Title: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:12:15 Here's everybody's predictions. Sorry it's a few days late. Busy Times.
STFC Dave 1. The queen 2. Prince Charles 3. Michael Parkinson 4. John McCain 5. John Cleese 6. Michael Bublé 7. Britney Spears 8. Bono 9. Austin Stevens 10. Lulu JFW 1. Britney Spears 2. Amy Winehouse 3. Christopher Biggins 4. Stevie Wonder 5. The Queen 6. Thatcher 7. Robbie Williams 8. Woody Allen 9. Jade Goody 10. Joaquin Phoenix A Gent Orange 1. Asif Ali Zardari 2. Hamid Karzai 3. Muammar Gaddafi 4. Fidel Castro 5. Kim Jong Ill 6. Michael Foot 7. Jimmy Saville 8. Ian Paisley 9. Kirk Douglas 10. Thatcher Mex 1. Margaret Thatcher 2. Norman Tebbit 3. The Queen 4. Duke of edinburgh 5. Prince Charles 6. Camilla 7. Prince William 8. Prince Harry 9. Princess Micheal of Kent 10. George Bush Snr. arriba 1. patrick moore 2. june brown 3. richard attenborough 4. denis norden 5. amy winehouse 6. prince phillip 7. ken dodd 8. lord stoddart 9. kirk douglas 10. barack obama. DRS 1. Bruce Forsythe 2. Paul Gasgoine 3. Barack obama 4. Prince phillip- Racist attack by a zulu 5. Bobby robson- i hope not 6. The queen- Aids 7. Cliff Richard- Pure bumming 8. Paul ogrady – overdose on jam 9. Wendy Richard- for being a cunt 10. Ian Huntley- Stabbed JJEdmunds 1. Barack Obama 2. Margaret Thatcher 3. Norman Wisdom 4. Ice-T 5. Gene Wilder 6. OJ Simpson 7. Elizabeth Taylor 8. Mohammed Ali 9. Mel Gibson 10. Winona Ryder Dazzza 1. Norman Wisdom 2. Fidel Castro 3. Russell Watson 4. Elizabeth Taylor 5. Bobby Robson 6. Rowdy Roddy Piper 7. Magic Johnson 8. Jim Branning 9. Prince Philip 10. Barack Obama SwindonBob 1. Bobby Robson 2. Seve Ballesteros 3. Fidel Castro 4. Parkinson 5. Jade Goody 6. Russel Watson 7. Prince Phillip 8. Barrack Obama 9. Bear Grylls 10. David Blaine Land_of_Bo 1. Bruce Forysth 2. Barack Obama 3. Murray Walker 4. Nelson Mandela 5. Spanky Spangler 6. OJ Simpson 7. Thaksin Shinawatra 8. Queen Elizabeth 9. Paul Gascoigne 10. Jimmy Saville Nemo 1. Hamed Karzai (Afghan PM Chap, 51) 2. Jimmy Savile (Possibly immortal, 82) 3. Lindsay Lohan (We live in hope, 22) 4. Amy Winehouse (Because everyone will, 25) 5. Pete Docherty (See Winehouse, 29) 6. Jade Goody (See Lohan, 27) 7. Britney Spears (Circling the Drain, 27) 8. Paul Gascoigne (See Spears, 41) 9. 10. Olsens 1 and 2 (Regulars in these thing, Both 22) Triseros 1. Barack Obamah (From Nostradamus Quatran 3/6) 2. Bruce Forsyth 3. Bear Grills 4. Clint Eastwood 5. Pete Doherty 6. Jack Osbourne 7. Murray Walker 8. Kerry Katona 9. Margaret Thatcher 10. Anthony Wedgewood Benn Bangkok Red 1. Barack Obama. 2. Paul Gascoigne. 3. Muhammad Ali. 4. Josef Fritzl. 5. The King of Thailand. 6. David Attenborough 7. Gary Glitter 8. Lewis Hamilton 9. Timmy Mallett. 10. Alex Ferguson Samdy Gray 1. Lewis Hamilton 2. The Queen 3. Barack Obama 4. Olivia-Newton John 5. Terry Wogan 6. Paul Daniels 7. Ranulph Fiennes 8. Sir Paul McCartney 9. Richard Branson 10. David Jason Leefer 1. Liz Dawn...vera duckworth 2. Wendy Richards. 3. Micky Rooney 4. Paul Gasgoine 5. Sir Bobby Robson 6. Patrick Swayze 7. O J Simpson 8. Barrack Obama 9. Nelson Mandela 10. Burt Reynolds. Village 1. Paul "Gazza" Gascoigne, 41 2. Tony Blackburn, 65 3. Barack Obama, 47 4. Jade Goody, 27 5. Jim "Bullseye" Bowen, 71 6. Diego Maradona, 48 7. Patrick Swayze, 56 8. Amy Winehouse, 25 9. Paul O'Grady, 53 10. Anthony Kiedis, 46 ghanimah 1. Barack Obama 2. Sir Bobby Robson 3. Michael Foot 4. Eunice Kennedy Shriver 5. Zsar Zsar Gabor 6. Peter Walwyn 7. Artie Lange 8. Chapman Pincher 9. Shaun Tait 10. Álvaro Uribe DanJackson10 1. David Jason 2. Trevor McDonald 3. Fidel Castro 4. Larry Gelbart 5. Patrick Moore 6. Carl Reiner 7. Dick van Dyke 8. Norman Wisdom 9. Paul Gascogine 10. Amy Winehouse Rich Pullen 1. Nelson Mandela 2. Sir Tom Finney 3. Bert Trautmann 4. Maggie Thatcher 5. Elizabeth Taylor 6. Barack Obama 7. Willie Nelson 8. Kelsey Grammar 9. Queen Elizabeth II 10. Kirk Douglas Fred Elliot 1. Barrack Obama - Murdered by White Supremacist's (Hillary Clinton) 2. Boy George - Drugs OD whilst shagging Max Mosley yelling "Seig Heil !" 3. Maxine Carr - Who cares 4. Ian Huntly - Ditto 5. David Blunket - His dog goes deaf and leads him into the path of Leefer's wagon 6. Lee Majors - We cannot rebuild him 7. Dolly Parton - Tits exploded 8. Robbie Williams - We can but hope 9. Flo Rida - Following a heated gurn-off with Harvey from So Solid crew 10. Barrymore - likes it up the ass innit Batch 1. Margaret Thatcher 2. Murray Walker 3. Patrick Moore 4. Peter Sallis 5. Kirk Douglas 6. Stephen Hawking 7. Amy Winehouse (obviously) 9. Kylie Minogue 10. Russell Watson Yeovil 1. Phil Jupitus 2. William Shatner 3. Barak Obamha 4. Sean Ryder 5. Micheal Jackson 6. Gazza 7. Jerermy Clarkson 8. Micky Rourke 9. Jack nicholson 10. Warren Mitchell JPC82 1. Gene Wilder 2. John Savident 3. Paul Gascoigne 4. Valentino Rossi 5. Bobby Robson 6. Patrick Swayze 7. OJ Simpson 8. MaggieThatcher 9. Hugh Hefner 10. Hulk Hogan Nick Bamosomi 1. Burt Reynolds 2. Paul Gascoigne 3. Bobby Robson 4. Prince Philip 5. Eric Sykes 6. Patrick Moore 7. Dolly Parton 8. Jimmy Carter (ex US President) 9. Margaret Thatcher 10. Marcus Trescothick Spacey 1. Jeremy Clarkson (Car crash) 2. Lewis Hamilton (car crash) 3. Sharon Osbourne (Tortured to death) 4. Paul Daniels (car crash) 5. Debbie McGee (Car crash, Daniels driving) 6. David Cameron (Knocked off his bike by his chauffer) 7. Jack Charlton (Hunting accident) 8. Jim Davidson (heart attack) 9. 10. Christine and Neil Hamilton (suicide pact) Chubbs 1. Bruce Forsyth 2. Maggie Thatcher 3. The queen 4. Robbie Williams 5. Snoop Dogg 6. Des O'Conner 7. Terry Wogan 8. patrick swayze 9. Tom Cruise 10. Steven Speilberg LucienSanchez 1. Ariel Sharon 2. Betty Ford 3. Ian Huntley 4. Bobby Robson 5. OJ Simpson 6. Kim Jong Il 7. Mickey Rooney 8. Kirk Douglas 9. Prince Harry 10. Fidel Castro Barry Scott 1. Donald Sutherland 2. Ozzy Osbourne 3. The Queen 4. Shane MacGowan 5. Jo Brand 6. Johnny Vegas 7. Nelson Mandela 8. Des O'Connor 9. Paul Hogan 10. Bruce Forsyth Rossi 1. Bobby robson 2. Barack Obama 3. Prince Philip 4. Maggie thatcher 5. Kim II sung 6. Mel brooks 7. Gene wilder 8. Nelson Mandela 9. Patrick Moore 10. John bardon (jim from eastenders) Right. Apart from the numbering the list is pretty much as recieved from each person, I'll go through and standardise names (Queen, Prince Philip etc.) when I next get a chance. Interesting that presumed favourites Pete and Amy seem to be a fair bit behind the trio of Thatcher, Obama and The Queen. I did start doing a full count just before New Years Eve, but I lost track of Prince Philips and closed notepad in rage. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:17:52 i see a few have gone for those already known to have terminal-life threatening illnessess.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:21:11 Yeah. And there's a few that I'm guessing might be tricky to judge on. Swayze for instance I think may have denied his is terminal, yet it's still be pretty widely reported as otherwise, could be wrong, I can't honestly say that I've done that much research. Guess I'll worry about people like that if they die.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:22:25 Cheers Ben..liked Spaceys reasons of death.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:25:08 leefer.i think you will probably win as 4 of yours are terminally ill.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dell boy on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:26:17 Can I withdraw my entry, I dont feel easy about this?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:28:29 Well Arriba,reference to Fred Elliots comments with his list i will be keeping a good lookout for a certain fella and a dog...to try and boost my points.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Barry Scott on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:28:55 Fuck me there's a lot of Obamas.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:29:57 You gota good list Dell...though hope Ben explained you only get half the points for Ronnie Corbett!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Barry Scott on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:30:58 Can I withdraw my entry, I dont feel easy about this? Scared of winning and Scotland Yard's response? :) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:32:55 no one had travoltas boy then, would be nice to take an early lead
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: ghanimah on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:44:53 no one had travoltas boy then, would be nice to take an early lead I wish I had read this site (2007) before posting my list http://www.wwtdd.com/post.phtml?pk=2268&page_number=2 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:47:37 Very disturbing i must say.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: swindonbob on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:50:16 We still get points for the terminally ill though don't we? Just not as many.....thats the way forwards i think.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:52:20 Can I withdraw my entry, I dont feel easy about this? You can if you want. PM me. Whilst I understand an uneasiness at the morbid nature of predicting the people's deaths, I think that by considering your list your thoughts will have been with their lives, both in the present and in the past. The list is a celebration of those who are notable enough to be remembered by many when their end comes, for both good and bad reasons; as well as a realisation that for many, their impact will be felt far beyond the direct actions their mortality allows. Or some such bullshit. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: JPC82 on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 17:54:05 maybe dell could make a list about which celebs he thinks will get pregnant, cos hes such a big wuss :)
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 18:02:08 im supprised not more poeple went for swayze apart from me and tcp
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 18:05:09 We still get points for the terminally ill though don't we? Just not as many.....thats the way forwards i think. Yeah. 1/10th of what you would get normally. There may well be some wisdom in picking up the almost guaranteed few points from the like of Wendy Richards and Bobby Robson, but in the end you've got no chance of hitting the big points you'd get with a younger, not ill person. The factor of a tenth seems a bit high, although some consideration did go into it. It was between that and a score based on how many other people had picked the same person. The problem with the latter is mostly to do with the size of the fame pool we had to pick from, it would have been very easy to go through wikipedia and find obscure terminally ill people. Which is pretty boring when it comes to waiting to see who dies. This could have been solved by stricter "fame" criteria than just having a wikipedia page, but then what do you pick instead? Stuff like an IMDB page and google search results end up being heavily skewed in favour of certain types of people. Saying all that, if it works out ok and we play again for 2010 then it might be good to do a combo of the terminal illness rule and some sort of score weighting depending on how often they appear in lists. Have to wait and see I suppose. It's a weird statistical balance of trying to keep the fun in making it worthwhile with lucky guesses and "feelings" about people, as well as rewarding a bit of research on who you thinks on their way out. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: BANGKOK RED on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 18:52:14 Ha.
