John Challis
- English
- Actor
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Rapper Ice T pays tribute to John Challis
One unexpected star to remember the late actor was American rapper Ice T, who had become "Twitter friends" with Challis over the years.
Annabel Nugent, The Independent, 20th September 2021John Challis obituary
Actor who enjoyed huge popularity in the role of Boycie in the BBC's long-running sitcom Only Fools And Horses.
Toby Hadoke, The Guardian, 20th September 2021Only Fools And Horses star John Challis dies aged 79
Actor and Only Fools And Horses icon John Challis has died at the age of 79.
British Comedy Guide, 19th September 2021Boycie: how the great comedy character was born
As Only Fools And Horses' smarmy businessman Boycie, John Challis played one of the most memorable characters in one of the most memorable British TV shows of all time - not to mention having one of the most memorable (if irritating) laughs.
Ian Youngs, BBC, 19th September 2021Mark Lawson on John Challis
Star of Only Fools And Horses became part of sitcom aristocracy and was also a classy raconteur.
Mark Lawson, The Guardian, 19th September 2021John Challis cancels tour after secret health battle
Only Fools And Horses favourite John Challis has cancelled a speaking tour due to ill health. The TV star, 79, had started his 30-date spoken word tour, but was told to stop after completing just one date.
Stephen Moyes & Sarah Grealish, The Sun, 6th September 2021John Challis given honorary citizenship of Serbia
Only Fools And Horses star John Challis has been granted honorary citizenship in Serbia for his portrayal of Boycie in the much-loved British comedy series.
Laurence Dollimore, Daily Mail, 5th September 2021John Challis slams 'cynical' new TV comedies
Only Fools And Horses star John Challis has blasted new TV comedies, insisting they're just not funny. The actor, who played used car salesman Boycie in Fools, reckons the schedules are crying out for a good old-fashioned sitcom. But he says the broadcasters keep commissioning panel shows instead or cringe-inducing Office-style comedies.
Mark Jefferies, The Mirror, 7th April 2021Challis: OFAH 40th anniversary will be snubbed by BBC
Only Fools And Horses legend John Challis, who played car dealer Boycie, says the BBC has made no plans to mark the sitcom's 40th anniversary later this year. The iconic show hits the milestone in September.
Andy Halls, The Sun, 17th March 2021Only Fools And Horses stamps to be released by Royal Mail
Royal Mail is to release a set of 12 stamps to mark the 40th anniversary year of Only Fools And Horses.
British Comedy Guide, 2nd February 2021