Only Fools and Horses stars who had 2 children together before ending their 29-year relationship Only Fools and Horses star working in care home and living in caravan and couldn't be happier Only Fools and Horses Damien Trotter star unrecognisable in EastEnders role Story Saved You can find this story in My Bookmarks. He is confident that the chemo will keep things in check for months and even years. "We are sorry to learn of the passing of Kate Saunders, who played police-woman Sandra in the episode The Long Legs of the Law in 1982. And last December, Sir David revealed that he and his Only Fools And Horses co-star Nicholas Lyndhurst, who played his brother Rodney, have drifted apart. 1 episode, archive footage with newly recorded audio from Powell. Gwyneth said: "I got an audition for the episode where Cassandra meets Rodney for the first time. The Only Fools and Horses Story Discover the story of Britain's most popular sitcom. Todd Carty, 57, remains one of the show's most famous alumni having remained on TV screens since the first series aired in 1978. Paper Subscription to the Daily Record and Sunday Mail, Paper Subscription to the Paisley Daily Express, 2023 Scottish Daily Record and Sunday Mail Ltd, Martin Compston and Kevin Bridges enjoy Celtic Scottish cup semi-final win with boozy celebrations. Gwyneth, 48, is appearing in smash hit Our House - the show based on the hits of Suggs and co. - in Glasgow and Edinburgh this summer. [2], Strong gained mainstream recognition as Cassandra Parry, the love interest and later wife of Rodney Trotter in Only Fools and Horses,[3] debuting in the series' sixth season. The Only Fools and Horses star whose husband you probably - MyLondon Had the good fortune to meet Gwyneth Powell at a Grange Hill fan event a few years ago. - Written by Tony Hoare #3.11", "Where the cast of Only Fools and Horses are now - from Del Boy to Marlene", "Gwyneth Strong Joins a Round Heeled Woman at Aldwych Theatre", "Yes, that is Cassandra from Only Fools and Horses on tonight's EastEnders", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Gwyneth_Strong&oldid=1145481762, Episodes: "Alix", "A Hundred Thousand Welcomes", Episodes: "Early Struggles", "Ladies", "The Factory", "Rainy Day Women", Episodes: "A Matter of Faith: Parts 2 & 3", This page was last edited on 19 March 2023, at 10:52. She said: "What's not to like about Del-Boy? Her agent Matthew Lacey said in a statement on behalf of the family that she died 'after complications following a major operation for a perforated colon.'. Following the tragic death of Lennard, Buster Merryfield joined the show as another member of the Trotter family. Jamie Redknapp sells six-bed Surrey mansion he shared with both his wives for 4.95M Partygate civil servant Sue Gray could be barred from joining Labour for a year as 'vindictive' Cabinet Why you DON'T need to ask your in-laws' permission to propose! Christopher Ireland, who was found dead in his flat in Dundee, "unlawfully" withheld 4,890 from an employee in the months before his death. Actress Gwyneth Powell, known to British TV viewers as headmistress Bridget McClusky in BBC series Grange Hill, has died aged 76. My period did coincide with the Thatcher years. He also runs a locksmith business in Wallington, Surrey. Ray Butt Director. When Grange Hill was created by Phil Redmond it was ground breaking. Ron appeared in Only Fools And Horses in 1983 and took on the role of Baz, the chair of the tenants' association. Todd has been with his childhood sweetheart Dina Clarkin since 1990, and they have two sons James and Thomas. Our favourite Only Fools' episode is where Rodney wins a holiday for three on the Costa del Sol in a painting contest. The actor said his long-time friend. World media reacts as Rangers served up crushing Celtic truth from Croatia to Malaysia amid madcap new moniker. What happened to the cast of Only Fools and Horses? The show had repercussions in all kinds of ways and the character did too. Actor John Holmes left the show to complete his education and studied at the University of East Anglia, where he eventually became president of the Student Union for several years. Greatest Moments From Series 2 | Only Fools And Horses - YouTube Grandad was rarely seen out of his armchair in front of his TV sets but he was treated as a butler by Del Boy and Rodney. Meghan Markle's estranged family share unseen photo she 'never wanted the world to see'. It's something I'm very proud of.". Every comedy fan across the UK, and beyond, will know exactly who Cassandra Trotter from Only Fools and Horses is. The trio were renowned for some crazy money making schemes which didn't really ever turn out how they hoped. He