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Shooters Hill Grammar School. Occupations. Actor. comedian. Years active. 1946–1992. Partner. Dennis Heymer (1958–1992) Francis Alick Howard OBE (6 March 1917 – 19 April 1992), [1] better known by his stage-name Frankie Howerd, was an English actor and comedian.
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Frankie Howerd was a British comedian, actor, and writer who starred in Up Pompeii, The Ladykillers, and The House in Nightmare Park. He suffered from stage fright, depression, and a nervous breakdown, but received the OBE in 1977 and wrote an autobiography.
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- York, England, UK
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- London, England, UK
Learn about the life and career of Frankie Howerd, a popular British comedian who suffered from stage fright and stammering. Find out his film, TV, and theatre credits, awards, trivia, and quotes.
- March 6, 1917
- April 19, 1992
Jun 12, 2022 · How the British comedian tried to revive his career in Australia and Canada after failing in the US. Learn about his shows, his reception and his challenges in foreign markets.
Learn about Frankie Howerd, a pioneer of British comedy who changed the face and interpretation of humour in the UK. Find out his biography, career, and why he is a totemic figure in popular culture.
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Apr 1, 2008 · A comedy drama starring David Walliams as Frankie Howerd, the iconic British comedian who struggled with his sexuality and depression. Based on the book by his partner Dennis Heymer, the play explores Howerd's life and career with humour and poignancy.
Francis Alick Howard, known as Frankie Howerd OBE (6 March 1917 - 19 April 1992) was a British comedian and comedy actor. He was born in York, North Riding of Yorkshire. He starred in several movies, including Carry On Doctor and Carry On Up the Jungle.
