The series was created for Dennis Waterman after his success in The Sweeney, and starred as Arthurs loyal bodyguard Terry McCann until he quit in 1991. Convicted Scots conman died owing 5,000 in withheld wages. They showed Terry and Arthur at various locations throughout London and again feature in our Locations section. On May 8, 2022, the 74-year-old, whose career spanned seven decades, died in his home in Spain . Waterman also. Daley-isms such as 'nice little earner' became a regular part of the language. Series 7 showed slight changes in the opening titles with black and white shots of Terry, Arthur and Dave the barman He was 74. Despite his departure, George Cole and Dennis Waterman remained good friends after Dennis's departure from the show. [29][30], Waterman starred in a television film made by Tyne Tees Television entitled The World Cup: A Captain's Tale (1982). And I thought 'that's my George. DISCLAIMER : minder.org is in no way connected with Leon Griffiths, Thames Television, Euston Films or FremantleMedia. "The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time". Spencer Hawken told how he had spoken to the veteran star last year to tell him the movie, Road Rage, had been delayed. Speaking after the service, Waterman added: 'He was just the most popular person in showbiz and the nicest and the best. 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Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. The actor became so recognised that he was parodied in the beloved sketch show series Little Britain. Dennis Waterman had been cast together. George Cole provided the voice of Vernon, while Dennis Waterman was his sidekick Toaster. Tributes have flooded in for the star, with broadcaster Kay Burley describing him as a "brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s". He later appeared in the premier of Carving a Statue, produced by Peter Wood on 17 September 1964 at the Haymarket Theatre, London. Just eight years later they were cast together in the hit ITV show, Minder. Elliot but eventually it was decided that George Cole would play the Dennis then married actress Patricia Maynard, from 1977 till 1987, who he had two daughters with Hannah and Julia. The former Ibrox striker insisted Ange Postecoglou has "spent a fortune" to bring success to Parkhead. Michael Troughton who played DC Melish has appeared in a number of UK He is not related to music producer Pete Waterman, despite sharing the same last name. He said at the time that he felt his character had run its course, and that it was becoming harder for the writers to come up with worthy storylines. A seventh series reintroduced Terry with him having served '18 moons in the shovel' (a prison sentence) as a result of some dodgy videos that Arthur had left in his flat. Interviews at the time suggested he thought the show had become too focused on Arthur's character and that the show had become 'The Arthur Daley Comedy Hour'. The Duchess of Sussex family including her dad Thomas Snr, half-sister Samantha, and half-brother Thomas Jnr sat down with the Australian news show 7NEWS Spotlight. However, at the time no reason was given for his passing. He grew up in a council flat in Morden, south London, and started performing music hall routines on stage as a child with his parents who were both amateur musicians. Story Saved You can find. Delivering the eulogy, Waterman, who saw Cole the day before he died, described his co-star as the 'most liked man in the entire profession'. He became known for singing the theme songs to his shows. Liam and Nicole are set to welcome their baby boy this month and will name him after his grandfather. Waterman's acting career spanned 60 years, starting with his childhood roles in film and theatre, and adult roles in film, television and West End theatre. After Minder had reached the end of its fifth series in 1985, most involved believed it would be the end of the show. See production, box office & company info. I really enjoyed it, because it was a very different kind of character and thats important, he said in 2009. The actor and comedian Matt Lucas reacted to the news by sharing a tribute on Twitter, "I grew up watching Dennis Waterman's iconic performances in The Sweeney and Minder." Heartbreak as 'beautiful' mum who felt unwell after Haven holiday died 'suddenly'. Kate takes Charlotte to watch Cinderella at the Royal Opera House ahead of her 8th birthday, Strike-hit NHS hospital has to SHUT intensive care beds after nurses ignored union's last-minute plea to offer 'life and limb' care during today's unprecedented walk-out, 'Grandpa King is adorable!' Police are also hunting a red-haired teenager who is believed to have been involved in the attack. On television in Britain, Im sort of the cheeky chappie, everybodys mate, but Ive never played anything like that in the theatre. This is one of the reasons why Dennis Waterman felt the character of Terry had run his course. Loved Minder more," she tweeted. As the series progressed so did the relationship between Arthur, Terry and their local law, DS Chisholm and DS Rycott, played wonderfully by Patrick Malahide and Peter Childs. the few times Dennis starred in anything produced stateside and unfortunately The former Coronation Street star says she hopes to champion other mums with her 'empowering' summer shoot. The character of Chisholm would appear in 24 episodes of first seven series and Rycott would appear in 15. With his bank refusing to honour his cheques and a Court Bailiff pursuing him for unpaid bills, Arthur is delighted when a mysterious businessman makes him a very attractive offer for the wh With his bank refusing to honour his cheques and a Court Bailiff pursuing him for unpaid bills, Arthur is delighted when a mysterious