Mex's list is just a wish list innit. Good call on Thaksin Bo, don't know why I didn't think of that myself. Oh, and I decided against Kim Jong Ill myself because of the low pointage factor. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Mexicano Rojo on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 18:57:05 how can you tell :)
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: yeo on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 19:01:54 Where does alcoholism stand in the terminal illness stakes?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 19:51:22 Mediating on what is terminal disease wise as well could be difficult Ben, by terminal does that include people who have previously had Strokes and Heart Attacks or are we talking only about Cancer type illnesses?
As then Kirk Douglas who is known to have had a couple of major strokes would be worth 12 points based on the 100 point system but if strokes are classes as terminal then he is only worth 1.2 points! Thats why I didnt go for the obvious ones like Castro, Wendy Richards and Bobby Robson. Fidel Castro would be 1.8 points. Wendy Richards would be 3.5 points. Sir Bob Robson 2.5 points. I dont really care either way TBH but I am just curious really as to what the guidelines are to the pointage. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Rich Pullen on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 19:55:15 I picked Kirk Douglas because he's old not because of previous illnesses, darn.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nemo on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 19:58:54 Where does alcoholism stand in the terminal illness stakes? I'd already asked about known alcohol/drug abuse on the Winehouse issue and the ruling was as long as they didn't have terminal liver/brain marinading they count as healthy. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: pumbaa on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 19:59:26 Where does alcoholism stand in the terminal illness stakes? Quote Alcoholism: Physical dependence on alcohol to the extent that stopping alcohol use will bring on withdrawal symptoms. In popular and therapeutic parlance, the term may also be used to refer to ingrained drinking habits that cause health or social problems. Treatment requires first ending the physical dependence, then making lifestyle changes that help the individual avoid relapse. In some cases, medication or hospitalization are needed. Alcohol dependence can have many serious effects on the brain, liver, and other organs of the body. I read that to mean that alcoholism itself isn't an illness per se, but a causal factor to a number of other illnesses, be they terminal or not. (Bollocks quota exceeded for one day) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 20:14:08 I picked Kirk Douglas because he's old not because of previous illnesses, darn. same as.i deliberately tried to stay away from the cancer-terminal illness sufferers ie bobby robson-wendy richard-swayze etc. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 20:49:43 So are my Kylie/Watson picks on limited pointage? Both are in remission AFAIK and so while they are at higher risk than normal they aren't terminal.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, January 4, 2009, 21:41:39 They should be fine then batch. It's the other end of the scale I'm worried about judging, those who have (or are reported to have) potentially terminal diseases which aren't necessarily terminal yet.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: STFC Village on Monday, January 5, 2009, 00:31:04 im supprised not more poeple went for swayze apart from me and tcp AhemTitle: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Rossi on Monday, January 5, 2009, 00:52:19 Did you not get mine FB? I emailed them to you instead of PM'ing them?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 5, 2009, 01:02:28 Did you not get mine FB? I emailed them to you instead of PM'ing them? Ahhh. then I wouldn't have. I don't check the email account linked to my TEF login much anymore, and I've always been a bit bad with emails anyway. I'll have a look through tomorrow. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Danjackson10 on Monday, January 5, 2009, 08:08:07 For your latest deaths- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deaths_in_2009
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 5, 2009, 13:29:14 uh oh need to get on and pick 4 more pronto - I thought of someone last night I wanted to add but Ive forgotten - shall I just post them on here Ben or PM them?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Monday, January 5, 2009, 13:35:11 Noticed sadly Ian Greaves the former Bolton and Mansfield manager passes away on Jan 2nd...seem to remember we played alot against his teams in the past.
For your latest deaths- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deaths_in_2009 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 5, 2009, 14:13:58 uh oh need to get on and pick 4 more pronto - I thought of someone last night I wanted to add but Ive forgotten - shall I just post them on here Ben or PM them? You were supposed to do it by about 5 days ago. But shh.. pm them to me and I'll sneak them in and hope nobody notices. Got yours too Rossi. I'll add them in later. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, January 5, 2009, 14:32:07 OK thanks luv you x
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Monday, January 5, 2009, 14:39:13 I haven't done my 10 either. I forgot.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dell boy on Monday, January 5, 2009, 19:03:00 maybe dell could make a list about which celebs he thinks will get pregnant, cos hes such a big wuss :) You are a joke, yes - just remembering your early posts about pulling birds!!!You like the chase, but not the sex once caught, I believe that is correct. :flaccid: Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: JPC82 on Monday, January 5, 2009, 19:50:11 You are a joke, yes - just remembering your early posts about pulling birds!!! You like the chase, but not the sex once caught, I believe that is correct. :flaccid: i think you'll find i said i enjoy the sex but the chase is the exciting part Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dell boy on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:23:19 i think you'll find i said i enjoy the sex but the chase is the exciting part Then your life must be full of wet dreams??How can the chase be better than the kill? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: JPC82 on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:24:44 i just enjoy the chase, its new and exciting, then u get them and the nagging starts!!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dell boy on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:25:58 i just enjoy the chase, its new and exciting, then u get them and the nagging starts!! How very true :nod: Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: land_of_bo on Monday, January 5, 2009, 21:26:35 i just enjoy the chase, its new and exciting, then u get them and the That's where you're going wrong. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: donkey on Monday, January 5, 2009, 22:04:57 i think you'll find i said i enjoy the sex but the chase is the exciting part http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=buElOjx2T7w Or as Lemmy will sometimes introduce it 'The Face is Better than the Snatch.' Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 13:13:49 im supprised not more poeple went for swayze apart from me and tcp Unfortunately he is 95% terminal: http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/showbiz/a140706/swayze-i-may-only-have-two-more-years.html Quote Patrick Swayze has admitted that he may only have two years to live. The Dirty Dancing actor, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last year, told ABC interviewer Barbara Walters that he was "going through hell". "I'd say five years is pretty wishful thinking," Swayze told Walters in an interview to be broadcast tonight. "Two years seems likely if you're going to believe statistics. I want to last until they find a cure, which means I'd better get a fire under it." He continued: "You can bet I'm going through hell. There's a lot of fear here... Yeah, I'm scared. Yeah, I'm angry. Yeah, I'm [asking] why me?" Despite pancreatic cancer patients only having a five per cent survival rate, Swayze remains defiant, saying: "Am I dying? Am I giving up? Am I on my death bed? Am I saying goodbye to people? No way." Swayze has continued to work while undergoing treatment, filming TV series The Beast in Chicago last year. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 13:16:23 yes, but i chose him before he admited it, so technicaly he did not have a terminal illness at the time of choice, therefor i shuold still get max points should he pop his clogs
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 13:17:42 I'm undecided on swayze as it has already been reported elsewhere last year than it wasn't looking good for him. But yeah, he himself hadn't admitted it.
Meh I'll decide when or if he dies. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: JPC82 on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 13:40:26 yes, but i chose him before he admited it, so technicaly he did not have a terminal illness at the time of choice, therefor i shuold still get max points should he pop his clogs spot on chubbster Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: ghanimah on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 13:53:10 yes, but i chose him before he admited it, so technicaly he did not have a terminal illness at the time of choice, therefor i shuold still get max points should he pop his clogs Admitted what though? There's nothing Patrick has said since you voted for him that wasn't already known, http://news.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/hi/entertainment/newsid_7281000/7281657.stm http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7762168.stm Quote Pancreatic cancer is one of the most virulent forms of cancer which medicals experts say has a 5% five-year survival rate. in fact he seems to be defying the odds, so when you voted for him he was more likely not to make it. Quote Two years seems likely if you're going to believe statistics. I want to last until they find a cure, which means I'd better get a fire under it." He said despite already defying the odds (pancreatic cancer patients are usually only expected to survive six months), he is still scared about what the future holds http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/film/article5463736.ece Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 14:00:14 As someone who's not involved in this game, I do think it's a bit of a cheeky prediction. The bloke has an aggressive form of cancer, and this was in the public domain at the time of prediction.
A stewards enquiry should be held should the geezer sadly pass away during 09. But like I say I'm not in this game so what's it gotta do with me. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 14:03:28 I said that if anybody asked me when they were making entries then I'd make a decision then. Nobody did. So I'm leaving it until people die now. Mainly because I can't be fucked to go through all the different people, some of which I haven't even heard of.
Hardcore. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 14:07:39 I think he will live forever anyway like the queen
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: swindonbob on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 11:58:27 I had Tony Hart on my list and removed him as I just assumed he would live forever
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Danjackson10 on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 14:31:26 indeed he was a reserve on my list, didnt have the hart to put him on
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 14:32:12 I'm surprised that nobody had him.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Danjackson10 on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 14:36:16 missed chance there for an early lead
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 15:57:59 What will Morph do now.
Sorry, I don't mean to make light of it. I think Hartbeat or whatever it was called is the only Art program I have ever watched. And now some pictures from the gallery.... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: adje on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 16:01:24 Tony Hart-great childhood memories and one of the great examples of rhyming slang "who's dropped a Tony?"
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: swindonbob on Sunday, January 18, 2009, 16:19:28 I agree, i wouldnt call him a "Legend" but definately someone that i grew up with and quite enjoyed watching when Hartbeat came on.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: swindonbob on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 18:42:26 First points on the board for a couple of people with the passing of Wendy Richards today
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 19:05:39 I reckon you should obly get 3 points for 'shock' deaths and a point for terminals.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 19:36:55 Wendy Richard is worth 3.5 points isn't she? 1/10th points due to the terminal clause.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dell boy on Thursday, February 26, 2009, 19:39:36 I didn't know she was ill, shows how much interest I take in TV/film people.
Are You Being Served - she was a bit of scrubber/dish in those days. RIP Wendy Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Monday, April 20, 2009, 19:52:10 Few Wendy Richards and Jade Goody's in there, and batch could be on for a Stephen Hawkins.
Don't think anybody has more than one though. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: yeo on Friday, June 26, 2009, 14:42:55 what do I get for Jacko ???
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Friday, June 26, 2009, 14:44:29 what do I get for Jacko ??? You should piss this now! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 26, 2009, 14:51:02 God my precictions are rubbish!!! I reckon Yeovil is a secret Mystic Meg!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Friday, June 26, 2009, 14:57:22 You should piss this now! It's only June. A Hawking and Thatcher combo can still gain me points. Not that I am washing them dead. But Yeovil looks a good bet now. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Friday, June 26, 2009, 15:18:58 Ive got Thatcher too - Is she still in hospital???
Hopefully we will have a cold winter - cull some of the old Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Berniman on Friday, June 26, 2009, 15:42:03 Ooooooooh, harsh Charlotte!
:eek: But I like your style! ;D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Kinky Tom on Friday, June 26, 2009, 15:46:08 Ive got Thatcher too - Is she still in hospital??? Hopefully we will have a cold winter - cull some of the old Doesn't really rake in the points though does it, I reckon you should do some celeb stalking and 'accidentally' get involved with a collision. Maybe wait till one of your younger shots leaves a club blind drunk and plough into him/her with your car, immoral yes, but effective... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dogs on Friday, June 26, 2009, 15:51:11 one forum i post on has had a death pool for a few years, in the last 3 one poster has had 5/15 of his predictions come in. this year he's had fawcett and jackson. must be god
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Kinky Tom on Friday, June 26, 2009, 15:54:19 creepy...
