The World Was His Lobster - George Cole - An Actor's Life

Please join me in this video, The World Was His Lobster - George Cole - An Actor's Life.
George Cole was a prolific film actor and an established television legend - so deeply ensconced in the character he brought to life that even I think of George Cole as Arthur Daley before I correct myself and remember what a truly magnificent actor George Cole was, long before Arthur Daley in Minder made an appearance on our television screens!
It is incredible how different George Cole was from the character he inhabited for fifteen years and beyond, as everyone that watched Minder and even those that didn’t know Arthur Daley the dodgy businessman, used car salesman - self-proclaimed entrepreneur - dishonest, shifty, and cowardly! George Cole had none of those traits - he was loved by everyone who worked with him and enjoyed nothing more than being with his family and friends, and doing the Times crossword!
George Cole began his acting career at the age of fourteen under the supervision and guidance of one of the country’s most applauded actors - who took him into his home at the age of fourteen - their friendship was sealed and George Cole would eventually buy the house next door to his mentor and live there for seventy years!
George Cole was cremated at Reading Crematorium in Berkshire, but his final resting place is unknown - please join me as I bring flowers and find a peaceful place to lay them as we remember the brilliant, fascinating life of an iconic actor who gave us so much pleasure on film, television, stage, and radio over the years.
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I do my best to respond to all comments but it can take a bit of time - so thank you in advance for your patience! If you are interested in reading more about the amazing George Cole I can thoroughly recommend his autobiography:
‘My Autobiography - George Cole - The World Was My Lobster’ with Bryan Hawkins.
Published by John Blake Publishing 2013 and available online from the usual second-hand booksellers - I'm not sponsored or affiliated - recommendations are my own opinions.
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  • @vimtocrazy739
    @vimtocrazy739 Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely man .Genius of an actor. The real Del Boy . What a double act with Dennis Waterman .

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree! He worked so well with Dennis and it’s so lovely that they remained such good friends ❤

  • @Ecthaelyon

    @Ecthaelyon

    9 ай бұрын

    Well said! Absolutely.

  • @ralphhardie7492
    @ralphhardie7492Ай бұрын

    Great thanks 💯 Delightful and heartbreaking A wonderful life I've been a fan since I was wee. I still am. Thanks George 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @stephenbooth5929
    @stephenbooth5929Ай бұрын

    I'll never forget "her indoors".

  • @richardpeddie2060
    @richardpeddie20609 ай бұрын

    George was a great actor and mentored by one of The Greats, Alistair Sim

  • @kwd3109
    @kwd3109Ай бұрын

    As an American growing up in the 1960s, I only knew of George Cole from two black and white films, Scrooge and Morning Departure but from just those two movies I could tell he was an excellent actor. I had no idea he had such a prolific career in Britain and I'm glad he did. Cole had a genuine charisma about him that came across on screen making him instantly likable. You really do this remarkable man justice in your video.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! It's incredible how George Cole's talent could shine through even across continents and decades. His genuine charisma and undeniable skill truly made him a standout performer. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed learning more about his remarkable career through the video. He certainly left his mark on British entertainment, and it's a privilege to celebrate his legacy. Thank you for watching the video! xxxx

  • @ronaldyardley8965
    @ronaldyardley8965 Жыл бұрын

    Still Watching Minder Repeats, George Cole and Dennis Waterman..So Funny And Brilliant!.. 😁

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    They are so watchable!!! They’ve certainly stood the test of time ❤️

  • @stephenchecksfield632

    @stephenchecksfield632

    Ай бұрын

    Beautiful tribute to the late George Cole such an amazing iconic actor from the part he played in Scrooge to the portrayal of Flash Harry in the St Trinian's movies and latterly the part of Arthur Daley alongside Dennis Waterman in Minder a programme that even to this day I still enjoy viewing he was such a iconic actor and character actor and off screen apparently by all accounts such a genuine approachable gentleman too may you Rest in peace George Cole 🕊️🕊️

  • @sputumtube
    @sputumtubeАй бұрын

    Absolutely wonderful documentary. I smiled all the way through. Thanks for posting.

  • @jujulionesselsa1416
    @jujulionesselsa1416 Жыл бұрын

    Awwww George Edward Cole I absolutely love him. "Our Arfur" He brought so much happiness and joy to my life. And yes I heard Alistair Simms took George in. St Trinians has Flash Harry a Cockney Spiv hahaha wonderful. And then 'Minder' It was amazing and magical. It is so lovely that George and Dennis remained good friends throughout. I miss them immensely. Thankfully these incredible legends have left so many memories with lots of irreplaceable footage. Dennis Waterman said he and George had the time of their lives in Minder ❤😊❤😊

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    He was such an icon! A brilliant actor and by all accounts of everyone that knew him - one of the nicest people you could wish to meet! Thank you so much for your lovely comment ❤❤❤

