What Happened to Geoffrey Hayes After He Lost All His Money

[@bobbydavro7533]

I appeared on an early 80's episode of Rainbow where I impersonated Geofrrey Zippy George and Bungle. Many years later I worked with him in a panto in Woking. He was a talented professional performer and a really nice man and always fun to spend time with. I was very sad to hear of his passing. A real TV icon and is sadly missed. RIP Geoffrey ❤️

[@bovler]

Legendary sketch Mr Davro!

[@Supadan75]

Wait THE Bobby Davro?!!!!

[@bovler]

@@Supadan75 Who knows!?

[@TheSpringOf74]

So Bungle was a young Starmer?, The likeness is incredibly disturbing?.

[@privatechannel8462]

Oh no you didn't....* *this is a joke for any American viewers

[@GuildfordGhost]

Seriously, thank you for treating his story with the dignity he deserved (thumbnail excepted - not cool). I think he was a great, grounded human being and the world is worse off without him.

[@Lincoln12933]

I'm pretty sure it's just an AI creation...

[@Max-nz7op]

Not sure the thumbnail reading "BROKE AS FUCK" is that dignified or respectful

[@AquaMarina-j50]

yea he was obviously quite a charismatic person that could of easily appeared in a few episodes of EastEnders or something like that now and again, I don't really buy in to the whole ' typecast' scenario, if you only ever play one TV role without a Chance of anything else then that's bound to happen.

[@GuildfordGhost]

@@Max-nz7op Totally agree with you on that bit. Saw it after I posted the comment. I guess it's clickbait, because the video is nothing like the thumbnail.

[@neonnat]

Dignity 🤔 The Title of this video is insulting and Disrespectful and rude

[@Happinosis]

Geoffrey was a lovely man. I used to see him quite regularly in the early 90s as I was on my morning commute to uni, and he’d always stop and chat with me. A genuinely missed person and a bit of a legend.

[@EchoBeach501]

I'm not convinced that he lost his money. The video said he spent time between homes in England and Spain! Working in a supermarket or a as cab driver isn't a fall from grace - maybe he just likes to keep busy and do something, rather than sitting at home waiting for the phone to ring. And fair play to him. There's nothing wrong with that.

[@michaelking9818]

That’s a great point

[@TrueBrit1]

Absolutely right. When people are famous and in the limelight, there are countless examples of those that fall from grace i.e., they lose their popularity, relevance or purpose, that sit around desperate for the phone to ring offering new roles/fame, rather than accept life for what it is. The sensible ones are those that keep their phone on standby, while getting on in another form of work, whatever it is, and if that phone doesn't ring again, well they've got a perfectly adequate form of regular income coming in to pay the bills. It doesn't sound like he lost all of his money at all - maintaining 2 properties suggests to me he had been very astute with his money and finances.

[@Jez1963UK]

You couldn't be more right, and you describe me to a tee. I got a job stacking shelves because I was stuck indoors waiting for the phone to ring and it was seriously affecting my health, both mental and physical. The best decision I ever made (and I really mean that). I love it. It's brainless and gives you a purpose, keeps you fit and keeps you sane. Meet lots of nice customers and being useful to my community.

[@mcfcguvnors]

300 quid a week - is 300 hundred quid a week ,simple as that , cant live without £££

[@robhollywood647]

He obviously wasn't doing as well after Rainbow ended , the big pay checks had stopped topping up his wealth and he had to delve into his savings - taking new jobs to top up the kitty and give him something to do.

[@trevortrevatrevortreva1520]

Rainbow truly encapsulated the innocence of growing up in the UK and the show rainbow in all its entirety offered a reminder of simpler times. I hope all the cast know they are held dear in many hearts and always will be ❤

[@marianneharris-ux9pq]

Totally agree with you, Rainbow was part of my wonderful childhood, it brought all of the family and friends together, 💕

[@Thenogomogo-zo3un]

Very sweet and true words ❤

[@MadderMel]

Yes 👍 it was a wonderful show !