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Friday, June 26, 2009, 16:35:38 Ive got Thatcher too - Is she still in hospital??? Hopefully we will have a cold winter - cull some of the old That made me laugh! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, June 29, 2009, 13:38:53 boo Thatcher released and "on the mend" today!
why wont some of my picks DIE!!! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Monday, June 29, 2009, 14:14:17 boo Thatcher released and "on the mend" today! why wont some of my picks DIE!!! To spite you. All 10 of your picks will drop dead 1 second into 2010. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, June 29, 2009, 14:15:57 meany pants! :P
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Berniman on Monday, June 29, 2009, 15:23:30 boo Thatcher released and "on the mend" today! why wont some of my picks DIE!!! I am willing to take a few out for you for a fee! Being included with the halftime sweets and cookies will do! ;D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 21:03:16 anyone have mollie sugden?
died today Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 21:53:17 RIP Mrs Slocombe and your pussy. :cry:
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: ghanimah on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 12:10:49 RIP. Eunice Kennedy Shriver has died aged 88.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8195092.stm Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: swindonbob on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 06:44:40 Patrick Swazee will be on a few peoples lists
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Samdy Gray on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 07:08:27 He was terminal though, surely?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 07:21:49 i dont think it was pronounced as being terminal at the time, doesnt ben have rules on the points?
he was on my list Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Fred Elliot on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 07:28:39 i dont think it was pronounced as being terminal at the time, doesnt ben have rules on the points? he was on my list The TEF's answer to Arsene Wenger !!! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 07:38:42 i dont think it was pronounced as being terminal at the time, doesnt ben have rules on the points? he was on my list It had been as early as January 08 and on and off since then. I think he denied it to start off with but went quieter towards the end of the year. Edit: If he died in a car crash or something then full points would be fair enough. As it appears that he died of the numerous terminal whatevers he was reported of having last year you get a tenth. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Sussex on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 08:19:55 Anyone have Keith Floyd?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jimmy_onions on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 08:24:39 After seeing keith floyd last night, I agree with sussex...
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 08:36:33 After seeing keith floyd last night, I agree with sussex... good one, you jinxed it, KF is now reported dead Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ginginho on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 08:48:58 http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2009/sep/15/keith-floyd-dies
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jimmy_onions on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 09:01:14 Yikes. :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 11:57:17 Gutted about Floyd. Always found him entertaining, especially his disregard for other so called celebrity chefs. Weird timing what with the Keith meets Keith program on last night ! He did look about 457 though ! :chef: :beers:
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Dazzza on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 14:04:57 Fuck me at 65 he looked as old as old arse holes.
Great chef and a fucking fantastic presenter who will be missed. I have to say though I saw that Keith meets Keith show last night and despite Allen bigging-up the old soak as a legend I couldn’t help but think he was nothing but a sorry carcass of the bloke he once was. Real shame what booze does to people. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 14:34:43 Im getting upset that none of my picks have died!!
still.... got a good few months yet - Im still hoping a cold winter will cull some elderly on my list Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 14:49:40 Im getting upset that none of my picks have died!! still.... got a good few months yet - Im still hoping a cold winter will cull some elderly on my list ruthless :) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ginginho on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 15:22:52 Just reading some peoples predictions.
Nearly everyone went for Obama! Only got 4 months to go. I did chuckle at DRS' choices and comments, one in particular caught my eye: Quote from: DRS 1. Bruce Forsythe 2. Paul Gasgoine 3. Barack obama 4. Prince phillip- Racist attack by a zulu 5. Bobby robson- i hope not 6. The queen- Aids 7. Cliff Richard- Pure bumming 8. Paul ogrady – overdose on jam 9. Wendy Richard- for being a cunt 10. Ian Huntley- Stabbed 2 out of 10 so far though, not bad Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: axs on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 19:32:23 Is it too early to ask Whoopi Goldberg if she's heard from Patrick Swayze yet?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Doore on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 19:35:15 Is it too early to ask Whoopi Goldberg if she's heard from Patrick Swayze yet? Are you anticipating a sequel? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 20:08:27 Bye bye Keith.
The man who got me interested in cooking. PS he was trying to buy the Jesmond House Hotel in Highworth a few years ago but I think the drunk driving crash he had in Sevenhampton (was he lost?) put him off the purchase. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 20:10:33 He had bowell cancer so maybe a blessing for him..RIP
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 20:09:53 Floyds cremation may last 3 days!!!!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ginginho on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 20:23:47 Floyds cremation may last 3 days!!!! A farewell flambé? On a serious note, the best of the celebrity chefs. RIP Keith. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: ghanimah on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 20:56:08 Telegraph's Matt:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/matt Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 21:50:30 Bye bye Keith. The man who got me interested in cooking. PS he was trying to buy the Jesmond House Hotel in Highworth a few years ago but I think the drunk driving crash he had in Sevenhampton (was he lost?) put him off the purchase. Ahhhh...I hadn't realised that he lived in Faringdingdong for a while. http://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/4630631.Raising_a_glass_in_memory_of_Keith_Floyd/ (http://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/4630631.Raising_a_glass_in_memory_of_Keith_Floyd/) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Sussex on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 06:34:52 I'm guessing nobody had poor little Stephen :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ginginho on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 06:56:12 Shit, just seen that, only 33 aswell. RIP Mr Gateley.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 08:33:02 I shouldn't think so, Sussex.
That's shocking. RIP Stephen I wonder if anyone had tickets to see Boyzone. ;) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 09:27:42 Facebook has already turned into some sort of memorial page. I'm surprised the news has been contained to a single thread on here.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 09:45:13 Sorry chaps didnt realise it was on here..put a thread up...either way its sad news.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 10:57:33 Ace. I think he may have actually been on my real life list of people I want to be executed.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:00:31 :D
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:01:19 Can i put Ronan Keating on next years list?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:06:19 I haven't actually bothered to read/hear any proper news on this yet, I presume you aren't all making it up to fool me.
How did he die? Gay? Suicide? Drugs? Barrymored by Andy Peters? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dell boy on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:10:05 I haven't actually bothered to read/hear any proper news on this yet, I presume you aren't all making it up to fool me. How did he die? Gay? Suicide? Drugs? Barrymored by Andy Peters? He fell asleep and did not wake up. There has got to be something dodgy(doggy) about his death. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:11:43 Could have choked....people do if they are hammered sometimes.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:11:57 Not sure, no cause as yet.
It could be a bad day for irish music if the two twins (Thrush) get voted out of x-factor..... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:27:49 scary. 33 years old, fell asleep and didn't wake up.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:33:25 Not sure, no cause as yet. It could be a bad day for irish music if the two twins (Thrush) get voted out of x-factor..... Bad Day? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 11:44:31 Bad day for them,
Good day for us! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 12:11:35 Bad day for them, Good day for us! You're kidding right? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 12:26:36 Not sure what you mean
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 12:27:07 Think he meant good day for us if the pretend singing twins were voted out.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 12:27:40 Yes leefer.
Not a good day somebody died obviously Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 12:40:16 They are shocking...i could sing better than them..indeed i was yesterday in the Town End....the refereeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees a wankerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.......to be fair he did ok i thaught.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 13:52:32 They're this year's entertainment. Think the Chico of 2009.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Sunday, October 11, 2009, 15:52:57 They're this year's entertainment. Think the Chico of 2009. i agree, keep em in Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 13:22:05 Isnt Blanche of Corrie well poorly?
That is sad - shes my fav person in Corrie - I aspire to be like Blanche when Im an old lady Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Doore on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 13:28:45 She's not real - its an actress don't you know.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 13:36:26 Thats why I said I aspire to be like Blanche not the lady that plays her - Bum chops! :nerner: :nerner:
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Doore on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 13:39:59 But is she ill in the soap, or is the actress ill? I'm confused. If its the character who is ill, your sadness is a bit strange. If its the actress that makes more sense.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 13:40:58 Its the actress dont worry Im not a total fruitloop
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Doore on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 13:42:58 Its the actress I see. Im not a total fruitloop Up for debate... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 14:22:02 I reckon you should change your name to Blanche of Corrie.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 14:52:56 Why?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: DV on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 15:22:11 because being associated with Blanche is far better than being associated with Jamie Cureton.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Doore on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 15:23:00 because being associated with Herpes is far better than being associated with Jamie Cureton. Agreed. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 15:25:10 tee hee! Meh I dont even think about why my name is what it is anymore
Its History - no point in regrets! ;) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 15:57:31 I always assumed you meant Yeovil Red.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 15:59:25 I can mean whatever you want it to mean! :)
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 16:00:44 In that case, I accept. See you at 19:30.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 16:01:17 mwhhahahahaaa!!! cheeky sod!
Best Line Ive heard all week! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 16:01:40 :D
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 16:14:53 If you read out 'jayoaitchenn' out loud, it will be like you're spelling out the individual letters in the name Jamie.
I think it's an omen. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 16:25:16 If you read the word "read" out loud, do you say read or read? Or even reed? It's just so confusing.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: alanmayes on Monday, November 16, 2009, 12:52:54 Actor Edward Woodward has died.He was well known for the films The Wicker Man and
Breaker Morant.TV series included Callan and The Equaliser. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: nevillew on Monday, November 16, 2009, 13:12:19 Actor Edward Woodward has died.He was well known for the films The Wicker Man and Breaker Morant.TV series included Callan and The Equaliser. We always seem to be talking about a late equaliser on this site. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Monday, November 16, 2009, 13:19:46 We always seem to be talking about a late equaliser on this site. :D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Fred Elliot on Monday, November 16, 2009, 13:19:57 Nice Nev
:D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Monday, November 16, 2009, 14:56:36 Actor Edward Woodward has died. Good harvest then this year. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, November 16, 2009, 14:59:24 Did he have 3 wooden heads?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Monday, November 16, 2009, 15:46:52 Ive only had one death!! and just over a month left!! this is NOT good!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Monday, November 16, 2009, 16:33:44 Heres hoping Katie Price gets it in the jungle.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jim on Monday, November 16, 2009, 19:50:59 Ewar Woowar
Died of a vitamin D deficiency Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Monday, November 16, 2009, 20:04:38 Heres hoping Katie Price gets it in the jungle. She did last time. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, 09:46:31 Im not on about AIDS leefer.
Hopefully a crocodile chomps away or something Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: DV on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 18:07:33 did anyone have blanche from corrie?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: nochee on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 21:14:15 did anyone have blanche from corrie? A couple of times, she was crap tho. RIP (of course) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 21:38:59 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/southamerica/argentina/6706953/Ex-Miss-Argentina-dies-after-operation-to-tone-buttocks.html
How Bizarre. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nemo on Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 21:51:12 From the "Also being read" section, this gem:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/6671018/Obese-air-passenger-in-economy-seat-has-picture-taken.html Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Sunday, December 20, 2009, 21:36:29 who has won this then? we having a 2010 compo?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Sunday, December 20, 2009, 23:35:05 Yeah yeah...predictions in by end of play 2009
10 each... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: flammableBen on Monday, December 21, 2009, 01:54:56 I think yeovil has probably won, but I haven't been keeping track.
Don't PM me for next year. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: DUNSWORTHY on Friday, January 8, 2010, 12:37:10 who has won this then? we having a 2010 compo? Is there going to be a comp this season???? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: suttonred on Friday, January 8, 2010, 14:07:38 I think yeovil has probably won, but I haven't been keeping track. Don't PM me for next year. Cue 200 pm's ;) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: ghanimah on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 12:55:20 Here's everybody's predictions. Sorry it's a few days late. Busy Times. ghanimah 1. Barack Obama 2. Sir Bobby Robson 3. Michael Foot 4. Eunice Kennedy Shriver 5. Zsar Zsar Gabor 6. Peter Walwyn 7. Artie Lange 8. Chapman Pincher 9. Shaun Tait 10. Álvaro Uribe Two months out in my prediction. Oh well http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/8547228.stm RIP Mr Foot Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 18:29:23 Anybody have the dodgy bloke off place in the sun....