  • @heatherdowling317
    @heatherdowling317 Жыл бұрын

    Just watched George Cole in “Firebug” . Ooo it was so entertaining I was glued to it so thanks for the heads up . From the ‘proper coppers’ to George being filmed on his bike and scooter in front of a picture played behind him I enjoyed every minute 👍

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy you watched it and enjoyed it!!! I know Gideon may not be everyone’s cup of tea ☕️ lol but it’s definitely mine! My other absolute guilty pleasure is 🫣 Public Eye - with Alfred Burke - I’ve watched it more times than I can count! Or I should say not ‘it’ but the entire series 🤭 xxx

  • @maggieklara5884
    @maggieklara5884 Жыл бұрын

    A real gentleman to not talk about his divorce . What a loving father.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    I completely agree - it’s refreshing and dignified xx thank you for watching ❤️

  • @stephenalanmoore7278

    @stephenalanmoore7278

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre That's true. Unlike his character Arthur Daley in 'Minder', George himself was always a very moral man in real life. He was not just highly respected for his greatl acting abilities, but was also loved and adored by both his fellow actors and the public alike. Unfortunately, they don't make them like him anymore.

  • @roberthoy5324
    @roberthoy5324Ай бұрын

    Lots of lovely tributes to Arfur, and rightly so. Let's not forget her indoors...

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment! ‘Er indoors will never be forgotten 🤭 xxx thank you for watching x

  • @niv8880

    @niv8880

    Ай бұрын

    I often refer to her indoors as "her indoors", bless Arthur Daley (and George Cole) - classic and part of my early years.

  • @tundeosolake863
    @tundeosolake863Ай бұрын

    Great actor from my childhood. Thanks….👍👍

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video - thank you for watching! xxxx

  • @roxyhart222
    @roxyhart222Ай бұрын

    What an excellent show on a wonderful actor! Even though we didn't get to see "Minder" on this side of the Pond, George Cole still turned up in a number of Late Show Movies. Ever since I saw him as "Flash Harry" I followed his work. Thank you again for such a well-done tribute to an iconic actor!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your kind words! George Cole truly left a remarkable legacy in the world of entertainment, and I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tribute. "Minder" may not have made its way to your side of the Pond, but it's wonderful to hear that you still had the opportunity to appreciate his talent through his other roles, such as "Flash Harry." His versatility and charisma made him a beloved figure in the industry, and it's heartwarming to know that his work continues to resonate with audiences around the world. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and thank you so much for watching the video! xxxx

  • @roxyhart222

    @roxyhart222

    Ай бұрын

    Your channel is so well-balanced it is a joy to read! I love learning about my favorite British actors in such a pleasant, professional way! Carry on! 😊

  • @nickp117
    @nickp117 Жыл бұрын

    Well done for this storey of Georges life. I had the pleasure of working on Minder for the first 52 episodes, George and Dennis were absolutely wonderful and totally professional, they knew what all the crew did and why, and were helpful where they could be. I think it did become the Arthur Daley show eventually, as when we started, the first episode shot was "Bounty Hunter" and it wasn't seen as a comedy, although of course it developed into one, probably due to Georges delivery of the fabulous Leon Griffith's scripts, plus George and Dennis's ad-libs. Crew rumour had it that Lee Montague was considered for the part of Arthur, if he had done it the show would of course been very different. Four very happy years of my career.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh my blooming goodness this is WONDERFUL! Thank you so much for this interesting information and insight into Minder and George and Dennis! I’m over the moon to read this! It’s always such a thrill too when you hear such good things about people in film in TV etc that you grew up loving and admiring! What a fantastic job you had/have - how brilliant - I’m sure you have some treasured memories and great stories to tell!!! Thank you so very much for your comment! It’s exceedingly appreciated ❤️

  • @JJONNYREPP

    @JJONNYREPP

    9 ай бұрын

    The World Was His Lobster - George Cole - An Actor's Life 2222pm 28.8.23 so this burd is george cole's daughter or some such? cool... a funny one, this. i have only just recently watched minder.... as i consciously left it until later in life to view. an enjoyable show if that's worth anything? i first saw him in the obligatory christmas carol. a decent film.....anyone know why they used to film various segments of minder in rochdale?

  • @geoffboxell9301

    @geoffboxell9301

    9 ай бұрын

    @@JJONNYREPP Some of ot in Earlsfield (as were parts of The Sweeney). Very Near George's Tooting and Denis' Clapham..