[@bobbadham261]

It's strange coz it woz a bit cringey lol but yeah fond memories of better more inoccent times!!

[@karl-jameslangford]

Agreed

[@zamiadams4343]

Growing up in the 70's and 80's Geoffrey was a big part of my childhood, I loved Rainbow.

[@dinagreaves6686]

Snap 😊

[@vickihayward6832]

Ditto🙂

[@Robin-hk7nn]

12pm each day?? Before The Sullivans❤❤❤

[@miloroberts5883]

RIP Geoffrey Hayes. Thank You for all them great years. Safe Journey 🙏

[@sargonixofur1234]

Children need more role models like Geoffrey Hayes. Lots of children don’t have a dad and he was a good example. Most kids tv presenters these days are shouty young fools. RIP.

[@Faith_Chi]

He seemed like a sweet man.

[@buzby303]

100%

[@maxinehulme2009]

@@sargonixofur1234 totally agree

[@maxinehulme2009]

‘Uncle’ Geoffrey. As a young child this was my most favourite programme. I still haven’t forgotten it and I’m 60 years old next year.

[@tnkelly01]

same here buddy except i will be 56 next year lol good memories will always cherish

[@lordprotector3367]

I'm 60 next year, too, and I can still do the impressions of Zippy, Bungle and George. My 20 something colleagues have no idea who they are...

[@adammoss5284]

He was the original good guy. You knew it'd always be okay while people like that were in the world, and I'm in the same age-group too.

[@mrnexus8seven949]

I'm 61 now and remember it so affectionately. They really don't make kids programmes like this any more.

[@midnightmosesuk]

Poor old Geoffrey, it really shows how life can go sometimes. One minute you're top of the tree, the next you're back in the mud. But, amongst a certain generation of British adults, he's deeply appreciated.

[@jasonph2522]

Not just British, I spent my teen years in New Zealand and every now and again, we'd cut class, smoke some good Coromandel green and watch Rainbow. Great days.

[@mcfcguvnors]

I used to come home from school just for that - they even shifted the show from mid day to 12 20 so kids could watch n get back for school , 20 mins allowed each way

[@big_gooch1601]

Very much so, I wish nothing but the best for him. I’m glad he was man enough to take on a normal job.

[@JamieCurranthemagnificent-z7h]

Nah he just did them job's to keep busy he didn't need the money or anything!😂

[@JamieCurranthemagnificent-z7h]

​@@jasonph2522lol!😂👍

[@markthorpe1528]

Bungle wore pyjamas for bed,but walked around naked all day.

[@brianiswrong]

If I try that I get arrested Bungle does it and gets a 20 year gig on tv😢

[@alancrisp1582]

​@@brianiswrongWhy would you want to do that ?...

[@hippybuddhist]

He did the same on the show.

i had a girlfriend like that once but not as hairy and bungle..

[@bigjohn1717]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Luton-Mick]

Rainbow gave me escapism from a less than idyllic childhood in the 70s and early 80s, Geoffrey seemed to glow genuine kindness through the screen, something I've never forgot. RIP Mr Hayes.

[@TuxedoPanther]

I grew up as a child in the 70s, Rainbow was such a wonderful show with wonderful people. I'm so thankful for this 🙏

[@missmuffet3874]

I agree. We had the best of children’s television in the 70s. ❤

[@charliesilverman1132]

@@missmuffet3874 My house was right next to our school so at dinner time I would go home & watch Rainbow etc & eat treacle sandwiches.

[@hugoagogo9435]

Tv star to shelf stacker. That’s the mark of a man that will do what’s needed to survive. Many in his situation would turn to drink drugs and depression but he kept his head down and got on with it. He lived a comfortable and modest life yet reached a high point most of us never will. RIP

[@stevehull787]

R I P 🙏 didn't know he had passed 😢

[@williammorris1384]

Sad news . It was Sep 30th ,2018. 3 days before my dad 😢x

[@Ricardofromage]

Me neither, that's very sad, I'm pleased he never turned bitter and honored and cherished his immense impact on so many of our childhoods, RIP you beautiful soul x

[@kenmckee7536]

Paint the whole world with a rainbow 🌈... the programme of my childhood... their likes will never be seen again... God bless them.😁

[@williammorris1384]

“ everyone can see it smiling, over the sky “!! Wonderful memories too :) 🌈

[@buzby303]

The good old days x

[@JamieCurranthemagnificent-z7h]

Yeah and look what they turned it into now!😭😂

[@thefrecklepuny]

Seriously, if I lived in the relevant town and called for a taxi and Geoffrey Hayes was the driver, I'd have to tell him he was a big part of my childhood!

