Martin Mull, Comic Actor of ‘Clue,’ ‘Roseanne’ and ‘Arrested Development,’ Dies at 80 thewrap.com/martin-mull-co…

It is such sad news to learn that we have lost the wonderful Kenneth Cope. There simply isn’t enough space to do justice to the many brilliant performances he gave us through the years. Thank you, Kenneth. Rest in peace.

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Well, blimey...if it isn't Christmas...which means (later this week) a NEW Sitcom Club podcast!

Meanwhile, enjoy our selection box of past Christmas 'casts, including our mega 2015 party and our own take on Charles Dickens. sitcomclub.com/?s=christmas

Our ALL NEW Christmas podcast (to be released either before, during or just after Christmas, TBC) is also an OUTSIDE BROADCAST! (Photo: Broadcast Engineering Conservation Group)

Our all-new Sitcom Club Christmas podcast features a meandering look at the 1977 festive edition of Oh No, It's Selwyn Froggitt - in your ears on Friday 27th December. Have a fabulous Christmas meanwhile. Magic, our Maurice!

Some actors capture an aspect of their historical moment. The combover, the knitwear, the wheedling and fussing - Brian Murphy was the absolute exemplar of a certain kind of postwar masculinity - the salaryman born slightly too early for the Permissive Society. RIP.

The reunion of all reunions must sadly be happening somewhere now. RIP Brian Murphy. Thanks for all the laughs.

Incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of Brian Murphy. A genuine legend of comedy acting. Man About the House + George & Mildred were a childhood favourites then I had the immense honour of writing for him in The Catherine Tate Show & Benidorm. Much love to Linda & family💔

R.I.P. Brian Murphy.

As well as being a fine actor, Brian Murphy was also a Foster parent. He was reunited with some of those children he fostered on This is Your Life in 1998.

❤️I am so sad to hear of the passing of my ex landlord❤️the wonderful, talented Brian Murphy❤️my thoughts are with Linda Regan & family ❤️many happy times together❤️he is now with his screen "wife" the fabulous Yootha Joyce❤️they can laugh once more❤️R.I.P. my dear friend❤️XxX❤️

The wonderful Brian Murphy was a regular on the TPTV Film & TV Festival stage, and he always brought laughter and love to every show. He will be missed. Watch Brian & Linda’s interview from the 2022 TPTV Festival in St Albans here tptvencore.co.uk/product/talkin…

Sad to hear that Norman Eshley has passed away. Began his screen career in an Orson Welles film (pictured) & demonstrated a fine range, from comedy to horror. My father was absolutely delighted with his performance as a cowardly graduate rookie in Sweeney episode Taste of Fear.

RIP Norman. You were a lovely man and a wonderful actor and Brian and I adored doending time with you and Rachel. I loved working with you

Terrible news folks. Our highly talented friend, the legendary actor, Norman Eshley has left us for the great cinema in the sky. We will treasure the back stage laughs and chats. An honour to work with you. Rest in peace, dear chap.

George And Mildred star Norman Eshley dies aged 80 independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-n…