  • @JJONNYREPP

    @JJONNYREPP

    9 ай бұрын

    @@geoffboxell9301 The World Was His Lobster - George Cole - An Actor's Life 1950pm 2.9.23 i aint well versed in london locales. i thought they proffered up a great deal of themselves with their character portrayals of arfur and tel.. i mean, i got the impression denis waterman was literally keen on the Fulham as well as Chelsea (when Fuham played away)... and the ad libbing seemed very much part and parcel of the irks of filming the show as opposed to genuine pissed offedness with one another... anyhow; other folks are well versed in minder lore. not so i. as i say, 5 years ago i had seen about one or two episodes. something for later in life, i felt... same with sweeney. other peoples' passions, y'see... so mournful and co passed me by...Dempsey and Makepeace? even that was left until later in life.... if you are creating these skits with a genuine passion for film and tv land... there' s mases of people to be covered. perhaps this is an off shoot of his nibs' jools london travels...?

  • @bokhans

    @bokhans

    Ай бұрын

    It always makes me very happy to hear that popular actors are also terrific individuals! ❤️☺️

  • @terrygibbs1147
    @terrygibbs11478 ай бұрын

    A fitting tribute.Thank you

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    8 ай бұрын

    My pleasure - thank you so much for watching! xx

  • @claudiojunior9618
    @claudiojunior96188 ай бұрын

    RIP Arthur. Thanks for the laughter 😄

  • @darrinmcneill534
    @darrinmcneill534Ай бұрын

    He was a genius I just loved him ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    I agree - absolutely loved him! xxxx

  • @giogio4833
    @giogio4833 Жыл бұрын

    Always loved George...Arthur Daley is just legendary

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Same here! Totally agree ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for watching xx

  • @jacquelineharrod6386
    @jacquelineharrod6386 Жыл бұрын

    O, l love George Cole Such a wonderful actor, especially as Arthur Daley. Thank you so much for this.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    He was brilliant!!! I agree ❤️ thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching xx

  • @spacebound1522
    @spacebound15229 ай бұрын

    Your videos really are in a league above other tribute channels. Your delivery is always fair and balanced, obviously well researched, and given with such care and compassion. The love of what you do really shines through in your videos!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    You've made my day! Thank you so much - and thank you for watching! I really do appreciate your comment ❤❤❤

  • @pauldavies6037

    @pauldavies6037

    Ай бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre I second that lovely lady I am now a sub.

  • @richardsmedley2794
    @richardsmedley27948 ай бұрын

    Such a good example of a British star. Absolute diamond. I loved minder

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    8 ай бұрын

    Definitely one of the very best! xx

  • @Maxley..
    @Maxley.. Жыл бұрын

    This is utterly beautiful. I met, well, bumped into George in Maidenhead in I think the mid 90s. He was gracious, funny and so polite. And he had the classiest leather shoes I have ever seen. What a lovely man.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s so lovely! I’m smiling at the shoes! Thank you so much for sharing that memory and thank you for watching the video ❤️

  • @andrewhopkin8264
    @andrewhopkin82645 күн бұрын

    Love George Cole amazing actor thx for the video rip George xx ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    3 күн бұрын

    My pleasure - thank you for watching xxxx

  • @charlottespurway912
    @charlottespurway912 Жыл бұрын

    Rest in peace George cole you were a good Actor and lovely yellow flowers

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching ❤❤❤

  • @billybobroyale
    @billybobroyaleАй бұрын

    Thanks for the wonderful video.I love Minder and still watch the reruns and never tire of them.

  • @lindacharles6581
    @lindacharles6581 Жыл бұрын

    Another great episode about a wonderful actor who gave us many hours of pleasure. Goodnight God bless George. ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Linda ❤ and thank you for watching! ❤

  • @johnathanryan2117
    @johnathanryan2117 Жыл бұрын

    His death signals a passing of a man who despite being a superb actor in his own right, was one of the last surviving links to the world of Alec Guinness, Bernard Miles, John Mills , Kathleen Harrison et al, and in particular his mentor and lifelong freind Alaister Sim. Bot performances in 1951 A Christmas Carol and also Laughter in Paradise as well as the schoolboy spy film are classics that resonate down the decades. Brilliant and a gentleman of his time too. Lovely stuff.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Loving all those names! ❤️🥰 thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching! ❤️

  • @mchapman1928

    @mchapman1928

    Жыл бұрын

    “The Bells of Saint Trinians”. Loved those films.

  • @paulqueripel3493

    @paulqueripel3493

    Жыл бұрын

    There's still at least one alive from around the same time, Stanley Baxter. One film with Alastair Sim (a minor role), another with Wilfred Hyde-White and James Robertson Justice.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! I think Stanley is 96 now! ❤️

  • @Bulldozer2010
    @Bulldozer20109 ай бұрын

    All I can say is excellent.