was on holiday with his family in Hawaii when he suffered from a heart attack. Back to 2011 where we had Gwyneth Strong Interviewed. http://bit.ly/1VGTPwA Loose Women are celebrating retro week so the panel are joined by Only Fools and Horses stars Gwyneth Strong and Tessa Peake-Jones who played Cassandra and Raquel on the show. Subscribe now for more! Helen Flanagan announces new swimwear line to 'empower' mums of all body shapes. He was a popular character with his classmates and with viewers alike as he and friend's Douglas "Pogo" Patterson and Duane Orpington tackled with school life in London. [1] Her parents were both in the industry, her father a director, her mother in production at the BBC. Lee has made several TV appearances since leaving Grange Hill, including an episode of The Bill in which his love interest was played by Melissa Wilkes - who also played his girlfriend Jackie Wright in Grange Hill. [5] She played the role of a school teacher in a Victorian School Day in an episode of the BBC Schools TV series Watch. I had radiology treatment last week and my oncologist is fairly confident this will stop the leg pain, and I will be up and about again. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The Line of Duty star and Scots comedian were raising a few tipples to the 1-0 victory at Glasgow's Hampden park on Sunday. I thought, 'If I blow this I've had it.' I can't imagine seeing all that then saying: 'I think I'll just go to university instead.'". However, she is best known for her role as Cassandra, the love interest and, later, wife of Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), in Only Fools and Horses (1989-2003), and for playing Geraldine Clough in seven episodes of EastEnders in 2016. Get in touch with us at webcelebs@mirror.co.uk or call us direct 0207 29 33033. Gwyneth Strong Cassandra Trotter. Eamon Dunphy blasts RTE Sport saying anyone with a personality is 'out' after Ted Walsh retirement, EXCLUSIVE: Ted Walsh shocked the racing world when he announced his retirement on Saturday, Irish doctor and family stuck in Sudan after missing last flight out now face 800km trek to safety. "I didn't do stage school, I learned on the job. : Directed by Tony Dow. with Lenny Henry as well as several episodes of Blackadder. Something went wrong, please try again later. She was best known for her portrayal of headmistress Bridget McClusky in the BBC television series Grange Hill for eleven series between 1981 and 1991. Gwyneth Strong Cassandra Trotter. A few years before his death, Lennard was diagnosed with critical hypertension and had a few other health issues. Now 52, he runs a locksmith business and continues to appear on TV as himself on shows such as Celebrity Pointless, Lee MacDonald played Zammo and now runs a locksmith business in London. Only Fools and Horses, starring David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst, is one of the greatest comedies of all time. Over the years, we have lost a long list of legendary actors from the show and learned of sad tragedies impacting the lives of the Only Fools and Horses cast. Buster died in 1999 at the age of 78 as a result of a brain tumour. Motorheads flock to Clarkson's Diddly Squat farm shop on Bank Holiday Monday Jack Dorsey says Elon Musk is NOT the best person to run Twitter and claims it 'all went south' for the 'Woke' Google bosses ban staff from using terms including 'man hours', 'you guys', 'blacklist' and 'chubby' Police fraud investigation into SNP 'probing whereabouts of 400,000 bequeathed in people's wills'. Zammo became hooked on heroin in arguably the biggest storyline on the school drama. Gwyneth said: "I loved the Spanish holiday edition - it's my all-time favourite. Gwyneth was born in London to English/ Welsh parents who both worked for the BBC, - her father, Colin directed 'The Old Grey Whistle Test' and 'Late Night Line Up'- weren't keen on her becoming an actress. Only Fools and Horses Christmas Specials 1996 - BBC TV star who is married to Only Fools and Horses legend Gwyneth Strong Roy Heather had a small role in the show as caf owner Sid, but he was still a fan favourite. The Lancashire-born actress began her acting career in 1969 after originally training to be a teacher at Goldsmith's College in London. Only Fools and Horses S1 - Comedy | BritBox The ladies discuss their first scenes and how scary it was for them to join the cast.From series 22, broadcast on 14/11/2018Like, follow and subscribe to Loose Women!Website: http://bit.ly/1EDGFp5YouTube: http://bit.ly/1C7hxMyFacebook: http://on.fb.me/1KXmWdcTwitter: http://bit.ly/1Bxfxtshttp://www.itv.comhttp://www.stv.tv The 12 - our free newsletter with all the news you need.