[@WesleyWattley-xy4fg]

Ask fir Rod,Jane & Freddy

[@Thenogomogo-zo3un]

@@WesleyWattley-xy4fg They were busy "banging" away all night! lol!

[@spudspuddy]

he was huge part of Bungle and Zippie's life, lol

[@JamieCurranthemagnificent-z7h]

​@@Thenogomogo-zo3unlmao😂, Jane was a propper little firecracker we all fancied her back in the day!😁

[@Will-bz3yt]

Yep..whole world with a rainbow

[@PhantomMark]

He has always come across as a really nice guy tbh, brings nice memories of parts of my childhood for sure, and a smile.

[@mystscot9814]

I'll always have respect for anyone that gets up each morning to earn a living regardless of what they do as a job to keep a roof over their head and food in their stomach. Many great memories of Geoffrey in Rainbow.

[@ianbeale2527]

My brother became Geoffrey's neighbour for a short while because his partner's grandmother had left her her house after she passed away, so they moved in for while until they decided what to do with it. One day the door bell rang and my brother was surprised to see Geoffrey from Rainbow standing there and introducing himself as his neighbour. He asked if my brother minded whether he cut the branches off a very large tree in my brother's garden that were overhanging on to his property. My brother told him he could cut off as much as he wanted as the tree really needed removing altogether. Geoffrey then said if my brother wouldn't mind , he would gladly pay for a tree surgeon to remove the tree completely ! My brother agreed and true to his word, Geoffrey paid to have my brother's tree removed. My brother said that Geoffrey was EXACTLY how you would imagine him to be. A true Gentleman and a neighbour everyone would want . But one thing above all that stuck in my brother's mind more than 34 years later, was Geoffrey's "Pixie Boots" that he wore ! Although my brother only lived there for a few months, he was gutted when he found out he'd passed.

[@peterdalton200]

‘Rainbow’ used to be screened on ATV-0/10 in Melbourne in the 1970s. I clearly remember Geoffrey Hayes. I was aware that he had passed away. May he rest in peace.

[@DixieDaydreamer]

Sometimes life doens't always work out quite like we planned but despite what happened he left an indelibale mark on so many people's lives. I rememeber watching it in the mid to late 70s as a young child when i would go to my Nan's house for lunch every weekday while at school. It's the whimsy and dedication of the show and Hayes' contributions that made it what it was. He might not have ever been a mega star but there's no denying he holds a special place in the hearts of millions of UK adults today.

[@samanthaostrowski6755]

I loved Rainbow when I was little. Thanks Geoffrey Hayes for making my childhood such a happy time. RIP. ❤❤

[@Brain_Juice]

Geoffrey was a treasure, Rainbow was an iconic children's TV show and a much loved nostalgic children's classic. It would have been nice to see more appearances of him after the show had finished airing.

[@ArloPotton]

R.I.P my great grandfather, Geoffrey Hayes.❤😢

[@ginsin1234]

I had no idea he had passed. Wow, he was part of my childhood as for so many of us.

[@daydreamer4902]

This show was always synonymous with a day off sick school.

[@laurabedford5095]

Definitely, I'd watch it when sick at my grandmother's

[@WesleyWattley-xy4fg]

Absolutely

[@Thenogomogo-zo3un]

Confirmed. It was on in the morning on weekdays iirc so you could only see it on a day off from school

[@oliverpearson1577]

Yes, this and Button Moon!