  • @barefootcontessa3112
    @barefootcontessa3112 Жыл бұрын

    George has always been one of my absolute favourite performers from the first time I saw him on screen in a St Trinians film.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Same for me! I think the first film I remember seeing him in was Scrooge! ❤ he was wonderful! Thank you so much for your comment and for watching ❤

  • @glendaplant9032
    @glendaplant9032 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Shar💐 for reminding me how great an actor George Cole was❤️. To me though he will always be Arthur Daly. God Bless 🌹😘❤️🇬🇧

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure! Thank you for watching - I agree George was a wonderful Arthur Daley! ❤️❤️❤️🌹

  • @rogercook6360
    @rogercook6360Ай бұрын

    Wonderful !... Thank you for putting in so much time and effort doing the research for this excellent production. RIP Arthur !

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found the research valuable. George Cole's portrayal of Arthur was truly iconic, and he is greatly missed xxxx Thank you for watching the video! xxxx

  • @henrygingercat
    @henrygingercat Жыл бұрын

    Many thanks for this - two of the best nights I ever had in the theatre starred George Cole. He was a brilliant actor and clearly a real gentleman.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    How wonderful that you saw him on stage! I would have loved that! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @grandiebob2500
    @grandiebob2500 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent in all respects. I’m v hard of hearing and your clarity of speech is all the more appreciated as a consequence.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much for your lovely comment! And for watching ❤️ it’s very appreciated!

  • @markrice4808

    @markrice4808

    Жыл бұрын

    So nice to hear clear speaking! Also, it's not a robot voice--which is so insulting to an audience!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I do have problems with pronunciations sometimes 🤭 but I try my best ❤️

  • @markrice4808

    @markrice4808

    Жыл бұрын

    @Beautiful Bad and Bizarre I would never know it! Your programs are a real treat for fans of these wonderful actors who worked so hard at their craft! They developed through taking parts wherever they could find them and learned how to make all facets of their performances interesting. We are still watching their shadows (albeit electronic ones now, rather than projected) and still applauding! We love your channel and the way you honor these performers!

  • @brianmac.theoldfartgamer.409
    @brianmac.theoldfartgamer.409 Жыл бұрын

    Lovely 1/2 hour. A Glass of Whiskey In Hand,Remembering the Great George Cole. Tremendous Research👍👍👍👍

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much for your lovely comment and for watching! It’s very much appreciated! ❤️

  • @jacquelinehabgood-painter8867
    @jacquelinehabgood-painter8867 Жыл бұрын

    An absolutely brilliantly presented, so well researched presentation.Thank you so much I'm glad you're back.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much! ❤ I’ve really missed being here and I’m glad to be back! Xx

  • @johnparton2209
    @johnparton2209 Жыл бұрын

    George Cole played my favourite character ever Arthur Daly he was fantastic in minder which is my favourite t v program ever what a guy

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    He was brilliant I fully agree 🥰❤️❤️

  • @babsreynolds2911

    @babsreynolds2911

    Ай бұрын

    Rip Dennis Waterman too what a great actor and what a double act they made ,miss you guys, we're lucky to have some wonderfull footage to remember George and Dennis aka Arthur and Terry were some special actors but more importantly special people &friends rip George(Arthur) & Dennis(Terry) you are very much missed 😢😭R.I.P💤

  • @SpeccyMan
    @SpeccyMan Жыл бұрын

    90 is a pretty good innings by any standard and what a life. Marvellous actor in every respect. No one can deny his greatness in the role of Arthur Daley but for me, personally, there are two roles that I much preferred him playing. I'm a big fan of the St. Trinian's films and he is Flash Harry to be sure. The other role is as the father of Madeline Smith's character in the 1970 Hammer Horror film The Vampire Lovers. I was actually aware of his history with the legendary Alastair Sim and I really must get around to reading his autobiography. So good of him to keep the most private part of his life private. So many "celebrities" could do with learning from that. There was nothing flash about George. A truly great actor and a decent bloke. He and Dennis are both missed. Thank you for another wonderful tribute video. Well researched and tastefully presented, as always.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! I'm so glad he had a long and happy life I agree also that Flash Harry was brilliant and wasn't Ingrid Pitt in Vampire Lovers? She was amazing - sadly she she died young didn't she? I would so definitely recommend George's autobiography - it's worth reading! I agree regarding keeping his private life private - I think it must have been terribly painful for him - I very much respect his decision not to talk about it publicly but I did smile at your comment about 'celebrities' today it's so true!!! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video

  • @SpeccyMan

    @SpeccyMan

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarreIndeed she was, and in so many other great horror films. Ingrid Pitt was a fabulous actress. She had that total presence thing going on. When she was on screen you couldn't take your eyes off her. Funny thing, but just last night I watched The Wicker Man (the original and best version) featuring her remarkable presence. She was made to play the role of Carmilla - the original vampire - long before Count Dracula. 😁 I just had to check. Ingrid Pitt died in 2010 at the age of 73. Her life story is pretty remarkable too.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much - I thought she was younger than that! She was such a beauty as well as being incredibly talented. I haven’t seen The Wicker Man! I do actually find the 60s and 70s horror films more watchable than todays offerings - although having said that - I pretty much feel that way about all film genres/entertainment! I can’t remember the last time I watched a ‘modern’ film - I think it might have been Legend 🤭

