In my opinion, he was the best comedy actor that Britain has ever produced. From an era of immense talent like, The Pythons, Morecambe and Wise, Les Dawson, Michael Crawford, The Goons and his comedy partner Mr Corbett to name but a few. To be able to mix it with that lot is immense and to be able to effortlessly deliver a wide variety of humorous characters was his genius. May God rest his soul.
@carolegeorgina6114
Жыл бұрын
Definitely
@IGKMrNice1973
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree guy's 😂👍
@sharonfirminger3667
Жыл бұрын
The Best!!!!
@malcolmhobbs4656
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree with you
@ianswan1283
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@denisemckendry9489
Жыл бұрын
My absolute comedy idol, he was a genius. The incomparable Arkwright & Fletcher among many, was testimony to Ronnie Barker's sheer brilliance.
@Maggie-ci7kh
Жыл бұрын
Absolute Legend
@thomasoloughlin9075
Жыл бұрын
A golden age of British comedy a legend.
@malcolmhobbs4656
Жыл бұрын
One of the very best comedians 4ever and ever
@lreneheslop7175
Жыл бұрын
Lovely man so funny in open all hours . We will never have such a goood funny man
@125fluff
8 ай бұрын
Strange there was no mention of his OBE
@patriciahall2223
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie Barker was an incredibly talented gentleman , a Legend indeed . I still sit at night & watch Porridge & the Two Ronnies "Four Candles" "Mastermind" some of my favourites ...... Thank You so much for this beautiful respectful tribute , God Bless Ronnie Barker always .....Peace be Still ....
@sandykenuk
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant man, probably the best writer we have ever known.
@andrewmorton3177
Жыл бұрын
I literally showed my 2 kids the Phantom Raspberry blower, Four Candles & mispronunciation sketches off KZitem last week! 🤣 What an absolute talent he was, along with Ronnie Corbett 😢 RIP
@Karin-
Жыл бұрын
Fabulous comedian and actor. Sadly, taken too soon and will always be missed. Four Candles R.I.P 🙂
@dronedays450
7 ай бұрын
Man was a comic genius everything he did was brilliant
@GaryHoltonFan
Жыл бұрын
I loved Ronnie Barker in Porridge and Open All Hour's and The Two Ronnie's
@adammcdermott2667
Жыл бұрын
Regardless of whether Princess Diana is buried here this video is fascinating, great job
@Adam-fx1pn
Жыл бұрын
Always watch the porridge films at Christmas 🎄
@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns
Жыл бұрын
I’ve never watched porridge mate is it good?
@Adam-fx1pn
Жыл бұрын
@@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns yes
@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns
Жыл бұрын
@@Adam-fx1pn ahh ok I’ll check it out thanks mate. Are you new to Paul’s channel then?
@Charlibr0wn
Жыл бұрын
The outside filming of Porridge was done at HMP Chelmsford where I once served tea and biscuits to interviewees for prison officers job
@dominiquelydon118
Жыл бұрын
Love the Ronniesx
@JenniferAdair-lj7ic
4 ай бұрын
MY PAY WAS 4 POUNDS INLATE 50 AND EARLY 60 THANK U PAUL
@wayneflower9127
Жыл бұрын
Hi Paul another great tribute to a great man just wondering if you could do another one of my comedy hero in Bobby ball thanks its wayne we spoke the other day regarding the graves you would like to do a programme on keep up the good work
@stevelewis2378
Жыл бұрын
I always remember him as Able Seaman (Fatso) Johnson, amongst other characters in the Navy Lark.
@trentsteele1986
Жыл бұрын
I lived on the road where he was born in Bedford for a bit
@marktallentire3464
Жыл бұрын
Please could you find Ronnie Corbett and Morecambe and Wise? Thank you 😊
@briboy2009
Жыл бұрын
I was working as a prison officer at Chelmsford Prison when In 1978 we had a very serious fire that resulted in the prison being closed down for 2 years for refurbishment. It was during these 2 years that Witzend Productions descended on us to make 'Porridge the Movie.' We all got to meet the actors which of course included the lovely Ronnie Barker. The man was a gentleman of the first order, believe it or not, he was somewhat shy off-camera. He was the consummate professional and would go back to the hotel he was staying at and study his lines ready for the next day. Witzend productions arranged a meet and greet for all the friends and families of the prison staff with Ronnie heading it up at the prison. It was a most memorable day and Ronnie was so friendly and accommodating throughout. You could say his genius was backed up by all the hard work he put into it. Yes, indeed he was truly a lovely human being.
