About the Author

David Ismay first met Bob Monkhouse nearly forty years ago. A close friend, he was encouraged in his career as a 'warm-up' by Bob and their families holidayed together. During the last months of his life, Dave was continually by Bob's side. Entertainer, producer and author Chris Gidney has written over 17 books, many of which have been celebrity-based, including Celebrating Secombe with Harry Secombe and Under No Illusions with Paul Daniels.

Reviews

'Provides plenty of laughs as well as a personal insight into the comic genius' Lancashire Evening Post 20101023