  • @Bulletguy07
    @Bulletguy07 Жыл бұрын

    Until watching this I never knew George was adopted. I was also though my parents told me at an early age. Years later I traced my birth mother but felt exactly the same as George.....as far as I was concerned my adoptive parents were my parents. I always looked forward to watching episode of Minder....it's a timeless classic which still makes me laugh.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment - that’s a wonderful tribute to your parents too - George absolutely adored his as well - it’s very heartwarming ❤ thank you for watching too ❤

  • @christopherdenniston9013
    @christopherdenniston90139 ай бұрын

    R.l.P. George Cole, wonderful actor & character

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    I agree George was wonderful! Thank you for watching xx

  • @judewilliams9345
    @judewilliams9345 Жыл бұрын

    Fantastic. Such an enduring character. Absolutely loved St Trinnians and Alistair Simms. Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much - I’m glad you enjoyed it! ❤

  • @keithireland6627
    @keithireland66279 ай бұрын

    Lovely story very well told thankyou🍀🍀👍🍀

  • @verykawashington.5539
    @verykawashington.5539 Жыл бұрын

    ❤ every moment of this story. One of my best British actors. R.I.H.P George Cole 🕊🙏🏾🕊

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much ❤️ I’m glad you enjoyed the video - thank you for watching ❤️

  • @Tidybitz
    @Tidybitz Жыл бұрын

    A lovely and very interesting video. I always liked George Cole and never missed Minder from when it first started. Thanks for posting.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much! Same here! We watched Minder from day one - loved it ❤️

  • @timp4417
    @timp441710 ай бұрын

    My friend walked down the aisle to the Minder theme tune. Every man's choice but not sure how he cleared that with the other half! 😂 And I can't think or George Cole without saying the name 'Terry' in a disapproving tone.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    10 ай бұрын

    That must have been brilliant for all the guests! I’d have totally adored that!! It’s put a smile on my face just imagining it! 🤣🤣🤭

  • @racheljames6824
    @racheljames6824 Жыл бұрын

    Great videos on all these amazing actors. Love George Cole. Hard working actor. Should have been Sir George Cole. ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video - I agree!!! I love the thought of Sir George Cole! ❤️

  • @petermcgarry4286
    @petermcgarry4286Ай бұрын

    Sweet voice of narrator/rix, lovely story about a lovely, lucky man.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the narration and the story about George Cole. He truly was a remarkable individual, and it's so lovely to hear that you found the video to be a fitting tribute to him. Your appreciation means a lot, and I'm grateful for your support. Thank you so much for watching! xxxx

  • @HeatherLikesArt
    @HeatherLikesArtАй бұрын

    I found "The Firebug" episode of Gideon's Way. Oh his character is quite disturbing! but I felt empathy for him too. Fantastic acting from George Cole. I'm so glad you mentioned it. I had never watched Gideon's Way before. So I'm going through the other episodes. What a great programme. Thank you Shar for such a wonderful presentation and tribute to such a great actor and person. I remember George Cole as Flash Harry in St. Trinians and A Christmas Carol (scrooge) and other movies. I actually didn't watch Minder that much when it first aired, I may have watched one or two episodes but I was a young teenager back then and probably wasn't into it. I know my parents watched it though. I have found episodes on YT and am going to watch some out of respect for George Cole. I feel I will probably appreciate it a lot more now as an adult.

  • @Yogi22727
    @Yogi22727 Жыл бұрын

    Poor kid finding his adoption papers whilst looking for Christmas presents! But what a legend he became, the Great George Cole, thank you for an excellent detailed video, Yogi.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Yogi! It was quite a shock for him but he took it in his stride - he loved and adored his parents ❤️ he certainly was a legend! Xx

  • @user-sz6gp8jh5b
    @user-sz6gp8jh5bАй бұрын

    As an American Anglophile I hope I can find Minder DVDs to purchase.Great video, Thanks !

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Minder is definitely a classic British series that's worth checking out. You should be able to find Minder DVDs for online or in specialty stores. I think there may even be episodes on KZread. It's a fantastic show filled with humour, drama, and memorable characters. Happy hunting, and thanks for watching! xxxx

  • @Ihfmpw8
    @Ihfmpw8Ай бұрын

    I used the watch The Minder too…..brilliant duo.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Minder was brilliant and I loved George as Arthur - and Dennis as Terry! xxxx

  • @mickharrison9004
    @mickharrison9004 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing man and with minder alone made him legendary with Terry ,thanks George for the millions of laughs ,nothing or nobody came close to his special kind of comedy ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    I have to agree with you Mick! I think George had so much character and I remember when all my friends were fainting over Dennis Waterman I was totally in love with George 🤭 he was brilliant! ❤ I hope your Sunday has been going well x

  • @mickharrison9004

    @mickharrison9004

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre George was also very intelligent wasn't hard to see that in him ,and that's why he was so special and extremely quick witted ,just great memories from better times and yes thanks good day with family ,and after a while off I'm going back to work tomorrow,hope your weekends been nice and fun ❤️🌹

  • @brianwitton5061
    @brianwitton5061Ай бұрын

    Definitely one of the greats.i watch minder every night and whe all the series have finished I start again.

