Handrejka 1,906 Posted August 15, 2016 It's funny he should mention Frank Spencer in one of those scenes considering he had an encounter with him. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sean 6,348 Posted August 15, 2016 Had a heart attack aged 80. Victor Meldrew actor Richard Wilson suffers heart attack http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-37056850 he's very famous in the UK. For......?? Sitcom actor. One Foot in the Grave, widely considered one of the best British sitcoms. He played a world weary OAP who gets pensioned off and has a black humour outlook on life. His catchphrase is "I don't believe it", which is funnier in context. When Meldrew, his character, died, it got a front page obituary in some newspapers, and fan pilgrimages to the "scene" of the moment, so lord knows what'll happen when the actor actually dies. Incidentally, the wife adds that if you watch any one episode of One Foot, you'll basically see me portrayed expertly by Richard Wilson. Can't think what she's implying... The character got a shoutout on the news also when he was killed off.I am trying to think of an American equivalent of him but cant.Everyone my age or older knows who he is.Calling someone Victor Meldrew when they are moaning is said a lot where I grew up.Wilson has also done loads of other things in TV and thetre but Meldrew is what he is best known for by far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cat O'Falk 3,290 Posted August 15, 2016 Had a heart attack aged 80. Victor Meldrew actor Richard Wilson suffers heart attack http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-37056850 he's very famous in the UK. For......?? Did you not watch Merlin on BBC America? http://www.bbcamerica.com/anglophenia/2015/05/the-cast-of-merlin-where-are-they-now 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Mad Hatter 1,093 Posted August 15, 2016 Had a heart attack aged 80. Victor Meldrew actor Richard Wilson suffers heart attackhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-37056850 he's very famous in the UK. For......?? Sitcom actor. One Foot in the Grave, widely considered one of the best British sitcoms. He played a world weary OAP who gets pensioned off and has a black humour outlook on life. His catchphrase is "I don't believe it", which is funnier in context. When Meldrew, his character, died, it got a front page obituary in some newspapers, and fan pilgrimages to the "scene" of the moment, so lord knows what'll happen when the actor actually dies. Incidentally, the wife adds that if you watch any one episode of One Foot, you'll basically see me portrayed expertly by Richard Wilson. Can't think what she's implying... The character got a shoutout on the news also when he was killed off.I am trying to think of an American equivalent of him but cant.Everyone my age or older knows who he is.Calling someone Victor Meldrew when they are moaning is said a lot where I grew up.Wilson has also done loads of other things in TV and thetre but Meldrew is what he is best known for by far. Larry hagman is a good comparison. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toast 16,210 Posted August 16, 2016 He made an appearance in Father Ted as well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPCB_pIiWDY Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,512 Posted August 16, 2016 He made an appearance in Father Ted as well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPCB_pIiWDY Seen that more than One Foot. Love Father Ted. It's disturbingly accurate too, as I've met many of the archetypes in real life, even the Nazi priest, but I digress. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deathray 2,942 Posted August 16, 2016 He made an appearance in Father Ted as well Seen that more than One Foot. Love Father Ted. It's disturbingly accurate too, as I've met many of the archetypes in real life, even the Nazi priest, but I digress. Are you a church goer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,512 Posted August 16, 2016 Seen that more than One Foot. Love Father Ted. It's disturbingly accurate too, as I've met many of the archetypes in real life, even the Nazi priest, but I digress. Are you a church goer? No. My family are. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted August 16, 2016 Does anyone have any idea how he's doing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,674 Posted August 17, 2016 Does anyone have any idea how he's doing? He's famous, getting on and conspicuously ill; so doubtless he's trying to stay calm and rest whilst the Celebrity Big Brother producers are banging on the door! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grim Up North 3,769 Posted August 17, 2016 Perhaps he's browsing through his medical book looking for what he can die of next? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lard Bazaar 3,800 Posted August 18, 2016 I used to enjoy Only When I Laugh when I was a child. Simple, but good, clean, family chuckles. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bibliogryphon 9,615 Posted August 18, 2016 My favorite Richard Wilson thing was Series 2 of Hot Metal opposite Robert Hardy. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,512 Posted August 18, 2016 My favorite Richard Wilson thing was Series 2 of Hot Metal opposite Robert Hardy. Now that was a great show. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted August 18, 2016 Just got a big shock when i saw this http://www.digitaltveurope.net/586052/uk-tv-charity-chief-richard-wilson-dies-aged-58/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,674 Posted August 19, 2016 I used to enjoy Only When I Laugh when I was a child. Simple, but good, clean, family chuckles. Yeah, like Texas Chainsaw Massacre - they were a close family too 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bibliogryphon 9,615 Posted August 19, 2016 I used to enjoy Only When I Laugh when I was a child. Simple, but good, clean, family chuckles. Which got me thinking still got all of the main cast James Bolam b.1935 Peter Bowles b.1936 Christopher Strauli b.1946 Richard Wilson b.1936 Derrick Branche b.1947 I agree would be a good No.50. Turned down the role of Victor Meldrew originally because he thought he was too young. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,512 Posted September 19, 2016 Ya know, the last public update on Wilson was 5 weeks ago. For an 80 year old with a heart attack, angina and a head injury. No news doesn't exactly speak confidence in his well being. Now I've said that, he'll be announced tomorrow for Pointless Celebrities or whatever's having a Christmas special this year. Also, apologies to anyone who sees a bump and thinks "he's dead". This was on Page 6, which for a fairly big celeb with ongoing health concern, was a rarity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted October 22, 2016 I'm pleased to say that Richard Wilson seems to be making a good recovery from his heart attack in august.He's been seen walking down the street near his home ,with the help of a walking stick.So still just one foot in the grave then ! https://www.list.co.uk/article/85598-richard-wilson-spotted-fit-and-well-for-the-first-time-since-heart-attack/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,512 Posted October 22, 2016 Photo in The Sun - spoiler tagged for size. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CoffinLodger 1,248 Posted October 22, 2016 Photo in The Sun - spoiler tagged for size. He's looking good! I think we can forget him for next years list Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joey Russ 7,255 Posted October 22, 2016 Photo in The Sun - spoiler tagged for size. He's looking good! I think we can forget him for next years listBut... But... I thought he was supposed to be the next Clive Dunn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockhopper penguin 2,265 Posted October 22, 2016 Photo in The Sun - spoiler tagged for size. He's looking good! I think we can forget him for next years listBut... But... I thought he was supposed to be the next Clive Dunn. I don't believe it. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msc 18,512 Posted April 16, 2017 Some memory loss but recovered and going back on the stage. Sounds like a sensible miss by the Cmme. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcreptile 11,040 Posted October 31, 2017 "I literally had one foot in the grave!" http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/tv-radio/i-literally-one-foot-grave-11368477 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