[@laurabedford5095]

@oliverpearson1577 and pipkins

[@beverleybalshaw9119]

So glad you chose Rainbow, Geoff, and for giving us George, Zippy and Bungle. R.I.P. And fly high over the Rainbow 🌈 🕊

[@Thenogomogo-zo3un]

I heard years back that Geoffrey was a cabbie. I really didn't believe it. The whole Rainbow team were so much part of our childhood growing up in the '70's +. I am quite surprised it lasted till 1992. Was very sad when Geoffrey passed away. Thank you Rainbow for making my childhood fun and for all the happy memories!

[@6581punk]

While we might think it was sad. He at least did what he needed to do to stay afloat.

[@MATTY110981]

Nothing wrong working in a supermarket or being a mini cab driver. I get the impression that he wasn’t financially destitute and probably would rather do something and not be bored. I’ve known a few actors and musicians. All have had to supplement their income between gigs.

[@rayfinkle2805]

An American talking about our Geoffrey and rainbow. Jog on pal 👍😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Faith_Chi]

AI.

[@JasonBernier-b5r]

Do everyone a favour and shut up!

[@rayfinkle2805]

@ wind your neck in darling. You are irrelevant to me 👍😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@rayfinkle2805]

@ I was watching rainbow before you were an itch in daddy’s pant 👍😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@JasonBernier-b5r]

@rayfinkle2805 Yeah but that's my cousin and your a racist English dickhead goodnight!

[@reddeviluk]

What a legend, RIP

[@aussietruckphotosandmodels8510]

In a time when a rainbow was a sign of innocent happiness. RIP Geoff

[@KeefsCattys]

And it absolutely still is .

[@zodiacstorm]

@@KeefsCattys FOR QUEERS.....

[@KeefsCattys]

@@zodiacstorm 🌈

[@DickieBird888]

Saw him in Hull at the New Theatre... he was excellent and very entertaining the kids loved him... So did I....Great guy.

[@DudeEnglish]

I loved Rainbow as a kid in the 1980s!

[@jerryfields4837]

what happened to the other poor members of staff? i heard george and bungle ran a gay bar in singapore and zippy is in the house of lords, and doing quite well

[@yellowjackboots2624]

Zippy is clearly overqualified for the house of lords.

[@flybobbie1449]

Seen them do a few car reviews....

[@markharris7662]

He was a big part of kids life for many years. Left a great memory for us all.

[@ianmcfadden5450]

Massive part of my childhood, everyone loved rainbow

[@frankiefourfingers6717]

He seemed like a good guy who acted with dignity and integrity

[@knoxieman]

Lovely man, wonderful show, grew up in the mid 70s loving that show, ive never heard a bad word said about the man.

[@neonwind]

He and his Rainbow co-team made kids very happy. And those grow up kids happy upon reflection of the series.

[@suzyqualcast6269]

Our English teacher, Mr Walker, left Derbyshire Tupton Hall School in 73/4, then was noted with two others prancing round in bib n braces on this show.....

[@Sharpy-Staunch]

God, Rainbow takes me way back, it's a bummer we all have to get old and dissapear

[@EGC316]

Thank you Geoffrey for being a comforting part of my childhood. Still love the song in the opening credits. RIP.

[@Jez1963UK]

Nothing wrong at all with stacking shelves in Sainsbury's. Done it myself, one of the best decisions I've ever made in my life (and I've had several careers).

[@paulclark1953]

I grew up in the 70s and it was great as a kid

[@thecountsaintgermaine7937]

Zippy has ADHD. George suffers with anxiety. Bungle has autism and has the mental age of a 3 year old and Geoffrey is their carer. Rainbow represents the spectrum.

[@serenityinside1]

Literally the spectrum … of light ☀️

[@mjstefansson7466]

George was transgender too.