  • @ginnylorenz5265
    @ginnylorenz5265 Жыл бұрын

    I love George Cole. This is a lovely presentation. Thank you so much. Love from a fan in San Diego, California.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Ginny! I love California - sending you lots of love from the U.K. ❤️

  • @philgrossman660
    @philgrossman660 Жыл бұрын

    That was a pleasure to watch, thank you.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Much appreciated! Thank you so much for watching! ❤️

  • @petershorrock6128
    @petershorrock6128 Жыл бұрын

    George Cole true legend never forgot 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    I thoroughly agree!!!! ❤❤❤

  • @petershorrock6128

    @petershorrock6128

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre thank you 💞

  • @richardhaughton4303
    @richardhaughton43039 ай бұрын

    I didn’t stop smiling all through the video thank you so much 😊

  • @cynical1952
    @cynical1952 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video and thank you. What a legend he was and in my eyes, still is. Flash Harry and Arthur Daley will live in many peoples memories forever and rightly so.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching! I agree - George was a superb actor and the perfect Flash Harry and Arthur ❤

  • @alanspringett9233
    @alanspringett92339 ай бұрын

    BBB, you have a wonderful skill to show the world your opinion of someone without any shallow appreciation or hero worship......I've watched and truly enjoyed many of your posts on many 'stars'......you show them in a grounded light, detailed and precise.......confident work...thanks.....

  • @Freedom2828
    @Freedom28289 ай бұрын

    Beautifully presented, amazing ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    Glad you think so! Thank you so much xxxx

  • @jrbs
    @jrbsАй бұрын

    Never regarded as a film star, even though he was!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Absolutely - he was a great actor and film star! xxxx

  • @jagmarc
    @jagmarc8 ай бұрын

    George Cole even played the part of an astronaut on the moon in 1969

  • @rudeboy0132
    @rudeboy0132 Жыл бұрын

    A true gentleman Great report and conten🎉 shar x

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!! Yes I completely agree with you! George was a true gentlemen ❤️

  • @norrie23
    @norrie239 ай бұрын

    Brilliant, I grew up with Minder and still watch it when I can. I do prefer it with George and Dennis though!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    I will agree George and Dennis were for me the best too - although I think Gary gave a great performance and did a good job under the circumstances of having to follow Dennis Waterman! xx

  • @melly9037
    @melly90379 ай бұрын

    The bells of st trinnians was some of my favourite childhood films altho before my time, I spent many a happy hour laughing my socks off 😊❤😊

  • @adambirchall70
    @adambirchall70Ай бұрын

    Another great video to a great actor. Thank you for your brilliant work, really great tribute to George Cole!!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment Adam! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video - thank you for watching! xxxx

  • @daveben3573
    @daveben3573 Жыл бұрын

    Always loved Arthur in Minder and thought he was born for the part. Very enjoyable presentation about a brilliant and maybe slightly underrated British great. For me one of the very best.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Me too! As you can probably tell 🤭 Thank you so much for your lovely comment and watching the video - it’s very much appreciated! ❤️

  • @colinturner4158
    @colinturner4158 Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely loved George Cole st trinians minder thank you for this.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it - my pleasure!

  • @heatherstephens9295
    @heatherstephens92959 ай бұрын

    That was brilliant 👏👏 You do excellent videos 🇳🇿🇳🇿

  • @thecelticdruid7707
    @thecelticdruid7707 Жыл бұрын

    I absolutely loved him in Minder. Great video.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @peterflynn6327
    @peterflynn63272 ай бұрын

    Superb short documentary on one of England's great character Actor's.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video - thank you for watching! xxxx

  • @peterflynn6327

    @peterflynn6327

    Ай бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre You're welcome. Love your great short stories.

  • @Bob-nd2mr
    @Bob-nd2mrАй бұрын

    lovely synopsis of a much loved british actor . well done.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. It's always a pleasure to celebrate the lives and contributions of such iconic people like George! Thank you so much for watching xxxx

  • @paulgilmartin9673
    @paulgilmartin96739 ай бұрын

    My favourite actor of all time

  • @lorrainesheridan496
    @lorrainesheridan496Ай бұрын

    Loved him. So much talent and How easy life could have gone the wrong way at the beginning. Gentleman not to have spoken about his divorce. Hope all his children came together at the end.

