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Arthur Bowden Askey, CBE (6 June 1900 – 16 November 1982) was an English comedian and actor. Askey was known for his short stature (5' 2", 1.58 m) and distinctive horn-rimmed glasses, and his playful humour incorporating improvisation and catchphrases including "Hello playmates!", "I thank you" (pronounced "Ay-thang-yaw") and "Before your ...
Learn about the life and career of Arthur Askey, a British comedian who starred in films, TV shows and music halls. Find out his catch phrases, awards, family and trivia.
- June 6, 1900
- November 16, 1982
Arthur Askey (1900-1982) was a popular music hall performer, film star and TV personality in England. He was known for his catchphrase "Hello, playmates", his songs and his roles in Band Waggon (1940) and The Love Match (1955).
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- Liverpool, England, UK
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- London, England, UK
Feb 16, 2024 · Fri 16 Feb 2024 13.19 EST. Last modified on Fri 16 Feb 2024 13.23 EST. The film that Yvonne Whalley remembers, starring Arthur Askey as the BBC’s operator of the pips ( Letters, 9 February ),...
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Learn about Arthur Askey, a comedian and actor who performed on BBC in the 1930s and 1940s. Find his biography, credits, catchphrases and more on this web page.
