RIP Norman Wisdom

retired_member12 · 04-10-2010, 10:52:11 PM

Well, as a mid-century guy, I was sad to hear of Sir Norman Wisdom's death today. Growing up in the era of the Beatles etc, his innocent humour was what we had in those days, and I for one thought he was great through my 'then' childs eyes. Yes, he was far different to the 'happening' types we see on the telly today (or whatever you would call them), but he was a super-fit entertainer who was loved by millions. His trip up before the Queen when receiving his Knighthood (sadly not on YouTube) was classic!

He'll be looking down on us now, with Mr Grimsdale.

Caz · 05-10-2010, 12:12:32 AM

I would love to see the trip before the queen.

I remember many a saturday morning watching his films, especially the milk factory one, fantastic.

stender · 05-10-2010, 06:28:32 AM

I'm a big Fan of old british comedy and he topped that genre. RIP Sir Norm.

Lucky Luke · 05-10-2010, 07:35:59 AM

Fab Guy. Albania loved him too!

aZooZa · 05-10-2010, 09:34:17 AM

Goodbye to a legend. RIP Norm.

crabfoot · 07-10-2010, 01:13:48 AM

The best stuff was the "Sunday Night at the London Palladium" shows on TV - basically just Norman and Bruce Forsyth (who is also a nice guy, although he keeps you waiting when you knock on the door while he fits his syrup).

Mind you, they had some class acts on Sunday Night at the London Palladium. I don't remember much about the performances, but I can remember seeing a lot of demised people on there, like Edith Piaf and Sophie Tucker.

WTH I was once introduced to Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee ... if it is namedropping time ...

I loved Norman, but then, everybody loved Norman ...

aZooZa · 07-10-2010, 01:25:36 AM

I didn't know Brucey sported a syrup?

aquanuke · 07-10-2010, 01:25:52 AM

RIP - He used to live a few miles from me and was often seen in his Rolls Royce.

pred · 07-10-2010, 01:31:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aquanuke

RIP - He used to live a few miles from me and was often seen in his Rolls Royce.

funnily enough, he said the same about you Chris

Norman Wisdom was an absolute legend, truly best of British
brings back great memories and will have to make a point of watching a couple of his films again in near future
keep meaning to get the old carry-ons on again. classics!

pred · 07-10-2010, 01:33:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Caz

I would love to see the trip before the queen.

shame he didn't nut her, like mr.bean did

04-10-2010, 10:52:11 PM	#1 (permalink)
retired_member12 Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,510 No Classified Ratings Domain Trader Rating: (0% / 0)	RIP Norman Wisdom Well, as a mid-century guy, I was sad to hear of Sir Norman Wisdom's death today. Growing up in the era of the Beatles etc, his innocent humour was what we had in those days, and I for one thought he was great through my 'then' childs eyes. Yes, he was far different to the 'happening' types we see on the telly today (or whatever you would call them), but he was a super-fit entertainer who was loved by millions. His trip up before the Queen when receiving his Knighthood (sadly not on YouTube) was classic! He'll be looking down on us now, with Mr Grimsdale.

07-10-2010, 01:13:48 AM	#6 (permalink)
crabfoot Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 821 No Classified Ratings Domain Trader Rating: (100% / 1)	The best stuff was the "Sunday Night at the London Palladium" shows on TV - basically just Norman and Bruce Forsyth (who is also a nice guy, although he keeps you waiting when you knock on the door while he fits his syrup). Mind you, they had some class acts on Sunday Night at the London Palladium. I don't remember much about the performances, but I can remember seeing a lot of demised people on there, like Edith Piaf and Sophie Tucker. WTH I was once introduced to Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee ... if it is namedropping time ... I loved Norman, but then, everybody loved Norman ... __________________ Cloud Factories ppi-info

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aquanuke Join Date: May 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 1,993 No Classified Ratings Domain Trader Rating: (100% / 20)	RIP - He used to live a few miles from me and was often seen in his Rolls Royce. __________________ Dropcatching and DAC hosting - I gotta have More Cowbell - Now I do

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