  • @michaelschuenemann3505
    @michaelschuenemann3505 Жыл бұрын

    My Wife Sue loved "MINDER" she even bought the DVD's !!!! Brilliant Memories of a By Gone Ara !!!!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your lovely comment! Minder was just SOOOOO good! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @brian5154
    @brian5154Ай бұрын

    We got very close.When I was just born, my parents used to pass me to GC who was working behind the bar at an RAF station in NW London and there I would lay sleeping just behind the bar.

  • @tonyoconnor6784
    @tonyoconnor67848 ай бұрын

    Very very enjoyable, thank you 🇮🇪💚

  • @nishamuskan980
    @nishamuskan980 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice and beautiful insight of my favourite George Cole an icon of the small screen he lives forever as Arthur Daley still has the fun and want to watch bless him

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching - it’s very much appreciated xxxx

  • @nishamuskan980

    @nishamuskan980

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre please keep us updated on these veterans and legends of comic cinema who icons in their own rights and forever remembered for their contributions to entertainment

  • @markbellingham4536
    @markbellingham4536 Жыл бұрын

    What lovely tribute ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much and thank you for watching ❤️❤️ it’s greatly appreciated xx

  • @user-jt4bv9xt1p
    @user-jt4bv9xt1pАй бұрын

    This was a super video. George Cole played the spin to comedic perfection. He makes Del Boy look like an amateur. Wish I could have thanked him personally.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    I know what you mean!!! I would have loved to have met him - it's funny that certain actors you can absolutely love and enjoy their work - but others not only entertain you but you feel as if you know them and that if you met them you'd enjoy their company! George is definitely in that catagory xxxx

  • @JosephSchmidtfan
    @JosephSchmidtfan Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely tribute to George Cole. I still treasure his little cameo role as The Boy in Olivier’s Henry V (1944). His big line was to sit on the battlefield in Agincourt and say “Oh for an ale house in London!” in his best cockney accent. 😂😂😂

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    🤭 thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video - it’s very much appreciated ❤️

  • @Bob-fk5hc

    @Bob-fk5hc

    10 ай бұрын

    George cole was a brilliant actor an comeden and actor minder was top TV not like the rubbish on now and not for getting den 😢😢❤

  • @terranceparsons5185
    @terranceparsons51855 ай бұрын

    A wonderful actor and a wonderful video, thanks for posting.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    5 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it xx thank you so much for watching!

  • @emmadenton9697
    @emmadenton9697 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Shar for another fantastic & well researched episode. I always loved George as flash Harry. He was a true legend & you've paid a lovely tribute to him. So caring that you always lay flowers ❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so very much for your lovely comments! George was such a good actor - I think a lot of people only know about Arthur but he’d done so much - Flash Harry was just exceptional! 🤭 xx

  • @emmadenton9697

    @emmadenton9697

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre yes he was. I think George & Alastair were perfectly cast.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    They were just perfect I agree! ❤

  • @FTM211

    @FTM211

    Жыл бұрын

    @@emmadenton9697 I immediately thought of them both in Scrooge - love that film!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s such a great film! I have to say I think it’s on a par with An Inspector Calls - I love that film too! ❤️

  • @VintageComedyVault-mu2zp
    @VintageComedyVault-mu2zp9 ай бұрын

    Very well narrated, enjoyed the episode.

  • @markshrimpton3138
    @markshrimpton3138 Жыл бұрын

    What a strange coincidence that you should feature the inimitable George Cole. Recently I’ve been enjoying old British black and white films and only last week watched Cottage To Let! I’m so glad you’re back and in cracking form with this biopic of George Cole.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh WOW! I love it when that happens!!! I haven’t watched Lady Godiva for a while (but to be fair I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve watched it 😂) and making this has made me want to watch it again soon! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching! ❤❤❤

  • @barefootcontessa3112

    @barefootcontessa3112

    Жыл бұрын

    I do love an old black & white movie so when I saw your post I searched for Cottage to Let and have thoroughly enjoyed watching it, I’m going to try and find another good old British black & white to finish off my Sunday, they don’t make actors like these anymore.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    @@barefootcontessa3112 the old films are unbeatable for me! It’s like being transported to another time and place and you can really lose yourself in them ❤️

  • @markshrimpton3138

    @markshrimpton3138

    Жыл бұрын

    @@barefootcontessa3112 I can recommend a KZread channel called British B Movies and More. That should keep you going for quite some time.

