The final station on Oldham-born star’s journey
Oldham-born Veteran actor Bernard Cribbins, who starred in the Carry On films, Doctor Who and the 1970 film The Railway Children, has died.
A statement from Gavin Barker Associates said: “Beloved actor Bernard Cribbins OBE has passed away at the age of 93.”
“His career spanned seven decades with such diverse work ranging from films like The Railway Children and the Carry On series, hit 60s song Right Said Fred, a notorious guest on Fawlty Towers and narrating The Wombles.”
“He worked well into his 90s, recently appearing in Doctor Who and the CBeebies series Old Jack’s Boat.”
“He lost his wife of 66 years, Gill, last year.”
“Bernard’s contribution to British entertainment is without question. He was unique, typifying the best of his generation, and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and working with him.”
Born in Oldham, Mr Cribbins was revered for his versatility and became a favourite with young audiences all over the country as the narrator of The Wombles, as well as for more than 100 appearances on the children’s favourite, Jackanory.
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