[@roberttruman8444]

That's a surprisingly accurate account. Many of these conditions were either unknown of at the time or taboo. These days the inclusion of people living on the spectrum is done in such a intentional way that seems insincere and often quite shameless. Rainbow always seemed to be unconscious of the existence of neurodiversity or people with different sexual orientations or transgender etc and just accepted everyone as fellow human beings who were no better or worse than them. No singling out of minorities, no 'token' characters and quotas, no shameless virtue signalling attempts. Just a very open and natural projection of society. Gotta give credit where it's due. I should add that i have it in good authority that most of the cast and crew were all shagging each other behind the scenes for most of the time the show ran.

[@JamieCurranthemagnificent-z7h]

So true I always imagined this too but people said I was strange and read to much into stuff by overcomplicating thing's!👍

[@christopherhampson265]

Now then that's fixed it for Me I was always curious about the beeb........

[@marcolombardo5429]

He contributed a huge part of his life to making children happy. He also seemed like a kind and gentle soul. The rest is irrelevant at the end of day. RIP.

[@stingray4real]

Same thing happened to Barry Evans who was type casted and he worked as a mini cab driver.

[@pimpmydiecastsdiecastandto3176]

sad end that has never really been solved

[@hotpotato4027]

Homes in Spain and London living modestly! Plenty of us would like that opportunity I’m sure!

[@FlyAmeliaEarheart]

That's what I said out loud !

[@paulsimpson3113]

These days it's just nice to hear of a childrens entertainer from my youth who wasn't some kind of deviant. I never really liked Savile but Rolf Harris was a shock. To hear Geoffrey was a kind, honerable guy, despite working with an obvious wrongen like Zippy, is very welcome news.

[@paulfromdevon4707]

'Living modestly between his homes in England and Spain' 😂

[@Bevzthejcs]

Legend. Grew up watching him on Rainbow. Very few people can say they have an entire generation of British people not only knowing your name but also wistfully recounting all the happy memories you gave them. That man died rich beyond all measure and I'm sure he felt the same way. RIP.

[@RansomeDavis]

What a lovely man Geoffrey was, This vid talking as if he was afailure after Rainbow, he had a house in the uk and spain, he wasnt skint far from it, nothing wrong with shop work and cab driving, to pass the time . rest in peace you legend.

[@HaramXL]

100% ❤

[@JackFirebrace1917]

My younger brother used to watch this programme, every lunchtime when he came home from school for lunch. It was an innocent and fun programme. Another from the same period was Inigo Pipkin that featured George Woodbridge and would later be shortened to Pipkins with Wayne Larea in the lead human role.

[@SG3-wd40]

One skin two skin three skin... ... all in heaven playing with there twangers. Geoffrey legend ❤

[@CZ350tuner]

A friend's kid would watch this show and sometimes, we adults would be in the room, laughing at all the innuendoes and jokes that were intended to go completely over children's heads. For example: George:- "I want to be a hairdresser, when I grow up". Zippy (his head resting on his hand, looking at George):- "Well that figures.....". Zippy (watching Jeffery & Bungle attempting to assemble a bunk bed):- "Do you want the DISTRUCTIONS, Jeffery??". Jeffery:- "Don't you mean INSTRUCTIONS, Zippy??". Zippy:- "No, because you and Bungle are putting it together". Also, never forget the "Bouncing Balls" episode!!.

[@mr.y.mysterious.video1]

You probably saw their Xmas tape made for showing to fellow itv staff. The actual TV show didn't do that

[@DirkGently1972]

“One skin…two skin…three skin…four ski” / “oh Zippy!” 😂😂

[@TallSilentGuy]

The "Bounce Your Balls And Paint Your Wanger" video was never an "episode" as such.

[@Thenogomogo-zo3un]

The "adult" ones are well known but they did come out with a lot of stuff on the regular show.

[@rupturedguts7328]

And the fuking garden of Eden sketch with Jim davidson,,its on ytube,,very funny,,so glad to grown up in 70s and 80s 🌈

[@stephenpoulson5505]

I loved watching Rainbow when I was young ❤❤❤❤

[@wezzbeet2923]

I had a cousin with muscular distrophy.she was like a 46year old baby.she absolutely loved rainbow bless her.her music when she went was the theme song ❤

[@Truerealism747]

Great but sad story what age did she get to

[@garywateridge]

i still hum the theme tune now,spontanously,when i am happy. This program brought my childhood so many happy mermories,sleep well Geoffrey.

