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Mum was Morecambe & Wise's engine room, says son

Eric Morecambe's widow was the "engine room" of the famous comedy double act Morecambe and Wise, her son has said in a loving tribute to his mother.

BBC, 31st March 2024

Eric Morecambe's widow Joan dies aged 97 - 40 years after husband

Eric Morecambe's widow Joan has died "peacefully" on her 97th birthday following a short illness, her family has announced.

BBC, 27th March 2024

Extract: Sunshine And Laughter by Louis Barfe

An extract from Barfe's biography of Morecambe and Wise. This passage talks about their wives Doreen Blythe and Joan Bartlett, who didn't like each other.

Louis Barfe, Mail on Sunday, 4th July 2021

New Morecambe & Wise documentary series for ITV3

ITV3 will broadcast Morecambe & Wise Forever, a new two-part documentary which will include recently found photos of the famous double act.

British Comedy Guide, 16th March 2017

Eric Morecambe's widow burgled as she unveils statue

Burglars struck while Eric Morecambe's widow was unveiling a new statue paying tribute to her husband and his sidekick...

Blackpool Gazette, 17th October 2016

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