@margaretchurchill5775
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie was a legend, one of the very best, he will never be forgotten.
@eileenbell8965
Жыл бұрын
Sadly in a hundred years we’ll all be forgotten! 😊
@gingerninjawhinger9986
Жыл бұрын
Anything Ronnie Barker did was a guaranteed laugh from start to finish! I loved watching The Two Ronnies with their serialised sketches, such as "The Phantom Raspberry Blower" and "The Worm that turned". Ronnie was a fantastic wordsmith, and this could be seen in The Two Ronnies' musical sketches and, of course, the skit "Four Candles". What a real pleasure to watch this comedic genius! RIP Ronnie and thank you for the many laughs. 🕯
@thebard9786
Жыл бұрын
As a huge fan of Open All Hours, I felt I couldn't pass this one up without commenting. Ronnie Barker as Arkwright was indeed a comedy genius. His timing and acting was the dynamics behind this iconic series... and here we are, to this day, still watching him with awe. Thanks for such a great vid, Paul. 👍
@TallysVids
Жыл бұрын
I have them all on DVD, and despite watching Open All Hours countless times, I still end up in fits of laughter when I rewatch them. That's the true sign of a well written and well acted comedy.
@thebard9786
Жыл бұрын
@@TallysVids 👍👍
@mrsgenehunt48
Жыл бұрын
Don't you go Hugo, I'll go 😂🤭
@TS-bn7zt
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie Barker, a true genius of comedy. Legend.❤️
@andrewmiller6344
Жыл бұрын
Such pure class every thing he did from porridge, two ronnies ,open all hours , love the 4 candles sketch ,like to see where ronnie corbett is?
@TS-bn7zt
Жыл бұрын
@@andrewmiller6344 👍
@GaryTBuffalo24
Жыл бұрын
I love the Two Ronnies...they were one of the best British comedy teams.
@TJ_Beam
Жыл бұрын
They were the best 😊❤
@stevebacon1026
Жыл бұрын
Looking foward to your comments on this one . He was one of the best.👍 . Have you ever thought of taking a look at the grave of paula yates?
@Wscb80
Жыл бұрын
Loved “Norman Stanley Fletcher” another great video Paul
@wendykelly8551
Жыл бұрын
Always remember when Richard Beckinsale died and he spoke of his passing, he was literally literally heart-broken his grief was deep....then he had the issues with his son , his son didn't go to his funeral as he was at that time wanted by the police........ porridge was brilliant.. xx
@markheywood5626
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie wrote lots of stuff under different names for many TV shows and comedians. He was a total genius and let’s not forget those who stared along side him. The entire cast of porridge was flawless and probably the greatest cast of comedy actors ever gathered together.
@scooby1992
Жыл бұрын
I agree and I think he actually helped the early career of David Jason not only starring with him in Open All Hours , but casting him as Blanco , the old bloke in Porridge .
@peterarmstrong3298
Жыл бұрын
Can't believe it's been 17 years. Such a legend and much missed.
@sharonfirminger3667
Жыл бұрын
Unbelievably dead for 17 years, the Great Ronnie Barker!!!!
@animalsplayground2023
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie Barker was quite possibly the funniest man to ever walk this planet. An absolute comedy genius. If only he'd made more Porridge episodes. I absolutely love it. Real shame we had to lose him. God bless him 🙏❤️
@margaretbuckley9309
Жыл бұрын
AH JUST LOVED THE 2 RONNIES LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS PAUL🥀
@geoffpoole483
Жыл бұрын
Some of these videos are sad to watch but I had a smile on my face at the end of this one. His acting and writing was of a consistently high standard. I wasn't aware Porridge ran for such a short time.That was a bold decision by the BBC to produce a sitcom set in a prison. Most of the Porridge cast are no longer with us such as Fulton Mackay and Richard Beckinsale who died far too young.