[@AndyFootman-w9z]

Rainbow was fantastic!

[@marai_anam]

Jeffery Hayes was a cherished children's television icon for generations of Irish children too.

[@declanwalsh3216]

Agreed, a legend

[@whopperchopper5159]

In this day and age I’m just happy to see 1 of our beloved childhood TV stars isn’t a nonce. It’s a low bar these days 😂😂😂

[@gojirabroderick6491]

I'm hoping nothing ever comes out about Pat Sharp

[@whopperchopper5159]

@ 🤞🤞🤞mate that would ruin me 😂

[@nh8383]

Seemed like a nice guy. RIP Geoffrey

[@mick62mick]

God bless you sir! Rainbow was a wonderful show and great nostalgic memories.

[@MrLetmein2011]

I don’t believe that he had to do those jobs out of poverty, I think he just wanted to keep active.

[@dtz1000]

In the video he said he has homes in London and Spain, so he was quite well off. The title is clickbait.

[@davidp4456]

@@dtz1000No, he was skint. He lived locally to me, I believe in Three Legged Cross and worked at the OneStop.

[@unklefrank319]

Thank you Geoffrey for the laughs you gave me as a child watching rainbow 🌈 may you R.I.P I’m now 53 and looking back rainbow was for me like most children an iconic rememberable part of our lives.

[@taono]

wow that brought back memories, im 53 now and instantly remembered watching the program in the clips, great show for kids that was.

[@darrenmurray861]

A big part of many of our young lives. So sad to learn that times were tough for him in his last days. Along with Rod, Jane and Freddie, Rainbow and the Sooty Show were by far my childhood favourites in the 80's.

[@colinwhitehouse7547]

I'm glad i had my childhood when i did. I once pulled up behind Geoffrey when i was dropping someone off at Heathrow. There wasn't really time to say hello before he jumped back into his cab. Thankyou for being part of my childhood, God bless you Geoffrey.

[@markfindlay8636]

Thank you for the memories this ignited in me.

[@johnnyretro1975]

LOVED RAINBOW AS A KID GREAT MEMORIES

[@rich.e]

I used to see him at my local railway station in the mid 90's; he still wore brightly coloured clothes on the morning commute! Have to admit that i was a little saddened to see him there, seemed so out of place for a recognisable tv regular. There was a Sainsbury's where I grew up so perhaps that was the one where he worked. Thanks for entertaining us, Geoffrey!

[@MrWitchettyMan]

Thanks so much Geoffrey and Rainbow, massive part of mine and my brothers childhoods, always remembered fondly, R.I.P.

[@Adrian-o2q7h]

He may have been popular but it was mainly children and mothers who liked him. He was always outshone by the puppets. Who were also asked to go on other shows. Where as he didnt really get asked to on other shows. He is a generational presenter who bought joy to children throughout the 70s and early 80s. Thank you Jeffrey Hayes and the Rainbow team for making my early years of life fun and happy.

[@zetetick395]

I simply cannot conceive how you do 20 years on TV and come out of it skint at the end? Answer: He wasn't skint, he just _wanted to WORK!_ - Good for him.

[@Ihfmpw8]

I used to watch rainbow when my son was little….I loved Jeffrey and I’m glad I watched this video ….lm 78 now and got pneumonia when I turned 78 this year,and nearly died from Sepsis. I’m sad to hear Jeffrey died of pneumonia, xx

[@manmatemonkey5076]

Yeah a great man , loved by many who saw him on Rainbow! Probably more famous and much more respected then a politician. His life is like many , gradually fading away after you leave your lifelong career. Sorry to hear of his passing but what a legend RIP Geoffrey

[@NukSooKow-yp9py]

Rainbow, Button Moon, Wind in the Willows, Lets Pretend......makes me all warm and fuzzy thinking back on it all. What a wholesome time full of great characters and people like Geoffrey. I named my life sized teddy bear after him lol

[@wakeywarrior]

They once did an X rated version for internal laughs but it was available on KZbin at one point I think.