businessman makes him a very attractive offer for the whole of his business empire. Charles was 'dismayed' when his mother granted her closest confidante permission to write series of books about her life at the Palace, I am 70 and live off a successfully invested 220,000 pension fund, but at my age should I buy an annuity? in this show in an episode called 'Tomorrow Man' in 1976. She said: 'You can open your eyes and see all that he has left', before jokingly adding in the line, 'all those television repeats. The cast consisted of; Ralph Richardson as The Father, Dennis Waterman as His Son, Barbara Ferris as The First Girl, Jane Birkin as The Second Girl and Roland Culver as Dr Parker. He went on to find fame in his teens in William, the BBC's adaptation of Just William. Waterman is the last remaining original cast member, having joined the series at its inception in 2003. [62], Waterman was banned from driving for three years in January 1991, following his second drink-driving conviction in four years. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "Loved The Sweeney. Waterman added that he was 'pleasantly surprised' when reading the final paragraph of Cole's IMDB profile which described his former co-star as 'one of Britain's most enduring actors, one of only a handful of actors who can claim to have had a 75-year career' and who was 'an extremely likeable, charismatic man'. [14] He had a major role in the feature film version of Up the Junction (1968) in which he played Peter, boyfriend to Polly (Suzy Kendall). Amanda Redman, who played Sandra Pullman in the show, revealed she would quit the following year, describing the series as "bland". Terrifying moment three men jump onto Tube track to save mum on mobility scooter. She certainly wasnt a beaten wife, she was hit and thats different.. Cole said: He was a dreadful character. Nigel and Debbie marry in 1994 and are happy until 1995, when Debbie is killed in a hit and run accident. [37][38] Windy City closed after 250 performances. With Dennis Waterman, George Cole, Brian Cox, Frederick Jaeger. Leon's original title for the series was simply 'The Minder' and many of his original ideas on how he envisaged the series can be read in his novel 'Minder - A Novel By Leon Griffiths' published around three months before the first series started in July 1979. Dangerous affairs, violent attacks and boozing - Minder legend Dennis Did this woman die because her genitals were cut? boyfriend. Throughout his acting career, he continued to pursue his interest in music, and had number one hits in Australia and New Zealand, and got to number three in the UK charts with I Could Be So Good For You, the theme song from Minder. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Dennis said at the time: "I don't think it has become just another police procedural but there was a danger. It followed his second drink-driving conviction within the space of just four years. [52][53], In 2020, Waterman starred in the Australian drama-comedy film Never Too Late which had been filmed in Adelaide, Australia, the previous year. During the 1990s Dennis played ex-SAS man John Neil in the excellent 'Circles of Deceit'. This film is one of Scots chef and Australian Masterchef judge Jock Zonfrillo dies aged 46. 'When they did strike up a friendship they became very close.'. Although it is assumed that Terry does agree to take the car, the Shooting took place in the North East and in Turin in Italy. Actor Dennis Waterman, known for his roles in TV shows including Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, has died, his family have said. I sometimes wonder what would have happened if George Cole (Arthur) had left Minder in 1989 instead of Dennis Waterman (Terry). "It's strange that you get cast as different things in different parts of the media.". In 2009, he starred in the BBC's hard-hitting drama Moses Jones, a role he said at the time he relished because it cast him in a different light. Dennis Waterman has paid a tearful tribute to his former Minder co-star as friends and family gathered to say a final farewell to actor George Cole. The Rhea Bailey Now Both before and after her role as Mel Ryder, Rhea Bailey has been known for her numerous roles in British soap operas. The footballers were on separate night outs at Chinawhite Manchester in early April when Rashford rescued Lehmann upon her arrival at the venue. She played the role from 2000 to 2004, before being killed off after falling down the stairs. The 'Ginger Suite', of course Was 3m bank heist an MI5 plot to seize stolen photos of Princess Margaret having sex with a gangster? Great Expectations viewers slam BBC for CHANGING ending of the Dickens 'I've been stuck in A&E since 10.30pm last night please just pay NHS staff fairly': Tearful A&E patient Martin Lewis reveals how to get a cheaper supermarket shop and FREE food. Filming of the first series took place between the end of April 1979 until October 1979. In 2007, Meic Povey (DS and DC Jones) very kindly agreed to be interviewed for minder.org - read the whole interview here. McCann Years', including facts, locations and bloopers - visit our episode guide As a 14-year-old he was taken in by comedy star Alastair Sim and his wife Naomi, who became a second mother to him, and Cole went on to star in a series of films and theatre shows with the Scottish star. for two episodes, played by Robin Cameron. The supporters at Hampden made the morning TV show in a discussion about this Saturday's service. It would have meant taking the show in a different, darker, grittier direction and going onto greater lengths with Terry McCann being the main character and in prison, Minder would therefore be more action packed, retained it's original theme and possibly lasted .