John Howard
- Actor
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John Howard Davies obituary
A child star as Oliver Twist, he became a key figure in epoch-making TV comedy.
Matthew Sweet, The Guardian, 25th August 2011RIP John Howard Davies - thanks for lifetime of smiles
There are only a handful of individuals that any one of us crosses paths with, either directly or indirectly, who have an impact on so many lives. John Howard Davies was one such individual.
Bill Young, Tellyspotting, 24th August 2011Video: Fawlty Towers producer John Howard Davies dies
John Howard Davies, who produced a string of comedy classics including Fawlty Towers and The Good Life, has died aged 72, his agent has confirmed.
Davies was head of comedy at the BBC from 1977 to 1982, launching classic shows such as Only Fools and Horses, Yes Minister and Allo, Allo!
The son of a comedy writer, he found fame as a child actor, making his debut as David Lean's Oliver Twist in 1948.
Will Gompertz, BBC News, 23rd August 2011Fawlty Towers director John Howard Davies dies
John Howard Davies, the comedy producer and director responsible for shows such as Fawlty Towers, The Good Life and Mr. Bean, has died.
British Comedy Guide, 23rd August 2011