Digby?? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 18:56:03 Anybody have the dodgy bloke off place in the sun.... a bit late for 2009Digby?? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Sunday, December 9, 2012, 13:24:55 Patrick Moore, a popular choice for 2009, has died aged 89.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-20657939 RIP Gamesmaster. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, December 9, 2012, 13:57:14 Quote Moore was noted for his conservative political views. In the 1970s, he was Chairman of the anti-immigration United Country Party, a position he held until the party was absorbed by the New Britain Party in 1980. He campaigned for Edmund Iremonger in 1979, as both men agreed that the French and Germans were not to be trusted.[58] Iremonger and Moore gave up political campaigning after deciding that they were Thatcherites.[58] Moore later campaigned on behalf of Douglas Denny (UKIP) for the Chichester constituency in 2001.[59] A Tory voter for many years, he remained a supporter and patron of the eurosceptic UK Independence Party until his death.[60] He briefly supported the Liberal Party in the 1950s, though condemned the Liberal Democrats, stating that he believed that they could alter their position radically and "would happily join up with the BNP or the Socialist Workers Party... if [by doing so] they could win a few extra votes."[59] He also stated his admiration for the Official Monster Raving Loony Party,[61] and wrote in his autobiography that Liechtenstein had the best political system in the world.[62] Moore was a critic of George W. Bush's Iraq War,[63] and has stated that "the world was a safer place when Ronald Reagan was in the White House".[64] Proudly declaring himself to be English (rather than British) with "not the slightest wish to integrate with anybody",[61] he stated his admiration for controversial former MP politician Enoch Powell.[65] Moore devoted an entire chapter ("The Weak Arm of the Law") of his autobiography to denouncing modern British society, particularly "motorist-hunting" policemen, sentencing policy, as well as the Race Relations Act, Sex Discrimination Act and the "Thought Police / Politically Correct Brigade".[66] He later wrote that "homosexuals are mainly responsible for the spreading of AIDS (the Garden of Eden is home of Adam and Eve, not Adam and Steve)".[67] However he cites his opposition to blood sports and capital punishment to dispute claims that he has radical ultra right-wing views.[61] In an interview with Radio Times, he provocatively asserted that the BBC was being "ruined by women", commenting that: "The trouble is that the BBC now is run by women and it shows: soap operas, cooking, quizzes, kitchen-sink plays. You wouldn’t have had that in the golden days." In response, a BBC spokeswoman described Moore as being one of TV's best-loved figures and remarked that his "forthright" views were "what we all love about him".[68] In his June 2002 appearance on Room 101 he banished female news readers into Room 101.[69] "I may be accused of being a dinosaur, but I would remind you that dinosaurs ruled the Earth for a very long time." —Moore responds to those who criticise his Euro-sceptic and right-wing beliefs.[70] What a lost treasure Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Abrahammer on Sunday, December 9, 2012, 14:03:55 Met him when I was a kid, he was a rude arrogant cunt.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 11:44:35 My death prediction for 2013 - Piers Morgan
Shot by an AR-15 by a gunman with no sense of irony. It's a shoe in. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 12:11:16 The Queen or Prince Philip
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 12:40:15 Bruce Forsythe or Prince Phillip is a good shout.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 12:49:04 Reckon Maggie is a cert
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Posh Red on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 13:54:54 Reckon Maggie is a cert Is there any truth in the rumour that the growth she had to have surgically removed was a conscience Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 14:10:20 No - she was born without one
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Summerof69 on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 16:16:49 Gerry Anderson, of Thunderbirds and Stingray fame, has died.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Posh Red on Wednesday, December 26, 2012, 18:54:30 No - she was born without one That was the point, she grew one & had to have it surgically removed Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 10:11:40 Is there any truth in the rumour that the growth she had to have surgically removed was a conscience She did have an arsehole transplant but it rejected her. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 10:22:27 Mind you, all the crap Maggie put into legislation which was vilified by Labour at the time - they repealed none of it when they got into power.
All hypocrites Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 12:47:39 George Bush snr is in intensive care. Could be a late year-early year casualty
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 14:48:53 nelson mandela will be a gonner in 2013.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 18:40:48 nelson mandela will be a gonner in 2013. Evens it will be 2012. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 19:28:16 I'm not feeling too well
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Gnasher on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 19:31:01 I'm sticking with Brucie.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 19:35:38 Good Game, Good Game!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, December 27, 2012, 19:42:04 I'm sticking with Brucie. Brucie is immortal Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Friday, December 28, 2012, 12:24:50 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Friday, December 28, 2012, 13:28:59 6 feet lower!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: THE FLASH on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, 20:37:11 Hugh heffner looks shook
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dave_bambers_right_sock on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, 21:51:31 nelson mandela will be a gonner in 2013. Has he started supporting Arsenal then?Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, January 2, 2013, 22:33:11 Ahhhhh Ben I lived this game!! Bloody hell that I had winehouse down in 2009!!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: BruceChatwin on Monday, January 21, 2013, 21:16:01 Michael Winner dies, in uninteresting celebrity death news.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Monday, January 21, 2013, 21:36:25 My banker had been Hugo Chavez but my new outside tip is Yellows Forum
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dave_bambers_right_sock on Saturday, January 26, 2013, 11:43:31 Burt Reynolds in intensive care
http://news.sky.com/story/1043120/burt-reynolds-admitted-to-intensive-care (http://news.sky.com/story/1043120/burt-reynolds-admitted-to-intensive-care) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: carbonwhite on Monday, January 28, 2013, 18:53:49 Pete doherty
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: FormerlyPlymRed on Monday, January 28, 2013, 20:32:46 Piers Morgan, bound to be shot by some nut from the NRA
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Monday, January 28, 2013, 20:33:49 Hes hoping
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, January 28, 2013, 20:44:14 Abusing Piers Morgan on twitter just wouldn't be the same if he was dead.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bogus Dave on Sunday, February 3, 2013, 15:44:21 David Oates, the Football and Rugby League commentator on 5Live, has died this afternoon.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, February 3, 2013, 16:34:47 I think this could be Gazza's year...http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/21311843
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Notts red on Sunday, February 3, 2013, 16:39:02 I think this could be Gazza's year...http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/21311843 Think the only way of saving Gazza now would be to lock him up and throw away the Key. It's a shame because absolutely everybody knows its coming ! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Benzel on Sunday, February 3, 2013, 16:46:46 So does he and he doesn't fucking care.
It's tragic. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Notts red on Sunday, February 3, 2013, 17:34:23 Muhammad Ali in hospital, his brother said he could be gone soon. A true Legend.
Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, February 3, 2013, 18:37:37 Think the only way of saving Gazza now would be to lock him up and throw away the Key. It's a shame because absolutely everybody knows its coming ! The thing that fucking annoys me is that there were 500 people in that audience who saw what he was like on stage and were laughing at him. His agent should have taken him away, but no, the agent darren just fucking sits there Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 08:31:53 RIP Reg Presley used to see him in Old Town a bit when I lived in Swindon, nice bloke even though he went a bit mad in his alien searches around Avebury where he lived for many years.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 08:39:14 Ah, The Troggs brings back memories.
RIP Reg Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 10:42:11 RIP Reg
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 14:57:58 RIP Reg Bloody hell, reading this scrolling up from the bottom i though you ment our Reg Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 17:07:11 Bloody hell, reading this scrolling up from the bottom i though you ment our Reg He's immortal surely !!?? or was that immoral ?Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: wiggy on Thursday, March 7, 2013, 22:11:58 I always got Kenny Ball and Kenny Baker muddled up.
For the record, Kenny Ball was the one who didn't play cornet for the soundtrack to The Beiderbeck Trilogy. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, March 11, 2013, 14:28:00 Disappointing to see Tony Gubba died today after a short illness, a very good football commentator.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dalumpimunki on Monday, March 11, 2013, 14:50:35 I always got Kenny Ball and Kenny Baker muddled up. For the record, Kenny Ball was the one who didn't play cornet for the soundtrack to The Beiderbeck Trilogy. Just for a minute I imagined you struggling to tell the difference between a trad jazz trumpeter and band leader and the little fellah out of the Time Bandits. I now have a mental picture of R2D2 playing the cornet. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, March 11, 2013, 15:01:29 Am I the only one disappointed the TEF didn't predict these?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, March 11, 2013, 15:02:18 Disappointing to see Tony Gubba died today after a short illness, a very good football commentator. Indeed. Much better than Motson, Up there with Brian Moore (who's head looked uncannily like London Planetarium). Also immortalised by HMHB:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZOXhxnes-4 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, March 29, 2013, 10:20:22 Uncle Monty has died :(
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-21973505 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Gibbons on Thursday, April 18, 2013, 20:45:36 Storm Thorgerson (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22210378)
[url width=500 height=500]http://userserve-ak.last.fm/serve/500/40625357/Wish+You+Were+Here.png[/url] Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 08:54:54 Tony Grealish the ex Orient, Brighton, Luton and Eire midfielder aged 56 died of cancer, always played well against us back in the 70's and 80's a proper tenacious tackler.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 09:59:46 Storm Thorgerson (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22210378) [url width=500 height=500]http://userserve-ak.last.fm/serve/500/40625357/Wish+You+Were+Here.png[/url] No wonder he's dead. He's on fire in that picture (This is a joke. I do know who Storm is as he just did the biffy album artwork) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Gibbons on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 17:28:42 No wonder he's dead. He's on fire in that picture (This is a joke. I do know who Storm is as he just did the biffy album artwork) I was unaware of this, but having just gone to have a look it is certainly very recognisable as a Storm Thorgerson - which goes to show how well developed his style is/was I suppose. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 19:56:24 Tony Grealish the ex Orient, Brighton, Luton and Eire midfielder aged 56 died of cancer, always played well against us back in the 70's and 80's a proper tenacious tackler. Good player...sad news,little bearded growler of a player. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nemo on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 20:36:26 Did you really just use the phrase "bearded growler" without any pun intended?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 20:39:27 Did you really just use the phrase "bearded growler" without any pun intended? Yes :D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, 20:42:14 Example the musician is the nephew of Tony Grealish.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bedford Red on Monday, May 27, 2013, 12:41:00 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22680499
Bill Pertwee from Dad's Army now gone. I think that only leaves the vicar and Mrs Fox alive now.... Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: herthab on Monday, May 27, 2013, 14:05:23 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-22680499 Isn't private Pike (Ian Lavender) still in the land of the living?Bill Pertwee from Dad's Army now gone. I think that only leaves the vicar and Mrs Fox alive now.... Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Gibbons on Monday, May 27, 2013, 14:24:20 Isn't private Pike (Ian Lavender) still in the land of the living? Don't tell him, Bedford Red! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bedford Red on Monday, May 27, 2013, 15:08:33 Isn't private Pike (Ian Lavender) still in the land of the living? So he is, i had forgotten about him. That's good then, 3 still survive! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Fred Elliot on Monday, May 27, 2013, 21:44:15 Am I the only one disappointed the TEF didn't predict these? We didn't have Dr Chang then did we Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Sunday, June 9, 2013, 19:26:29 RIP Iain Banks. Decent bloke.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Levi lapper on Sunday, June 9, 2013, 23:02:35 RIP Iain Banks. Decent bloke. And a damn good writer too RIPTitle: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: TungstenCarbide on Monday, June 10, 2013, 07:40:09 Iain Banks will be sadly missed (by me anyway). My favourite author. Great writer and a top bloke...
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Monday, June 10, 2013, 10:01:14 Definitely in my top 5 too. Will have to re-read the Culture novels and the Wasp Factory in his memory.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dalumpimunki on Monday, June 10, 2013, 21:23:39 Definitely in my top 5 too. Will have to re-read the Culture novels and the Wasp Factory in his memory. I've got used to there being a new Banks novel each year since I was about 17/18. I'm going to miss them. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Berniman on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 00:27:16 Tony Soprano! Noooooooooooooooooooooooo.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-22980414 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Abrahammer on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 05:42:16 Celebrity deaths never bother me but this guy played the greatest character ever seen on a TV screen.
I'm absolutely gutted Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: BruceChatwin on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 07:04:28 "At the end, you probably don't hear anything, everything just goes black."
RIP. Title: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 10:04:43 Time to watch the Sopranos I think.
