One of my earliest memories is of my Dad passing off two classic Morecambe and Wise gags off as his own; the paper bag trick and the almost compulsory urge to say "he won't sell much ice cream going at that speed" every time we heard a siren go past.
Living, as we do, within earshot of the local hospital, I have said this to the boy ever since he was baby. This led to an awkward moment at nursery when, in the boys learning journal, they had written that when he picked up a toy ambulance he said it was an ice cream van. There was a note to discuss the difference with him. I told them not to worry as I knew why he'd done it.
I've literally never been so proud.
So this brings me to Uncle Bob.
I loved Bob Monkhouse and his comedy. 10 years ago today he died from prostate cancer, so to commemorate this I have written an article for the British Comedy Guide all about the great man.
It's been a great honour and privilege to do so and I hope you enjoy reading it.
British Comedy Guide - Bob Monkhouse Remembered 'Bob's Your Uncle'
"They laughed when I said I was going to be a comedian. Well, they're not laughing now."
We miss you Bob.
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