@scooby1992
Жыл бұрын
True . Brian Wilde who played Mr.Barraclough and was also in Last of the Summer Wine died a few years back as did Sam Kelly of Allo Allo fame and who played Bunny Warren . I think out of the main characters there is only really Christopher Biggins , Tony Osaba and David Jason left .
@oddsandwindsocks5905
Жыл бұрын
Another legend tomorrow night ,thankyou Paul
@NickyDunn
Жыл бұрын
Another legend. Look forward to watching this. Have a great week.
@dennisfieldhouse2234
Жыл бұрын
Thanks again for another great show.there ain't no other words to describe Ronnie barker than a comic genius who bought so much laughter into our lives.a laughter which will live on forevermore r.i.p Ronnie barker
@martinconnors5195
Жыл бұрын
He was a comedy genius. One of the greatest of all Comedy Duo's of all time. Fork Handles is an absolute Gold. Most funniest comedy skit of time
@annemccrystal5384
Жыл бұрын
A genius a legend a funny funny man loads of belly laughs wen ronnie was on tv thanks paul as always you did it perfect 👍🙌👍👌👌🏅🏅
@shaye6598
Жыл бұрын
Awww love this one Paul. So nice to see fresh flowers there. I loved Ronnie Barker - four candles or Fork handles 😂 Charlie Farley and Piggy Malone the two detectives. Open all hours he was brilliant. I love Porridge as well. He was such a talented man. Sadly missed ❤
@alisoncap8847
Жыл бұрын
He he absolutely brilliant, no other words can describe him 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@kayevans2964
Жыл бұрын
Not only was he a brilliant comedy genius and writer (he secretly wrote under the name Gerald Wiley) but he was a superb straight actor too. He played Winston Churchill's butler (to Albert Finney's Churchill) and was incredible. He was pure genius regardless of what he did!
@tigertim2959
Жыл бұрын
ronnie barker is a true comedy legend another great choice again paul
@djpriddin6211
Жыл бұрын
Great creations by Ronnie Barker over the years. Wonderful memories of a great comedic genius.
@ellesee7079
Жыл бұрын
Awh, that man is responsible for bringing some of the most joyous moments and biggest laughs to so many people. RIP to the genius that is Ronnie Barker.
@kayevans2964
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely adored Ronnie Barker. This will break my heart 😔
@mrsgenehunt48
Жыл бұрын
The Master
@welshdragoness6667
Жыл бұрын
Comic genius the four candles sketch has me in stitches every time I see it. I still love watching re runs of Open All, Hours and Porridge he was such a versatile actor.RIP Ronnie.♥
@alangoulding4252
Жыл бұрын
Another excellent video Paul, to this day I am still watching Ronnie and he never fails to make us laugh. Was nice to see the fresh flowers and to know someone visits him regularly..well done. RIP Ronnie....
@TJ_Beam
Жыл бұрын
Yes!!! Been waiting for this one!
@JammyGit
Жыл бұрын
The Phantom Raspberry Blower and The Worm That Turned are my favourite Two Ronnies serial sketches, I loved watching the Two Ronnies as a kid 👍
@andrewbarrett2685
Жыл бұрын
Nobody today can hold a candle to him he was the best and still is the best.
@scooby1992
Жыл бұрын
They cant hold 4 candles to him either .
@AdamForeman
Жыл бұрын
When I was a little boy, The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town was one of my all time favourite mini stories in the show. I can remember clearly giggling my head off. Pure comedic genius, writer and performer that sadly we don't see on TV anymore. All we have is crappy reality TV shows.
@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree mate Ronnie was fantastic. It’s just all crap on tv now.