Title: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 10:15:55 Time to watch the Sopranos I think. im getting through it at an average of 4 a day. Why I let this superb programme pass me by when it was running I don't knowTitle: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ginginho on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 11:04:48 Same as that, arriba. Just started series 4, it's great
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 11:05:21 One of the best shows to have ever been on TV.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Thursday, June 20, 2013, 11:36:07 Same as that, arriba. Just started series 4, it's great That's where i am. One of the best shows to have ever been on TV. Agree. Actually,thinking about it watching the lot in one go isn't a bad thing as it does keep me up with it with no breaks in time Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 06:28:10 RIP Mick Aston of Time Team fame :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 07:48:40 RIP Mick Aston of Time Team fame :( Just seen this elsewhere....very sad news. Any man with a taste for stripey jumpers and bad hair is OK by me. The really sad bit, is that Mick had a falling out with TT, a couple of series back...I'd kind of hoped to see some kissing and making up. A seriously great educator, who will be missed. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 08:20:52 The really sad bit, is that Mick had a falling out with TT, a couple of series back...I'd kind of hoped to see some kissing and making up. TT has been axed Reg, Mick missed the last season because he thought they taken too much of archaeological "just come out the ground" content out of it. And he was right. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 08:32:43 TT has been axed Reg, Mick missed the last season because he thought they taken too much of archaeological "just come out the ground" content out of it. And he was right. I know...had hoped though that there might have been something like the recent Julian Richards' effort...where he revisited some MtA digs, 15 or so years later, to see how thinking had changed in the following years. There must be plenty of potential for updating TT sites. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Tuesday, June 25, 2013, 11:02:41 One of the best shows to have ever been on TV. Agreed. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Monday, July 1, 2013, 10:27:28 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-23125488
RIP Jim Kelly, the dude with the 'fro from Enter The Dragon. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, July 4, 2013, 14:15:13 RIP Bernie Nolan, she suffered a long time with cancer and it finally got her 2 years after she was given the all clear, she was only 52.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 13:53:41 RIP Mel Smith.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23390982#TWEET828287 I loved Not the nine o'clock news as a kid. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 14:22:44 RIP Mel Smith. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-23390982#TWEET828287 I loved Not the nine o'clock news as a kid. I did too ( though not as a kid ).Quite shocked by that. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 14:46:08 Really saddened by Mel Smith's early death. RIP.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bedford Red on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 15:59:17 I loved Not the Nine o' clock news when i was growing up as well, and watched a lot of the Alas Smith and Jones series. Didn't realise he was 60, but still far too young an age to go
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 17:06:22 Damn, RIP Mel Smith. Didn't seem well on Celeb Mastermind to me though this could be unrelated.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Paolo69 on Saturday, July 20, 2013, 17:24:10 Damn, RIP Mel Smith. Didn't seem well on Celeb Mastermind to me though this could be unrelated. Addicted to painkillers for years according to the news. Used to take 50 a day. Not going to help anyway that. RIP Mel. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Sunday, July 21, 2013, 09:15:47 Alas Smith and Jones was brilliant.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nemo on Sunday, October 27, 2013, 17:32:23 Lou Reed's just popped his clogs.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: BruceChatwin on Friday, November 15, 2013, 08:07:57 Andy Kaufman? Alive or dead?
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-24939133 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-24939133) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: BruceChatwin on Friday, November 15, 2013, 08:11:52 Still dead, to answer my own question.
http://edition.cnn.com/2013/11/14/showbiz/andy-kaufman-alive-or-not/ (http://edition.cnn.com/2013/11/14/showbiz/andy-kaufman-alive-or-not/) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bedford Red on Sunday, December 22, 2013, 09:49:23 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/25476668
Amazed nobody else has posted this, sad news about David Coleman yesterday. Nice to see tributes on MOTD last night. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: bigbobjoylove on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 13:23:37 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-25497013
Quote The inventor of the Kalashnikov assault rifle, Mikhail Kalashnikov, has died aged 94, Russian officials say. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 13:51:58 Bigger killstreak than Hitler and Stalin put together. Good riddance.
Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: herthab on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 15:07:26 Bigger killstreak than Hitler and Stalin put together. Good riddance. Your logic is quite breathtaking.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 15:10:10 Former Palace chairman Ron Noades has died of Cancer today.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, 21:39:23 Bigger killstreak than Hitler and Stalin put together. Good riddance. So you put inventor before user? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 01:08:05 Well he created it so he is indirectly responsible for every death at the hands of an AK.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: @MacPhlea on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 04:19:10 Well he created it so he is indirectly responsible for every death at the hands of an AK. I wish we knew who that murderous bastard was who invented the knife, they have a lot to answer for as well... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 21:43:32 Would have been some caveman with a bit of flint I'd imagine, but that's totally different as it would have been used as a tool too.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: singingiiiffy on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 22:44:43 450k :girlgiggle:
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 23:17:33 ???
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Friday, December 27, 2013, 13:40:26 http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/original-wayne-rooney-wayne-harrison-6447491
Sad news. Remember him being the next big thing when moving to Liverpool for a wad of money. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, 20:25:47 RIP Uncle Phil
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25572065 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, 22:45:22 :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, 22:51:26 RIP Uncle Phil http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-25572065 Aw man, 2014 sucks balls already. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Monday, January 13, 2014, 18:39:35 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-25709371
Going back to people having a go at me about Kalashnikov ultimately being responsible for every death at the hands of an AK. Have a read. Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: herthab on Monday, January 13, 2014, 21:52:07 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-25709371 'Old bloke in hedging his bets shock'. The person who pulls the trigger is to blame, not the inventor.Going back to people having a go at me about Kalashnikov ultimately being responsible for every death at the hands of an AK. Have a read. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:14:47 RIP Trigger.
http://news.sky.com/story/1196137/trigger-of-only-fools-and-horses-has-died Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:23:43 :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:28:00 "Watcha Dave" :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Summerof69 on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:31:52 RIP Trigger.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: london_red on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:36:44 Hope he's buried with his broom.
RIP Trig Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:44:36 RIP Trigger
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: suttonred on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 12:59:33 Crap that's genuinely shocked me.
Title: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 13:11:24 No!!!!
RIP, Trig. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bewster on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 13:40:31 Sad News
"If it's a boy they're naming it Rodney, after Dave" ;D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fuzzy on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 14:56:59 Roadsweeper, Farmer (Vicar of Dibley) Ministry of Magic (Barty Crouch in Harry Potter). Greta bloke and a joy to watch.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 15:22:16 That's horrible news, I saw him only last year in Twelfth Night with Stephen Fry. RIP
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 15:53:27 Roger Lloyd-Pack made Trigger his own with fantastic comic timing. As important as David Jason in Only Fools and had a fine career and was much loved. RIP.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 18:08:29 :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 19:40:18 Roadsweeper, Farmer (Vicar of Dibley) Ministry of Magic (Barty Crouch in Harry Potter). Greta bloke and a joy to watch. And Jake Klinger in 2poin4 Children. The Portmeirion 'prisoner' episode was great. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Posh Red on Thursday, January 16, 2014, 19:55:47 Sad News "If it's a boy they're naming it Rodney, after Dave" ;D :D RIP Trigger Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: bigbobjoylove on Friday, January 17, 2014, 16:47:02 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-25772192
Interesting fellow. His book is well worth a read. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fittons_coaching_badge on Friday, January 17, 2014, 20:07:10 What happened to that old poster Pericarp? He was nicknamed Trig for being a bit slow.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Friday, January 17, 2014, 20:22:04 What happened to that old poster Pericarp? He was nicknamed Trig for being a bit slow. I don't think he's died if that's what you're getting at.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fittons_coaching_badge on Friday, January 17, 2014, 20:22:36 No but are you sure?
Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: london_red on Saturday, January 18, 2014, 11:18:42 What happened to that old poster Pericarp? He was nicknamed Trig for being a bit slow. He went to a game with otanswell the season before last and hasn't been seen since! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, January 18, 2014, 11:26:13 Pericarp was actually very smart. Just didn't always come across that way.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, January 18, 2014, 11:30:04 Wasn't he a maths genuis, or something like that?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, January 18, 2014, 11:36:16 I think he was, yes.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dporter on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 17:40:13 His disappearance from the TEF ties in with him starting uni, he obviously got a bit of a life rather than being stuck in his school dorm the whole time.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 17:43:00 Maths it's maths!!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 18:31:07 well I'm not gonna say it..
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 18:51:31 Maths it's maths!! Oops. That was a typo, Americans calling it math is actually a pet peeve of mine. Fixed accordingly. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 19:53:15 Pericarp probably is a maths genius, in a Mercury Rising autistic type way.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, January 22, 2014, 10:48:12 He has a beautiful mind
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, January 25, 2014, 14:40:22 Getting back to predictions... I reckon Justin Bieber will kill himself within the next couple of years or so, intentionally or otherwise.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, January 25, 2014, 14:45:26 Getting back to predictions... I reckon Justin Bieber will kill himself within the next couple of years or so, intentionally or otherwise. I said exactly the same thing to my wife a couple of days ago, I think he will overdose or die in an accident from drunk driving possibly.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, January 25, 2014, 14:50:11 Or even suicide. He may well do a Brittany spears and lose the plot, his feet aren't exactly firmly grounded.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Saturday, January 25, 2014, 16:39:29 Getting back to predictions... I reckon Justin Bieber will kill himself within the next couple of years or so, intentionally or otherwise. I said the same about Harry Styles from One Direction. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: bigbobjoylove on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 18:45:15 http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304626804579358943360702878?mod=WSJ_NY_LEFTTopStories
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 18:48:16 Tony Hateley the ex Villa, Chelsea and Liverpool striker and father of Mark the ex England striker died today.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 19:00:13 Philip Seymour Hoffman reported dead at 46!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Abrahammer on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 19:01:56 Absolute brilliant actor, had his issues over the years though.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 19:06:20 Philip Seymour Hoffman reported dead at 46! I've just finished watching the running games film with him in it. The movie ends and the first thing I learn is that he's a gonner. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 19:22:03 Maybe I cursed him. I might watch a Nicholas Cage movie next.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 19:23:33 As long as its not gone in 60'seconds
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 20:37:33 I'm a big fan of Philip Seymour Hoffman's work. His Paul Thomas Anderson collaborations were particularly brilliant. Then you've got Lebowski, Capote, Moneyball and his small yet great role as Lester Bangs in Almost Famous.
He also did some greatly depressing stuff like 'Happiness' and 'Synecdoche, New York'. Ultimately, Hoffman did a great job making amends for appearing in Twister! Farewell. (http://media.giphy.com/media/NTPRKbTl6pUZy/giphy.gif) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 20:43:27 Brilliant actor. All the more shocking, somehow, because he had the looks & gravitas of someone a fair bit older than 46 years old. I was genuinely surprised to hear he was so young. That's no age at all. Very sad.
Title: Re: Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 22:08:35 Brilliant actor and a sad loss.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 22:31:11 Was he the 'wacky' one in twister?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Sunday, February 2, 2014, 22:35:12 Was he the 'wacky' one in twister? He was a loose cannon, man. Luckily, I doubt his legacy will be the 'wacky one in Twister'. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, February 3, 2014, 09:44:05 I genuinely don't think I have seen a film with this fella in it.
I suspect I am in the minority! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Monday, February 3, 2014, 09:57:42 I genuinely don't think I have seen a film with this fella in it. I suspect I am in the minority! Rapid education for you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXAeLWn5AYQ&feature=youtu.be Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Monday, February 3, 2014, 10:28:08 He was good in along came Polly, with Ben Stiller & Jennifer Anniston.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fuzzy on Monday, February 3, 2014, 10:41:38 He was fucking ace as Gust Avrakotos in Charlie Wilsons War
"Yeah, well I'd like to take a moment to review the several ways in which you're a douche bag?" Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, February 3, 2014, 10:44:25 I genuinely don't think I have seen a film with this fella in it. Nope me neither.I suspect I am in the minority! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: brocklesby red on Monday, February 3, 2014, 10:51:06 Great in Magnolia as well. Outstanding actor and very sorry to hear the terrible news this morning
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: suttonred on Monday, February 3, 2014, 11:30:50 I genuinely don't think I have seen a film with this fella in it. I suspect I am in the minority! He's never done any mucky films... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, February 3, 2014, 11:35:10 He's never done any mucky films... You mean like Ghostbusters? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, February 3, 2014, 12:20:53 You mean like Ghostbusters? Well mucky film, one bird was covered in ectoplasm. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Saturday, February 8, 2014, 21:10:12 Shaktar Donetsk striker Maicon killed in a car accident today.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: wiggy on Tuesday, February 18, 2014, 21:26:59 Devo guitarist Bob Casale died today.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJT_MKA3i04 Title: Re: Post by: Batch on Monday, February 24, 2014, 17:46:25 Looks like ghostbusters writer and star Harold 'Egon' Ramis has died :(
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Monday, February 24, 2014, 17:49:06 National Lampoon's Vacation, Caddyshack, Stripes, Groundhog Day...
