The South Salutes Benny Hill
- Radio documentary
- BBC Local Radio
- 2012
- 1 episode
One off programme on BBC Radio Solent celebrating the life of Benny Hill, twenty years after his death. Features Richard Latto and Benny Hill.
Key details
- Genre
- Documentary
- Broadcast
- 2012
- Channel
- BBC Local Radio
- Episodes
- 1
- Features
- Richard Latto and Benny Hill
- Company
Twenty years after his death, BBC Radio Solent celebrates Benny Hill, the comedian from Eastleigh whose programmes are still being shown around the world today.
Richard Latto presents the story of the man who went from stacking shelves in Leigh Road's Woolworths, to making comedy shows enjoyed by the likes of Charlie Chaplin, Michael Jackson and millions of viewers across the globe.
Richard hears stories from Benny's personal friends and show-business colleagues, who have fond memories of the man who put a smile on so many faces.
Additional details
- Production
- Studio
Broadcast details
- First broadcast
- Friday 20th April 2012 at 8pm on BBC Local Radio
- Episode length
- 1 hour