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Des O'Connor (1932–2020)
Brought up on Northampton where he had his first job and played football for Northampton Town. He joined the RAF and on completing his service became a Butlin Redcoat and began to learn the rudiments of comedy which led him to become a professional. After 6 years he got his first big television break as host of 'Spot That Tune' then compere on '...
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Born:in Stepney, London, England, UKDied:(age 88) in Buckinghamshire, England, UK |
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Writer (4 credits)
Writer (4 credits)
2002
Des O'Connor Tonight
(TV Series) (additional material - 1 episode)
- Des O'Connor Tonight With Cliff
(2002)
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1976
Des O'Connor Entertains
(TV Series) (writer - 2 episodes)
- Episode dated 4 June 1976
(1976)
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- Episode dated 27 February 1976
(1976)
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Actor (2 credits)
Actor (2 credits)
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Music department (3 credits)
Music department (3 credits)
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Soundtrack (7 credits)
Soundtrack (7 credits)
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Thanks (1 credit)
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Self (115 credits)
Self (115 credits)
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Archive footage (19 credits)
Archive footage (19 credits)
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[2008] TV commercial singing "The Christmas Song" for Tesco See more »Alternate Names:
Des O'Connor CBE | Roger Whittaker & Des O'ConnorHeight:
5' 10½" (1.79 m)
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