  • @krystynparker8603
    @krystynparker8603 Жыл бұрын

    You’re always good but this episode is marvellous,one of the best. Well done and thank you.👏

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    You’ve made my day!!! Thank you so very much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video - thank you for your lovely comment and for watching ❤️❤️❤️

  • @gwenkelly1
    @gwenkelly1 Жыл бұрын

    nice to see you again, you have been missed, i thought George Cole was a very good actor, funny.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!!! I’ve really missed the research and chatting on here! George was amazing and I can’t deny I shed a few tears dong this! ❤️

  • @junelaw4162
    @junelaw4162 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent put together so nicely he was a great actor I loved minder they don’t make them like they used to be RIP ❤ George Cole you really were one of the best ❤️

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much! I’m glad you enjoyed it x and I completely agree with you - sadly they don’t seem to make them like George anymore ❤

  • @jumpfortyfour9965
    @jumpfortyfour9965 Жыл бұрын

    what a star thank you for a super video of a super star RIP GEORGE ,

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    My pleasure! Thank you so much for watching - it’s greatly appreciated! Xx

  • @davidchiles5331
    @davidchiles53319 ай бұрын

    I do love these videos, takes me all back.

  • @michaelrck
    @michaelrckАй бұрын

    Great Shar. Really enjoyed the post. I always liked George Cole and have just this minute ordered his autobiography. Thanks'

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Ай бұрын

    That's wonderful Michael! I hope you enjoy it - I feel sure you will - I read a great deal of biographies and autobiographies and George Cole's is definitely a stand out for me! I'd love to hear what you think when you've read it! xxxx

  • @michaelrck

    @michaelrck

    Ай бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre I have just received the book today Shar. I will let you know my thoughts when I finish reading. Thanks again for your channel and recommendation. x

  • @michaelrck

    @michaelrck

    25 күн бұрын

    @@BeautifulBadandBizarre Excellent, and very detailed autobiography. A must for any GC fan. We are both like-minded in many ways. You may have already read it but can I suggest David Jason's "A Del Of a Life". Happy Reading.

  • @bernehalligan
    @bernehalligan9 ай бұрын

    god bless him and thank you.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    My pleasure - thank you for watching x

  • @patrickwoods254
    @patrickwoods25428 күн бұрын

    He shares my birthday although 1969, loved arthur Daley

  • @iandalby4273
    @iandalby4273 Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely Bio,you raised a tear to an eye, its a sad fact of life we all go to the big theatre in the sky, but we can look back on films,tv series that make us smile so much. I did love his take on Flash Harry and Arthur Daley.Thank you once again this is a perfect antidote to all the bad news at the moment and Ive enjoyed every minute of your bios long may it continue xxxx

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Ian! You’ve made my day ❤ I am going to be absolutely honest - I’ve been working on this all week and I’ve cried every day! I really loved George - he seemed like the sort of person you’d want to be your friend! Just genuinely nice ❤

  • @jonjames7328
    @jonjames73289 ай бұрын

    That was beautifully done. Thank you.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    My pleasure - I’m glad you enjoyed it x thank you so much for watching ❤️❤️❤️

  • @aidanbowe3866
    @aidanbowe3866 Жыл бұрын

    Loved George in The Belle's of St Trinian's as Flash Harry. Beryl Reid was also in it. Maybe she could be the subject of a future video? So glad to have you back!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so very much!!! I LOVE Beryl Reid too! She was amazing! Flash Harry was so brilliant! I love that Sid Field was his influence for Harry ❤❤❤

  • @GrrMeister
    @GrrMeister Жыл бұрын

    *What an amazing Video - thank you. RIP George Edward **-Lobster-** Cole !*

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    9 ай бұрын

    Thank yo so much! xxxx

  • @keithmiller322
    @keithmiller322 Жыл бұрын

    Yes also glad you are back.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    🥰 Thank you! I’m very happy to be back! ❤️

  • @andybrowne2117
    @andybrowne2117 Жыл бұрын

    excellant i was a big fan of minder when i was at secondary school . THANK YOU !!!

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    My absolute pleasure! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching! It’s much appreciated! ❤️

  • @geoffbarry9540
    @geoffbarry9540 Жыл бұрын

    At last, someone has finally confirmed one of my earliest memories - that George Cole did actually appear (so to speak) on radio in a major starring role. Other heroes of those radio days have appeared here countless times but poor George has always been overshadowed by Flash and Arthur. Thank you for this reassurance from a small bronchitic boy crouched beside the speaker whilst the great pea souper smogs roiled around outside.

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Awww! Thank you so very much! George had such great talent and his early work is every bit as good as his later successes - he was so incredibly brilliant as Bliss! I’m very fortunate that I just missed those pea soupers! I have asthma and as a child it was very unpleasant - so I thoroughly sympathise! ❤️

  • @KarlKeeley
    @KarlKeeley Жыл бұрын

    What a wonderful video very well presented I can remember watching minder and really injoyed watching George I can remember watching George in an episode of heartbeat playing a run away criminal he played a fantastic part God Bless George ❤❤

  • @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    @BeautifulBadandBizarre

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video ❤️