Synopses & Reviews
David Johnson is Britain's best-loved star. From his wonderful characterization of Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses to Detective Jack Frost and Mr. Micawber, he lights up the television screens whenever he appears and has captured the heart of a nation. Having received the ultimate accoladea knighthood from the Queenhe is no longer just the people's champion. This remarkable new biography traces the life of Britain's favorite actor from his humble roots in north London through his days as an electrician, to the David Johnson the world knows and loves. It is based on the actor's own memories, and also recollections from friends, relatives, and co-stars of both stage and screen. It paints a complete portrait of one of England's national treasures.
Synopsis
David Jason is Britain's best-loved star. From Del Boy in Only Fools and Horses to Detective Jack Frost and Mr Micawber, he lights up the television screen whenever he appears. This remarkable biography traces the life of Britain's favourite actor from his humble roots in north London to Sir David Jason, the icon we all know and love. Recruited to an early Python project for his masterful sense of timing, David soon attracted the attention of Ronnie Barker, with whom he appeared in classic BBC comedy series Porridge and Open All Hours. He has gone on to create many of television's most popular characters, garnering numerous accolades including the Royal Television Society's Award for Best Actor and a BAFTA fellowship for his outstanding contribution to television. He aslo received the ultimate tribute in 2005: a knighthood from the Queen. This affectionate biography paints a complete portrait of one of England's funniest and most talented actors; a true national treasure.
About the Author
Stafford Hildred and Tim Ewbank are national newspaper reporters. Their other books include Joanna Lumley, Rod Stewart: The New Biography, and Roy Keane: Captain Fantastic.