More than just Egon. :( Title: Re: Post by: Batch on Monday, February 24, 2014, 17:50:34 Yes, very true. Loads of great comedy.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, February 24, 2014, 18:06:18 RIP Egon.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Summerof69 on Monday, February 24, 2014, 18:58:18 RIP Egon
Just noticed that Ghostbusters is 30 years old this year.That makes me feel old. And he co-wrote both Stripes and Ghostbusters. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Monday, February 24, 2014, 19:13:34 :( RIP Egon. Loved that film, saw it as a 14 year old at the cinema. Good characters, complimented by the right actors for the roles.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, February 24, 2014, 19:21:46 Devo guitarist Bob Casale died today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJT_MKA3i04 Are we not men? We are Devo! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, February 28, 2014, 22:15:47 http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-26394100
Quote Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman died of an accidental overdose of a mixture of drugs including heroin, cocaine, amphetamine, and benzodiazepine, officials have said. Isn't that a bit like an 'accidental' death from playing with loaded weapons? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Friday, February 28, 2014, 23:08:48 Yep, that'll do it.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Friday, February 28, 2014, 23:15:57 "Oh no, I appear to have slipped onto these needles and whilst crying out in surprise swallowed all these pills that I left lying around, silly me. I am a klutz!"
I presume the 'accidental' part is basically saying 'this wasn't suicide, he was just greedy.' Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Friday, March 14, 2014, 07:39:34 Bad week for the old school socialists of London. First Bob Crow, and now Tony Benn. I would imagine Ken Livingstone is absolutely shitting it right now.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fatbasher on Friday, March 14, 2014, 08:27:56 This'll make Levi & Reg choke on their Hovis. I actually admired the bloke, didn't agree with his political leanings but a man of conviction who it appeared never waivered from his beliefs.
Still, the tobacco industries loss is the champagne industries gain. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Friday, March 14, 2014, 09:16:27 Tony Benn was a great man. Had alot of time for what he had to say.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Friday, March 14, 2014, 09:19:13 Bad week for the old school socialists of London. First Bob Crow, and now Tony Benn. I would imagine Ken Livingstone is absolutely shitting it right now. I can see Ken Livingstone living to a ripe old age and pissing people off for years to come. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Anteater on Friday, March 14, 2014, 09:20:49 RIP Tony Benn
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, March 14, 2014, 10:08:05 This'll make Levi & Reg choke on their Hovis. I actually admired the bloke, didn't agree with his political leanings but a man of conviction who it appeared never waivered from his beliefs. Still, the tobacco industries loss is the champagne industries gain. I listened to a speech by Tony in the summer....it was clear he didn't have too long left, but still made the effort, this country is a lot worse off now for his passing. Ideas though live on...I can thoroughly recommend his book....Arguments for Democracy Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Friday, March 14, 2014, 14:34:05 This is sad news. Read his autobiography a while back and, while not agreeing much with his views, at least he didn't waiver with public opinion.
A conviction politician Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 14, 2014, 14:36:38 This is sad news. Read his autobiography a while back and, while not agreeing much with his views, at least he didn't waiver with public opinion. A conviction politician What, he spent time in prison? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: adje on Friday, March 14, 2014, 19:20:50 a rarity-a politician who always told the truth
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Friday, March 14, 2014, 19:43:27 Sad to hear the news of Tony Benn's passing. Like others I didn't agree with all he had to say, but he was a 'proper' politician who stood for what he felt was right. To think we have to put up with Mps like Justin Tomlinson these days. Says it all really.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Friday, March 14, 2014, 19:55:55 I do agree that Tony Benn was a conviction politician. But I also feel that, ironically, those convictions played a part in making his party unelectable for the best part of a generation. The electorate resoundingly rejected the left-wing agenda he & Michael Foot (among others) were pushing in the late 1970s/early 1980s. All very noble, & I don't want to denigrate it necessarily. It's just that there are many out there who hold him responsible for keeping Labour out of office for so long and cementing Thatcher's hold on the electoral centre ground in her early years.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Friday, March 14, 2014, 20:54:06 I would have thought Michael Foot made Labour unelectable on his own.
That donkey jacket he wore at the Remembrance Day was a defining moment. Always thought is strange that Labour has never found their equivalent of Thatcher - Tony Benn was probably the closest. Title: Re: Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, March 14, 2014, 21:07:34 I thought it interesting that Cameron's remarks on his passing made no mention of Benn as a politician whatsoever.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, March 14, 2014, 21:13:35 I do agree that Tony Benn was a conviction politician. But I also feel that, ironically, those convictions played a part in making his party unelectable for the best part of a generation. The electorate resoundingly rejected the left-wing agenda he & Michael Foot (among others) were pushing in the late 1970s/early 1980s. All very noble, & I don't want to denigrate it necessarily. It's just that there are many out there who hold him responsible for keeping Labour out of office for so long and cementing Thatcher's hold on the electoral centre ground in her early years. Nevertheless 8.5 million people voted for such measures as the abandoning of Trident, and removal of all US bases from the UK...good to have the option even if unsuccessful....you can't complain about politicians doing what they believe to be right, then complain that they should alter their policies to be electable. In the 83 election the votes cast for Labour + SDP/Libs...outweighed those cast for Thatcher. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Friday, March 14, 2014, 22:29:57 Was the alternative any better?
Were the Tory years worth it? A big fucking no from me. Socialism is the right way. It's just that everyone is too selfish and greedy for it to happen. Maybe one day humans will come to their senses though. Unlikely in my lifetime I think. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: chalkies_shorts on Friday, March 14, 2014, 23:45:04 I would have thought Michael Foot made Labour unelectable on his own. History looks very unkindly on Michael Foot mainly because of the way he looked. he was a fantastic speaker and a tremendous intellect although he was a massive Argyle fan. He was never a leader though. That donkey jacket he wore at the Remembrance Day was a defining moment. Always thought is strange that Labour has never found their equivalent of Thatcher - Tony Benn was probably the closest. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 03:42:00 Aside from the speaker and Plymouth bits, you've just described Miliband.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fatbasher on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 06:16:02 History looks very unkindly on Michael Foot mainly because of the way he looked. he was a fantastic speaker and a tremendous intellect although he was a massive Argyle fan. He was never a leader though. He was also a coward (contientious objector) and refused to fight for his country during WW2 and was interned. Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: herthab on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 06:41:25 He was also a coward (contientious objector) and refused to fight for his country during WW2 and was interned. I don't think a conscientious objector can automatically be labelled as a coward. There are many reasons people refused to fight, not just self preservation.Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fatbasher on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 07:06:19 I don't think a conscientious objector can automatically be labelled as a coward. There are many reasons people refused to fight, not just self preservation. Fucking coward, end of. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 09:37:37 I don't think you're getting the 'conscientious objector' part of conscientious objector, are you?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 09:47:26 Socialism is the right way. History and evidence proves you wrong there Arriba. None of the 'isms' has ever worked - socialism, communism, fascism. They are all simply immoral wealth redistribution systems. Quote It's just that everyone is too selfish and greedy for it to happen. Maybe one day humans will come to their senses though. It is basic human nature to maximise your own resources. It is the way we are wired and it is why none of the above ever work because the minority of sociopaths who inevitably gravitate to power do so to the detriment of the rest of the population. Hence why we need an environment where achieving as much as you can is possible without using force against others. I disagree that "everyone is too selfish and greedy" though. For example - do you care about the poor, the sick and the old? You would say yes, as the overwhelming majority would. So would you help them if they needed it? If you said yes then you are staying with your moral principles. If no, then you obviously don't care about them. So in the absence of socialism, or a government, or a state, or any of the other faulty constructs, those people would be looked after. No socialism required ;D Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 10:24:34 He was also a coward (contientious objector) and refused to fight for his country during WW2 and was interned. Good on him.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Posh Red on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 13:09:24 Fucking coward, end of. I'm assuming you think the same of Muhammad Ali then? Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Red Frog on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 13:12:29 Fucking coward, end of. "End of." like "FACT." at the end of a post are the written equivalent of humming loudly while clapping your hands over your ears. Like saying, don't even offer me an alternative point of view. Pathetic. None of the 'isms' has ever worked - socialism, communism, fascism. Do you include capitalism on your list? Or pragmatism? The suffix -ism just means a system or ideology. Jesus TEF, up your game. Thisis poor. Title: Re: Post by: Batch on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 13:19:00 Lesbianism is my favourite
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 14:24:45 I don't think a conscientious objector can automatically be labelled as a coward. There are many reasons people refused to fight, not just self preservation. Indeed...our most famous player ever(Fleming) would not have taken up arms i am led to believe,wouldn't even play footy on a Sunday so strong was his christian beliefs. I think he was a PE teacher during WW1. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 14:42:51 Fucking coward, end of. What a totally crass and ill thought out statement.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 14:56:24 What a totally crass and ill thought out statement. Yes a sweeping generalistic comment based upon an illeducated attitude to peoples reasons behind their own views.Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 16:17:52 Fucking coward, end of. Jeez fats, you come out with some shit to me when trying to book a room, take a bow, you've surpassed yourself Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fatbasher on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 17:35:35 Jeez fats, you come out with some shit to me when trying to book a room, take a bow, you've surpassed yourself Thank you 4D. Like I said, Fucking Coward. Have you ever wandered around any of the war cemetaries in France? Shock, horror, Reg, Tory Boy UKIP supporter has been to to France and enjoyed it. :D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Posh Red on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 18:19:02 Thank you 4D. Like I said, Fucking Coward. So, Muhammed Ali coward or not? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: adje on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 20:14:44 For someone to endure abuse, ridicule ,scorn and even worse for their beliefs does not suggest cowardice to me
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 21:39:36 For someone to endure abuse, ridicule ,scorn and even worse for their beliefs does not suggest cowardice to me Exactly.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 21:40:04 History and evidence proves you wrong there Arriba. None of the 'isms' has ever worked - socialism, communism, fascism. They are all simply immoral wealth redistribution systems. There are many people that are not looked after imo currently It is basic human nature to maximise your own resources. It is the way we are wired and it is why none of the above ever work because the minority of sociopaths who inevitably gravitate to power do so to the detriment w of the rest of the population. Hence why we need an e nvironment where achieving as much as you can is possible without using force against others. I disagree that "everyone is too selfish and greedy" though. For example - do you care about the poor, the sick and the old? You would say yes, as the overwhelming majority would. So would you help them if they needed it? If you said yes then you are staying with your moral principles. If no, then you obviously don't care about them. So in the absence of socialism, or a government, or a state, or any of the other faulty constructs, those people would be looked after. No socialism required ;D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fatbasher on Saturday, March 15, 2014, 23:24:48 I'm assuming you think the same of Muhammad Ali then? ASSUME = making and ass (though i prefer the term arse) out of u and me. No, not at all. The Americans were not facing iminent in vasion from another country. We were...... :doh: Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Sunday, March 16, 2014, 00:24:22 Do you include capitalism on your list? Or pragmatism? The suffix -ism just means a system or ideology. Yes, I include state capitalism in that list. That's the one where the powers that be are funded by the people with money who want to keep it. It includes the Conservative party. Funnily enough it also encompasses the traditional Labour party, funded by the unions. All as bad as each other. Time to think outside the box and move beyond cronyism. Yes, that's another 'ism' for you ;) Pragmatism as far as I know has never had a look in anywhere. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Sunday, March 16, 2014, 00:25:00 There are many people that are not looked after imo currently Who are they, Arriba? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Sunday, March 16, 2014, 09:45:20 Who are they, Arriba? The homeless, the poor, people who have to wait months for medical procedures because they cannot afford to go private, those who rely on charities to get by. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Dozno9 on Sunday, March 16, 2014, 09:56:44 The homeless, the poor, people who have to wait months for medical procedures because they cannot afford to go private, those who rely on charities to get by. The 'Victims of market forces' according to Mr Benn. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fuzzy on Monday, March 17, 2014, 10:35:40 He was also a coward (contientious objector) and refused to fight for his country during WW2 and was interned. Coward? In wartime, cowards run and hide. Conciencious Objectors stand up and say "No, I will not fight" and take serious shit for it. To be a Conciencious Objector takes courage. (The opinion of someone who did 6 years as an infantryman). Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Monday, March 17, 2014, 13:17:16 One of the Two fat ladies has died, Clarissa Dickson Wright aged 66, i never really got into them but my mum loved watching them.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, March 17, 2014, 13:22:43 Ah well, she'll soon be a bit less fat
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 18:22:08 Fred Phelps is dead.
