have a morbid interest because remember these people.. thanks
@kenndo9906
@kenndo9906 2 жыл бұрын
In Birmingham city centre there is a transparent monument of him..
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kenndo thanks for thant
@darthdmc
@darthdmc 2 жыл бұрын
His birthplace is located near the watermill with the Tolkien connection.
@SC-jh9qp
@SC-jh9qp 2 жыл бұрын
Willy Rushton was Tony Hancock's brother?!
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
No but Tonys brother wax his agent
@SC-jh9qp
@SC-jh9qp 2 жыл бұрын
@@MotorHomeBeepBeep Oh, now I see, thanks 👍
@odettewiddicombe4583
@odettewiddicombe4583 8 ай бұрын
It's sad that some people thake. There life's 😂
@stevecooper6653
@stevecooper6653 2 жыл бұрын
Probably done SID JAMES a favour..bless this house..carry on films 🤷🤷
@louisecoupland
@louisecoupland 2 жыл бұрын
Don't assume all Homeless people are addicts to drugs/alcohol please.
@kayjackson3888
@kayjackson3888 2 жыл бұрын
He didn't make an assumption
@rbrowne2998
@rbrowne2998 2 жыл бұрын
The guy sleeping on the bench: "probably on drugs and things". Could be! Or maybe he left his light on? There was a Hancock episode where Hancock forgot to cancel and arrived back home after a holiday to find a bread and milk mountain outside his front door. Hancock was a Poncinello (a right funny fellow).
@johnnybeer3770
@johnnybeer3770 2 жыл бұрын
Apparently Tony Hancock was studying comparative religions to try to understand why he was funny . A very sad man considering the joy he brought to so many people .
@junelaw4162
@junelaw4162 2 жыл бұрын
Weird really I always thought he was so miserable 🤣 but I was only young he was a brilliant actor as I’ve seen now I’m olderI always think other people are clever and better lookin than me it’s how I am but I do try and stand tall 🤣 you do this so professionally do you live in the camper van or have you a house?
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
15:30 You sent Hello June, I do hope you see yourself in a good light because that makes everybody else follow. If you think you're great, they think you're great....well sometimes ahah. I don't live in a campervan. I bought one a year ago but I spend a lot of time in it because I like to do films but I live in Whitby and Bradford the rest of the time. Thank you for the lovely comments, I really appreciate it. Take care, hope to see you again Alan PS keep standing tall.
@giuliakhawaja7929
@giuliakhawaja7929 2 жыл бұрын
Donor not doner
@paulhayward4383
@paulhayward4383 2 жыл бұрын
Don’t mean he’s on drugs because he’s homeless
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
He was on drugs i gave him some money for food.
@emmajones5075
@emmajones5075 2 жыл бұрын
See don't judge So he's not mean so you should say sorry
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
@@emmajones5075 No he was on drugs that's why he had no money and that's why i said don't buy drugs buy food with the money i gave him. He said he would.
@MotorHomeBeepBeep
@MotorHomeBeepBeep 2 жыл бұрын
@@emmajones5075 Thank you Emma :-) Best Alan
@peterroberts9900
@peterroberts9900 Жыл бұрын
You really have to stop making these videos...they’re too addictive! You’re also a really nice guy. I’d much rather watch your vids than some crap Hollywood blockbuster...Here’s to the next...
@cbestablet4674
@cbestablet4674 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
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