@scooby1992
Жыл бұрын
Happy memories growing up in the late 70s and early 80s I used to love The Two Ronnies on a Saturday night . Ronnie Corbett's rambling in that massive chair ( or it looked too big for Ronnie C ) before finally getting to the punch line , the comedy musical numbers , the sketches such as when they played village idiots leaning on a gate with a piece of straw in their mouths , The special guests which always seemed to be either Elaine Paige or Barbara Dickson and of course the mini series like The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town ( written by Spike Milligan I believe and he also provided the raspberry sound ) , The Worm that Turned with Diana Dors and Charlie Farley and Piggy Malone .And dont let me get started on Porridge , what a great programme and film !
@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns
Жыл бұрын
@@scooby1992 wow you really know your stuff Scooby1 I have never watched the two ronnies I will get round to watching them at some point. I love the way you talk about the 70s and 80s it’s sounds like a great life I wish I’d of grown up then I was born in 1986 I’m 36 now but my life isn’t good. Your life sounds brilliant were you are from i may visit you one day 🤣🤣🤣 take care.
@scooby1992
Жыл бұрын
@@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns I am full of useless information . I did love the Two Ronnies .
@David_Mc_Our_God_Reigns
Жыл бұрын
@@scooby1992 no your not your really clever.
@captainredtie6055
Жыл бұрын
I used to go to a private dentist in Rickmansworth where Ronnie Barker was also a patient. He didn't live locally but travelled the extra distance because he was a friend of the dentist in question. He once showed me his patient book in which Ronnie Barker had written: "I only come here for a laugh!". Never had the privilege of sharing a waiting room with the great man, but was nice to know we had a shared interest in oral health!! 😁
@takedashingen2834
Жыл бұрын
What a legend. There was no one else like him and never will be, judging by the standards of what's supposidly classed as talent of today.😥
@suetodd1725
Жыл бұрын
Pure genius,a fabulous comedy actor,no one to beat him in today's world,loved him in everything he was in, porridge, open all hours, Clarence,and the two Ronnie's,never be another Ronnie barker,RIP Ronnie,forever missed,thank you Paul, respect shown as usual,stay safe xxxx also a great comedy writer ❤️
@Pauls_Archive
Жыл бұрын
Hi Paul - lovely video. I’m a huge Ronnie B fan, possibly my all time favourite comedy actor - loved The Two Ronnies , Porridge, Open All Hours etc - absolutely amazing! Many thanks for the video All the best!
@johnrider5701
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ronnie for all the laughter and joy you gave to millions of people over the years. Rest in peace old friend.
@rogerchesson176
Жыл бұрын
The Four Candles sketch one of the funniest comedy sketches ever. I watch it frequently and it still makes me laugh.
@ttintagel
3 ай бұрын
I got more than a little misty- eyed when I first read that both he and Ronnie Corbett had four candles on the altar instead of the usual two at their funerals.
@alisonjordan
Жыл бұрын
Hello 👋 Paul. Thank you for another interesting and respectful video 📹 I loved the “Two Ronnie.” My favourite sketch was the Phantom Raspberry Blower. I still laughed out loud, when it was repeated, years later on the”Two Ronnies: Sketchbook.” Ronnie Barker was not only a Comedy 🎭 Legend, he was a fine Actor. He appeared in the wonderful film 🎞 drama: “The Gathering Storm” as the butler to Winston Churchill, played by Albert Finney. He also starred along side Maggie Smith in the film “My House in Umbria.” Although the storyline is sad. A nice tribute to a legend, who should be remembered for a very long time to come.📺🎞
@TeresaA54
Жыл бұрын
Another great and very talented man gone, but not forgotten. Ronnie Barker was my favourite growing up. The Two Ronnies was never missed in our house. Porridge was absolutely brilliant. Open All Hours was my personal fave. Thanks for another great video Paul, very interesting to hear about his life.
@maverick4177
Жыл бұрын
An absolute Legend of British comedy, Porridge still stands up today as a comedy masterpiece, as does OAH and the 2 Ronnies sketches McKay “Here here here” Fletcher “ Oh that’s Mr McKay he does bird impressions” 😂😂😂
@laurainejones673
Жыл бұрын
Was amazing. Tele isn't the same these days. All these " reality" celebrities. Lol. They can't hold a candle to the likes of Ronnie. Loved him as Arkwright in Open all Hours. What a funny show that was. They don't come much funnier than him with David Jason. Informative and sensitively covered as usual Paul.