If there was such a thing as hell, I wish he'd fucking burn in it. Good riddance to the evil cunt. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 18:52:15 Fred Phelps is dead. If there was such a thing as hell, I wish he'd fucking burn in it. Good riddance to the evil cunt. :yay: Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: suttonred on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:00:31 Who is fred phelps?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:08:30 Who is fred phelps? Leader of the Westboro Baptist Church Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:10:01 Who is fred phelps? Have you heard of the Westboro Baptist church? An evil bunch of fuckers. Christian extremists that would do things like picket the funerals of dead soldiers claiming that god did it because of fags (They're American). Fred Phelps was their 'Pastor'. Louis Theroux did a documentary on them: http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xtfgxo_the-most-hated-family-in-america_shortfilms Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:13:32 I hope hundreds of people picket his funeral the hateful arsehole.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: suttonred on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:14:01 Nope never crossed my path before.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:18:36 I hope hundreds of people picket his funeral the hateful arsehole. Whilst pointing and laughing as he is buried. Fucking horrible cunt, surprised no one tried to him over Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:25:04 I tweeted his Son:
@WBCFredJr Your dad is dead. Ha ha ha ha ha ha. ;D Get on it. Title: Re: Post by: otanswell on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:28:47 Haha
Title: Re: Post by: otanswell on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:31:05 Just tweeted him saying the reason his father passed was because he was gay soapy tit wank
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 19:41:44 I tweeted his Son: @WBCFredJr Your dad is dead. Ha ha ha ha ha ha. ;D Get on it. First one i saw. @darth_raper: @WBCFredJr can i sodomize you Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: adje on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 20:12:01 Not all bad tho'. He represented African-American clients in civil rights cases. Phelps received a law degree from Washburn University and opened his own law firm, called Phelps Chartered. He took on racial discrimination cases, and represented two female professors in a gender discrimination case. He received awards from the NAACP, and made up a third of Kansas’s docket for civil rights cases.
Read more: http://www.politico.com/story/2014/03/fred-phelps-westboro-baptist-church-104745.html#ixzz2wXHDEkrq Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 22:14:14 Not all bad tho'. He represented African-American clients in civil rights cases. Phelps received a law degree from Washburn University and opened his own law firm, called Phelps Chartered. He took on racial discrimination cases, and represented two female professors in a gender discrimination case. He received awards from the NAACP, and made up a third of Kansas’s docket for civil rights cases. Read more: http://www.politico.com/story/2014/03/fred-phelps-westboro-baptist-church-104745.html#ixzz2wXHDEkrq But did Phelps make the trains run on time? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 22:21:05 No offence lads, but you making a point at almost enjoying his death puts you in a similar place to them enjoying the death of others. Never get that kind of mentality.
No skin off my nose, but can't agree with it. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 22:25:56 No offence lads, but you making a point at almost enjoying his death Almost? Did you read Flashheart's tweet... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, March 20, 2014, 22:49:13 Shouldn't celebrate anyone's death.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Friday, March 21, 2014, 06:56:22 From Twitter
'I'm going to protest WBC founder Fred Phelps' funeral by attending and behaving in a dignified, respectful manner.' Russell Brand. Spot on. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Amir on Friday, March 21, 2014, 07:09:32 That would depend, Jan, on whether you believe someone deserves a taste of their own medicine, or whether you should appeal to some sort of decency within them by showing them you won't be moved to anger. In the end I don't think it matters which, neither will help because despite what Gandhi believed, some people have no decency.
Also, I know no one has articulated this here, but I hate the idea that you shouldn't speak ill of the dead, as if death absolves you of all blame for the actions of your life. I'm going to have to watch Stewart Lee make up things that Russell Brand has said, to make me feel better. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 09:25:05 No offence lads, but you making a point at almost enjoying his death puts you in a similar place to them enjoying the death of others. Never get that kind of mentality. No skin off my nose, but can't agree with it. Sorry Jan, but that is nonsense. Phelps was nothing but pure evil who hurt other people that had never done a thing wrong to him. Picketing the funerals of dead soldiers and telling the parents it's their fault, it's difficult to think of much worse. The world is better off without people like him. I don't mean to say that as a sound-byte people often say when somebody dies: I mean the world is literally better off without the likes of him in it and I am, literally, pleased that he is no longer on this planet because the alternative is that he is still on the planet spreading his hatred. It's just unfortunate that he has left behind a legacy. And very good on Russell Brand but why is he attending the funeral at all? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 09:46:40 Also, I know no one has articulated this here, but I hate the idea that you shouldn't speak ill of the dead, as if death absolves you of all blame for the actions of your life. I think that may be a throwback from times where people were more religious/superstitious but I agree, why should death mean we can say no bad about a person? They're dead, what difference does it make what we say? Of course there is feelings of the deceased's family to take into consideration, but not in this instance. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:01:20 I think this clip says it all really.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieioDh_NrXE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieioDh_NrXE) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:32:44 There is a touch of hypocrisy creeping into this thread.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:38:51 There is a touch of hypocrisy creeping into this thread. How so? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:46:52 Wasn't the original grumble about disrespecting the dead?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:55:40 Wasn't the original grumble about disrespecting the dead? You've completely missed the point. Do you think picketing the funeral of a soldier and saying good riddance to Fred Phelps are comparable? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Pax Romana on Friday, March 21, 2014, 10:58:43 Sorry Jan, but that is nonsense. Phelps was nothing but pure evil who hurt other people that had never done a thing wrong to him. Picketing the funerals of dead soldiers and telling the parents it's their fault, it's difficult to think of much worse. The world is better off without people like him. I don't mean to say that as a sound-byte people often say when somebody dies: I mean the world is literally better off without the likes of him in it and I am, literally, pleased that he is no longer on this planet because the alternative is that he is still on the planet spreading his hatred. It's just unfortunate that he has left behind a legacy. And very good on Russell Brand but why is he attending the funeral at all? That's not the point being made. Yes he was an evil hate-filled man and I'd agree that the world is better off without him, but tweeting his family to taunt them over his death is showing the same mindless hatred that characterised his sad little life. Do that and we end up in a lynch-mob world where we decide that we are entitled to treat people as badly as they try to treat us. Effectively that it's ok to torture a torturer. By replicating their actions (in the name of moral outrage, common decency etc etc) you legitimise their actions. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Friday, March 21, 2014, 11:02:02 I saw the Louis Theroux program and it did anger me.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 11:02:02 That's not the point being made. Yes he was an evil hate-filled man and I'd agree that the world is better off without him, but tweeting his family to taunt them over his death is showing the same mindless hatred that characterised his sad little life. Do that and we end up in a lynch-mob world where we decide that we are entitled to treat people as badly as they try to treat us. Effectively that it's ok to torture a torturer. By replicating their actions (in the name of moral outrage, common decency etc etc) you legitimise their actions. The fallen soldiers and their families are, as far as we know, innocent. Fred Phelps' son is not. Fuck him. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: pauld on Friday, March 21, 2014, 11:13:34 Fred Phelps' son is not. Fuck him. Eeeuurrgggghhh, no thanks. Each to their own and all that ....Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 11:13:50 Anyway... the Westboro Baptist Church preach that every single thing, including death, is an act of god and should therefore be rejoiced.
I wonder if they are rejoicing now. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fuzzy on Friday, March 21, 2014, 13:11:20 Apparently Pastor fred was excomunicated by his church........
Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Friday, March 21, 2014, 14:40:22 Yes he was an evil hate-filled man and I'd agree that the world is better off without him, but tweeting his family to taunt them over his death is showing the same mindless hatred that characterised his sad little life. Isn't that the entire point, for want of a better expression giving a taste of his own medicine. Fuck 'rising above it'. I've not actually checked the son was involved, but equally I've not tweeted him. yet. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Friday, March 21, 2014, 20:49:40 That's not the point being made. Yes he was an evil hate-filled man and I'd agree that the world is better off without him, but tweeting his family to taunt them over his death is showing the same mindless hatred that characterised his sad little life. Do that and we end up in a lynch-mob world where we decide that we are entitled to treat people as badly as they try to treat us. Effectively that it's ok to torture a torturer. By replicating their actions (in the name of moral outrage, common decency etc etc) you legitimise their actions. Agreed, not for one minute am I backing up a single thing the stupid prick said during his life. But, personally, I couldn't bring myself to take the piss out of someone who's just lost their dad. You can't choose your relatives and this fuckers son had no chance in life. I don't mind speaking ill of the dead, just find a time of passing not the time to lower yourself to the 'standards' not set by others. I prefer some dignity. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Friday, March 21, 2014, 20:51:44 The fallen soldiers and their families are, as far as we know, innocent. Fred Phelps' son is not. Fuck him. Come off it, Fred Phelps' son didn't stand any chance of turning out in any other way. Imagine having a father like that. I'm no airy fairy liberal, but that lad had a zero percent chance of being 'normal'. Brainwashed from an early age, I actually pity the lad. No shit. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bennett on Friday, March 21, 2014, 20:55:17 george takei facebooked this comment:
Today, Mr. Phelps may have learned that God, in fact, hates no one. Vicious and hate-filled as he was, may his soul find the kind of peace through death that was so plainly elusive during his life. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Friday, March 21, 2014, 20:56:31 Amen brother George.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 21, 2014, 21:03:35 Come off it, Fred Phelps' son didn't stand any chance of turning out in any other way. Imagine having a father like that. I'm no airy fairy liberal, but that lad had a zero percent chance of being 'normal'. Brainwashed from an early age, I actually pity the lad. No shit. Some of the family did leave... Nate Phelps, for example, left and is now an atheist which shoots down the suggestion that Fred Jr had no chance of being 'normal'. I don't mean to be too belligerent though because I agree that the indoctrination will certainly play a huge factor in how somebody turns out. Regardless of whether or not Fred Phelps Jr was indoctrinated or not though there is still no escaping the fact that he grew up to be a right horrible cunt. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Friday, March 21, 2014, 21:05:46 Don't disagree with him being an 'orrible cant, but it depends on the character's strength whether they could stand up to their dad like that. Fair play to the other son effing off.
Title: Re: Post by: otanswell on Friday, March 21, 2014, 21:11:54 Stick em all in Waco and have another siege
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 18:22:17 Ian Watkins has topped himself then. Never saw that one coming.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: DMR on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 18:24:04 Has he?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 18:26:31 I reckon its just a twitter rumour.
Great if true though Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 18:29:21 http://www.chronicle.su/obituaries/ian-watkins-dead-at-36
that's the only source I can find actually. No fucking idea what the internet chronicle is. Perhaps I have fallen for a cheeky jape? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: DMR on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 18:36:52 The same website is claiming today that John Cena has topped himself by drinking a litre of bleach.