[@edmundblackaddercoc8522]

He had a greatvoice should have done audio books

[@WesleyWattley-xy4fg]

Can still be done With AI!😊

[@Thenogomogo-zo3un]

Or he could have made appearances around the country and read books for children.

[@sarahblunden4372]

I loved Rainbow as a kid, remembered coming home on playgroup and watching it. When Freddy replaced Roger i was confused how different the third person looked. I still watched it when started school and often skived off and watched it at lunchtime

[@davidp4456]

Apparently Rod, Jane and Freddy spent a lot of time shagging each other and the other cast and crew.

[@landyboy7]

What a resilient man. Much respect to him. We’re all human at the end of the day and many would have let the end of such a big mainstream show ruin them. RIP Sir, you were a positive part of my childhood and I thank you.

[@Ricardofromage]

I wasn't aware he had passed away, i know its inevitable but that leaves me feeling quite sad, thank you for such a magical set of memories for so many of us from our childhoods, from dust we come, and to dust we must return, but his energy, warmth, humility and legacy will live on in so many heart's and minds, rest well beautiful soul, thank you 🙏♥️

[@The.Last.Guitar.Hero.]

when you need to survive, you do anything so well done him, He brought a lot of joy to 70s and 80s kids

[@aliorr9356]

I remember the theme tune…..Up above the streets and houses Bungle’s flying by. Opens up his hairy bum and sh*ts in Geoffrey’s eye. Something something something Rainbow I think that’s how it went, I forget the last line.

[@invade81]

It's funny how this travelled across the UK. For us it was 'Bungle stuck his arse out the window and farted in Zippy's eye' (... Paint a whole world with a Rainbow!)

[@dcanmore]

Loved this show as a kid, can still remember the theme song lol!

[@karl-jameslangford]

Yes we do need support

[@Poppy8888-t7c]

My favourite programme. Always used to watch it ❤

[@LFOVCF]

Those of us of a certain age, have his voice in our heads. His tone, and inflections are part of our own childhood. All those subtle life lessons and how he dealt with Zippy, was always fair but firm. He certainly painted our worlds with a rainbow.

[@Sunshine123x]

Absolute joy as a young child watching this show .came across as a father figure .thankyou Geoffrey.

[@javeedsultan8484]

There's nothing wrong with working for a wage packet You do what you can to make ends meet. Hardly humbling but necessity Type casting is something that effects many people

[@sheila-we7em]

I agree at least he did not sit at home feeling sorry for himself and feeling hard done by. It is also good for your mental health to keep productive RIP Geoffery Hayes

[@lesallison9047]

RIP Geoffrey 🙏 We will not forget you.

[@MadCatPerson1977]

During a home economics lesson in the early 90s, our regular teacher was away. The supply teacher put the TV on to watch a video. In between rewinding the VHS cassette, the Rainbow theme tune came on. Everyone started singing it - you could say with a lot of teenagers with broken voices singing - it was reminiscent of the Gremlins 'Snow White' cinema scene! 🌈🎶

[@davidc4408]

I loved Rainbow. Thank you for the show. Rip

[@bobbadham261]

From sum1 else who's life didn't quite pan out, may you RIP sir, TY to rainbow crew for the memories!! 🙏❤

[@DMWBN3]

I cant but help but smile seeing these faces. Childhood memories.

[@leboeuf05]

What a sad ending to a bloke who brought many kids happiness, growing up

[@iankelly3081]

Geoffrey who gave us so much of his time presenting such a wonderful show as Rainbow deserved better. It's sad that he couldn't have gotten a job elsewhere on TV. A waste of great talent.

[@MrUltimatemaniac100]

My childhood ❤

[@dtz1000]

He can't have lost that much money if he had homes in London and Spain.

[@AntonGully]

"What Happened to Geoffrey Hayes, after he wisely invested a lot of money in Property?" Doesn't have the same clickbait quality.