@williambailey344
Жыл бұрын
The lawn mower was almost a sound of a raspberry 😂🤣. In the Seven of one Ronnie Barker played Oliver Hardy and Stan Laurel was played by another talented man Roy Castle. Both were big fans of Laurel and Hardy and did them really well. Roy Castle would be a good grave to find, thanks again Paul for a great video.
@TheJacey
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul for another excellent video. What a brilliant writer, actor and comedian. ❤Sadly we’ll never see such a multi talented entertainer again!
@smithywick
Жыл бұрын
Another great video as always 🙏 wat an absolute legend Ronnie Barker was, extremely funny and equally as talented wonderful actor 🙏💙🙏
@stevebacon1026
Жыл бұрын
Well done paul , a very interesting indeed. Ronnie barker put constant smile on everyones face. As with a lot of our older comedians , they are dissapearing quickly☹️. You cant beat the humor of those people. Well done. Take care . Regards , steve.👍
@davelane6176
Жыл бұрын
looking forward to this one , he was the master of comedy, you should have looked for his grave in the dark, then you could have used 4 candles to find it ,( sorry could not resist)
@UnusualThings1
Жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂
@simonhives2592
Жыл бұрын
Such an amazing actor and icon of British TV. Absolutely agree The Two Ronnie's, Porridge and Open All Hours are some of the finest TV creations of all time. RIP Ronnie Barker and thanks for the memories. ⛪🙏
@barryjacobs8524
6 ай бұрын
Thankyou Paul. A lovely video of Ronnie Barker. It makes me extremely sad after you say Thankyou and walk away leaving a great man there behind you. He has gone but the laughter keeps going. 😢
@50sRockChick
Жыл бұрын
I loved Ronnie Barker, in two of the best comedy shows on tv and a great double act with Ronnie Corbett. Lovely respectful video as always Paul. Also well done on your run at the weekend. X
@waynegreen9157
Жыл бұрын
Barker was born to do comedy his timing and delivery was perfect best comedian Britain produced along with Corbett brilliant 🤣🤣😂😂😂
@judegwilliam4761
Жыл бұрын
Loved him and the wonderful Richard Beckinsale in Porridge…. Comedy gold
@emmaransford
Жыл бұрын
I'm overjoyed your doing Ronnie Barker. A legend of a performer. We will never see another Ronnie Barker ❤ I have a boxset of Porridge, Open All House. The Two Ronnie's volume 1 and 2
@darrenhyde2481
Жыл бұрын
Quality as always Paul, RIP the guvnor....On the buses actor's soon mate😁
@markbumford8076
Жыл бұрын
What an incredible comedy genius our dear Ronnie was. He was so gifted and I still look in awe when I watch his tongue and mind twisters like the mis-pronouciation club! What a piece of comedic genius that was! Thank you Paul for sharing this with such respect and humility
@eredison8584
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie Barker was an amazing comedy actor.A one off.We saw the two ronnies at the London Palladium in the eighties......superb.In fact we saw them both get into the back of a red jaguar xjs.We had bought a programme that night but it didn't cross our minds to ask for their autographs.
@davidharley6396
Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this immensely… seeing The Phantom Raspberry Blower …after so long, brought a smile to my face! British comedy at its best…he was a genius! Thanks for this video…loved seeing where Ronnie is resting ! May I ask have you done a similar video of Ronnie Corbett resting place please? Thank you!
@anthonyellis987
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie deserved the title of the 'Guvnor' which he passed onto David Jason when he retired. He was a genius writer and comic. RIP Gerald Wiley. It's a goodnight from him...
@ilanarhian
Жыл бұрын
My Danish penpal accidentally went to the public memorial service for him! she was visiting London and happened to go to I guess it was Westminster Abbey (I think it was there), and found this was going on. She didn't know who he was but stuck around a bit and listened to the stuff about him and afterwards found out more about him.
