Jon Pertwee |
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Jon Pertwee (July 7, 1919 – May 20, 1996) was an English actor, comedian, entertainer and cabaret performer.
As an actor Pertwee appeared in many comedy roles, including four films in the Carry On series, and he became widely known for spending 18 years (1959–1977) playing Chief Petty Officer Pertwee (and three other roles) in the popular sitcom The Navy Lark on BBC Radio. He played the Third Doctor in the science fiction television series Doctor Who (between 1970 and 1974) and the title character in the television series Worzel Gummidge (between 1979 and 1981—reprising the role from 1987 to 1989). Towards the end of his life he maintained a close association with Doctor Who by appearing at many fan conventions related to the series and giving interviews.
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As an actor Pertwee appeared in many comedy roles, including four films in the Carry On series, and he became widely known for spending 18 years (1959–1977) playing Chief Petty Officer Pertwee (and three other roles) in the popular sitcom The Navy Lark on BBC Radio. He played the Third Doctor in the science fiction television series Doctor Who (between 1970 and 1974) and the title character in the television series Worzel Gummidge (between 1979 and 1981—reprising the role from 1987 to 1989). Towards the end of his life he maintained a close association with Doctor Who by appearing at many fan conventions related to the series and giving interviews.
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January 23, 1949: Jon Pertwee in 'Variety Bandbox'At 9.00pm on Sunday, January 23, 1949, Jon Pertwee appeared in 'Variety Bandbox' on the BBC Light Programme. Appearing with him at the Cambridge Theatre, London, were the likes of Frankie Howerd, Janet Brown, and Terry Scott.
Pertwee also appeared on the show on June 15, 1952, and on June 4, 1953 when an edition was broadcast as part of a gala performance of memorable variety shows called 'Light Up Again'. |
April 21, 1950: Jon Pertwee in 'Puffney Post Office'At 7.30pm on Friday, April 21, 1950, Jon Pertwee appeared in the first episode of 'Puffney Post Office' on the BBC Home Service. Pertwee played a hapless old postman with the catch-phrase "It doesn't matter what you do, as long as you tears them up." Appearing with him was Janet Brown and David Jacobs.
The show ran for 14 episodes between April 21 and July 21, 1950. |
August 11, 1970: Jon Pertwee in 'Brothers in Law'
At 12.25pm on Tuesday, August 11, 1970, Jon Pertwee guest starred in 'Brothers in Law', on BBC Radio 4. The show starred Richard Briers and was a radio adaptation of the original 1962 TV series. Pertwee played Ford O'Hara, a role played by Noel Purcell on TV.