@wendymudkins8208
Жыл бұрын
I loved the two Ronnie's and porridge I still watch porridge when ever it's on tv the two Ronnie's were on when I was a child the phantom raspberry blower scared my youngest sister silly great to see where he's at rest thank you for showing us
@melaniebrooks6071
Жыл бұрын
He was an absolute legend! Thank you for this. I do feel there should have been four candles there, or a fork handle or something. 😀
@Mackeson3
Жыл бұрын
A lot of the sketches for The Two Ronnies were actually written by Ronnie Barker himself using the pen name "Gerald Wiley" .
@gailsalama
Жыл бұрын
Always remember the catchphrase it’s good night from me and it’s goodnight from him….. not forgetting the fantom raspberry blower , always stuck in my head for years, used to watch the 2 Ronnie when I was younger 😊
@gordontaylor5373
Жыл бұрын
What a great vid Paul. You are a super guy! Do you think you could do Ronnie Corbett's grave sometime? Cheers mate.
@paulsilson2148
Жыл бұрын
That was a great memory, I remember the sketch when the 2 Ronnie's we're detectives on a train. One was named done. And Ronnie barker was looking for corbit who was playing detective Done. Corbit was on the bog on the train, and barker asked , Are you done, through the bog door. Hilarious.
@clare5805
6 ай бұрын
Even at my generation I loved Ronnie Barker. I love watching porridge.
@andywright3450
Жыл бұрын
Comic genuis mate that's it ..... Request please can you video Ronnie lanes grave please he buried in a London cemetery he was in small faces ...I am massive fan of the band Paul be wonderful if you can video it please it will make my day thanku stay safe cam you let me know if you do please cheers 😊😊😊😊💯💯
@nightdancerslater808
5 ай бұрын
you said phantom raspberry blower, all of a sudden i swear that grass cutter sounded like ronnie blowing you one from beyond the grave. so apt
@martindunstan8043
Жыл бұрын
Another legend covered by this amazing channel, always respectful and informative, excellent. 👍✌️
@baz8405
Жыл бұрын
Barker was pure genius , true legend, will never be forgotten, Porridge = Classic comedy I believe, Barker used to run an Antique shop in Chipping Norton
@dianegates3162
Жыл бұрын
I attended a taping (I was in the audience) of The 2 Ronnies in London in around 1981 when I was about 11, it was fabulous, so lucky to see how it was made.
@raye402
Жыл бұрын
Hi Paul What a great Performer. After the Porridge series he made “Going Straight “ - I have the book and the single of the same name - Really was the Golden Age of British comedy RIP. Ronnie !
@judycasemore2168
Жыл бұрын
Unusual Things love your dedication to those wonderful actors. look forward to more.
@janemarlow
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant loved the two Ronnie's thanks again Paul for a great video ❤
@YorkshireNutte
Жыл бұрын
Spotted a grave for Hugh Ballantyne at 3:35. I was relieved to find out it wasn't the grave of the Director with the same name!
@scorpiochris3635
Жыл бұрын
Can't believe how many comedy legends have passed away now "four candles" what a work of genius
@hancecrawford
Жыл бұрын
Paul Ronnie Barker corner shop Open all hours along with David Jason
@tayeebhussain5014
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie was a very highly regarded comedian, one of my absolute favourites.
@myalfie
Жыл бұрын
A true comedy genius!
@MickNolan-ms5rw
Жыл бұрын
Have you looked for Victoria woods Resting Place ?
@UnusualThings1
Жыл бұрын
No not yet……
@EssexSilvering
Жыл бұрын
Ronnie Barker was a legend!! I still watch Porridge and Going Straight with a very young Nicholas Lyndhurst, Ronnie wrote all the scripts for 2 Ronnies, Porridge and just about everything else, so it just goes to show how clever and funny he was ... R.I.P Ronnie you'll never be forgotten!
@martinpawley647
Жыл бұрын
I haven't watched it yet, but I certainly will. Ronnie was such a funny man and had me rolling about with laughter. They just don't make them like that anymore. Cheers Paul.
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