If we needed confirmation that Flasheart is a moron... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 18:42:16 In my defence I saw it first on twitter, always a reliable source ;)
I don't know who John Cena is. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, 19:02:20 The Marine film
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:21:33 According to Sky news Peaches Geldoff has been found dead in her flat.
http://news.sky.com/ (http://news.sky.com/) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: woolster on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:24:35 According to Sky news Peaches Geldoff has been found dead in her flat. just seen this :eek:http://news.sky.com/ (http://news.sky.com/) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:33:41 According to Sky news Peaches Geldoff has been found dead in her flat. http://news.sky.com/ (http://news.sky.com/) Drugs Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:37:22 Drugs And there's me thinking it was old age.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:43:59 And there's me thinking it was old age. 25 is quite old Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:57:16 One more vapid, useless person gone from the world. Boo hoo.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Abrahammer on Monday, April 7, 2014, 17:58:18 She didnt like Mondays either then
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:31:27 One more vapid, useless person gone from the world. Boo hoo. Wow Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:31:33 One more vapid, useless person gone from the world. Boo hoo. Tell that to her kids Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:35:18 Was it OK to call her vapid and useless before she died?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:37:44 Just seems a pretty callous and inhumane to say about the mother of two young kids who died only a few hours ago
Or maybe I'm being a soft cunt Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:39:27 Was it OK to call her vapid and useless before she died? What do you think? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:40:37 What do you think? From my limited knowledge of her, yes! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:42:44 Nice to know there's more than one heartless fucker on here
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:45:53 Bloody hell. have you never held a negative opinion of somebody yourself? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:47:05 Not someone I know next to nothing about and has left 2 young kids without a mother for the rest of their lives.
Seems the way of things nowadays, though Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:51:10 I think you need to re-read my question.....
Was it OK to call her vapid and useless BEFORE she died? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:52:41 Again, I know nothing about her. Neither do you.
Surely it's better to form opinions on something you know for yourself Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:55:08 So you never hold a negative opinion of stars or celebs etc that you don't know then? Let's say Katie Hopkins, for example?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:55:54 I don't think death is seen as a boundary by Fh. Correct me if I misread it.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 18:59:23 I don't think death is seen as a boundary by Fh. Correct me if I misread it. I don't see why one's opinion of a person should change just because they die. I don't really hold much of an opinion of Peaches Geldoff really. I've only seen bits and bobs about her on the internet and whatever. The whole "She's dead, you can't say that now" thing doesn;t make sense to me. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:02:41 Jesse Winchester was reported as dead earlier but is apparently only "gravely ill". I'm not a massive fan but I discovered him through The Wire and 'Let The Rough Side Drag' is a cracking album...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvyKqtWGCc4 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:08:27 I just think it's about having a bit of respect. We all have people in the celebrity circles who we might be irritated by, never met them, never directly affected us. If someone fits into that criteria for you personally why would you feel the need to slate them, especially when they are no longer around to respond? If you're happy to keep slating people who have died then you're certainly entitled to your opinion, I personally think it's something that isn't necessary to share on a forum. (but that's my opinion)
* this isn't directed at you BTW Flashheart Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:10:59 She didnt like Mondays either then This has to be the best post in ages.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:12:48 Yes its about respect, I don't think its going to cause too much of an issue posting opinion on the TEF, but in my opinion it would be bad form to post on say Twitter which is much more an open shop in terms of who can see it.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:13:03 I don't see why one's opinion of a person should change just because they die. I don't really hold much of an opinion of Peaches Geldoff really. I've only seen bits and bobs about her on the internet and whatever. The whole "She's dead, you can't say that now" thing doesn;t make sense to me. Then just what do you base your opinion of her as being vapid and useless on? As for Kate Hopkins, I don't even know who she is. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:17:17 Bang on Batch.
If i thought for one minute that Peaches' family or friends would visit the TEF then I would not consider saying a bad word and may even have edited/deleted Honkytonk's post. As it stands though stating such an opinion on the TEF doesn't make the slightest difference. There is no need whatsoever for anybody to get upset. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:19:37 Then just what do you base your opinion of her as being vapid and useless on? Not much. I could well be wrong. Why does it matter? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:23:25 If it doesn't matter, which it doesn't, why bother posting it?
Just seems a tasteless comment, that's all - whether any family or friends are likely to read it or not. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:30:46 It was posted because this is a forum where people post their opinions and what not and the opinion stated is relevant to the thread. It's a thread about dead people.
I was actually asking you why it mattered to you so much? Posting such an opinion on this particular forum won't make the slightest bit of difference to anybody. Not even a little bit. So why get bothered by it? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:32:08 OK. Each to their own.
Let's move on Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:32:55 Mickey Rooney died today, film industry mainstay since the mid-1920's... and the last of the major players from It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World.
(http://ia.media-imdb.com/images/M/MV5BMTU0NDMzNTI4M15BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwNDQxODg0NA@@._V1_SX640_SY720_.jpg) ...and I don't think his role in Breakfast at Tiffany's would be... embraced in 2014. (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a7/Starring_Mickey_Rooney.jpg) So long. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:34:21 Jeez, thought he was already long gone!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: leefer on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:44:41 Just seems a pretty callous and inhumane to say about the mother of two young kids who died only a few hours ago Or maybe I'm being a soft cunt You aint soft...others are as thick as shit,unless its there family or it directly affects them they dont give a shit. Now i may not know any of your family members...does that give me the right to take the piss if they died??/ Course it dosn't....bollocks about them reading the forum etc dont and shouldnt come into it. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Monday, April 7, 2014, 19:52:44 You aint soft...others are as thick as shit,unless its there family or it directly affects them they dont give a shit. Now i may not know any of your family members...does that give me the right to take the piss if they died??/ Course it dosn't....bollocks about them reading the forum etc dont and shouldnt come into it. Totally agree leefer. To have such disregard for someone so young dying is just callous. She has done nothing to offend or incense. Its as if its ok to take the piss simply because she is a famous figure. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:03:25 Who's taking the piss? Has anybody said they find it funny?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:21:57 Honkeytonk
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:24:45 I don't think he found it funny that she died.
But then I'm sure he can speak for himself (cough)....... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:32:18 did I say he found it funny?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:42:16 So then what are you objecting about? How is/was he taking the piss?
I don't want to get into a personal argument with anybody by the way. I'm just curious as to why people think that we should tip-toe around the subject of somebody's personality because they have died. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Empathy Sloth on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:48:36 One more vapid, useless person gone from the world. Boo hoo. This, famous for being famous. Couldn't care less.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:52:40 Humanity is on a sharp decline ::)
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:53:28 By claiming she is vapid and useless along with ending the statement with boo hoo. Saying that about someone who has not only just died but of someone they don't know is quite frankly in my book, taking the piss.
I'm sure you'll disagree though wont you Flashheart? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Freddies Ferret on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:55:09 This, famous for being famous. Couldn't care less. This, famous for being famous. Couldn't care less. Oh the Irony Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 20:57:40 By claiming she is vapid and useless along with ending the statement with boo hoo. Saying that about someone who has not only just died but of someone they don't know is quite frankly in my book, taking the piss. I'm sure you'll disagree though wont you Flashheart? Why does the fact that she's only just died make any difference? Would it be OK to say in a couple of weeks? Months? Years? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Monday, April 7, 2014, 21:00:24 (http://social.bioware.com//uploads_user/4017000/4016495/216919.jpg)
I am a conscientous human being. I didn't find it funny that Peaches Geldof died. Nor do I revel in her death or have contempt for her family members at what must be a massively difficult time for them. Clear? Ok. I just find it a little appalling that when someone related to a famous person, whose only (real) claim to fame was being related to that famous person, and therefore being someone who the media loves, a 'hollow' celebrity whose life is based around appearing in celebrity magazines, the media paw over it like jackals at a feast, and will doubtless continue to paw over it for as long as humanly possible, seeking out any kind of excuse to fill some air time with anything about the poor dead girl. They don't care about who she was or what her family are going through. All they care about is using her shell of a media persona to sell stuff. And that's what they'll do, mark my words. Whether she asked for it or not. And that's what my comments were targeted at. Poorly, I'll admit, as I'd just come in from a 12hr shift at work, but that's where I was going with it. As a related aside, if someone who has actually contributed to the betterment of life on this planet dies, they're doing well if the media reports it as front-page news, let alone actually takes a moment to remember them for their accomplishments. Thanks Flashheart for defending me. You're a sweetheart. xxx Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Saxondale on Monday, April 7, 2014, 21:05:32 Personally, I tend to just think, oh that's sad. I really don't think anyone has any need to see my thoughts through the wonders of social media. Sometimes its just better to not share. People seem to have lost the ability to shut the fuck up and consider things quietly without spewing it out on computers.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, April 7, 2014, 21:20:03 Personally, I tend to just think, oh that's sad. I really don't think anyone has any need to see my thoughts through the wonders of social media. Sometimes its just better to not share. People seem to have lost the ability to shut the fuck up and consider things quietly without spewing it out on computers. Absolutely.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, April 7, 2014, 22:03:22 It just lacks class really, doesn't it? From all sides
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 7, 2014, 22:09:19 It just lacks class really, doesn't it? From all sides Can't deny that. Although it is tucked away in a tiny corner where a scant few are likely to come across it. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 06:50:33 Personally, I tend to just think, oh that's sad. I really don't think anyone has any need to see my thoughts through the wonders of social media. Sometimes its just better to not share. People seem to have lost the ability to shut the fuck up and consider things quietly without spewing it out on computers. I concur.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Tails on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 08:03:25 I think the most annoying thing I've seen regarding her death is the surge of 'My friends nans died and no one cared why the fuck should I care about Peaches'.
I wish people would just shut the fuck up sometimes. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 08:35:08 Different celebrities affect people in different ways,
Personally I only know her as the child of Bob Geldof and Paula Yates and to me she meant nothing in my life. To others, perhaps she did in a positive way and her death will affect them. When say Don Rogers passes away, this forum will be full of messages and heartache, but to others, say, not interested in football will be thinking, why are these people bothered, he only kicked a football about. Not sure if what I am trying to say comes across properly. :badmood: Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 11:31:24 Its tragic for her family and heart breaking that her kids will have to grow up without their mother.
But this is getting silly now.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-26933626 Martin McGuinness - BBC have a word with yourselves.... Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Levi lapper on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 17:13:34 Two young children are going to grow up without their mother who has died at 25, and will right now be in unimaginable distress. It's very very sad, and if people don't care about that they have lost some of their humanity. I'm glad I don't know you.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ells on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 20:15:41 I think people react far more to the media's hyperbole than they do to the actual event. Any death is sad, and one so young is undeniably tragic. But there's an element of mawkish, Diana-esque grief that I think is what rubs people up the wrong way. Keeping your mouth shut is almost certainly the best option, but I don't think people should be considered callous for making remarks that speak more about the culture of celebrity than the obvious tragedy of children being left without a mother.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: janaage on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 21:19:19 The reaction to Peaches death is hardly Diana-esque ffs.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ells on Tuesday, April 8, 2014, 21:35:26 That's kind of what I meant by "there's an element of..". I wasn't suggesting the two were identical.
Anyway, I haven't made any disparaging remarks towards her and nor do I intend to. It's obviously a very sad situation. I'm just saying I don't think it's fair to accuse people of being heartless etc for making flippant remarks on a forum. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 06:21:20 The ultimate warrior is dead. He was my favourite.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 06:48:37 The ultimate warrior is dead. He was my favourite. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 08:39:45 Two young children are going to grow up without their mother who has died at 25, and will right now be in unimaginable distress. It's very very sad, and if people don't care about that they have lost some of their humanity. I'm glad I don't know you. If i don't care that someone I've never met has died I've lost some humanity?! Grow up mate. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Levi lapper on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 17:02:38 The ultimate warrior is dead. He was my favourite. Has someone called the undertaker :hmmm:Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Levi lapper on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 17:04:52 If i don't care that someone I've never met has died I've lost some humanity?! Grow up mate. If you don't care that two little kids are suffering then yes there is something wrong with you, you are probably somewhere on the autistic spectrum. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Ginginho on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 17:10:48 Has someone called the undertaker :hmmm: How can you joke about someones death like that? He had two children! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 17:31:34 How can you joke about someones death like that? He had two children! :) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Barry Scott on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 17:50:17 I think someone should start a social network that's a bit like the obituary pages of a newspaper. It could announce all the deaths each day all over the world with a short write up and everyone can grieve together.
It could have petitions and polls and stuff where people can effectively tell everyone just how tragic all this dying is, or how we should declare a national holiday, pay into a specific charity and find ways so it doesn't happen again. They could also have grief pages dedicated to someone like an online funeral. Instead of a like button, it could have a "sadness" button. People can then click about how sad they are, instead of having to type, and they can then spread their grief far more quickly and effectively. They could share deaths with fellow grievers and the homepage could rank various deaths by sadness rank and shares. It could also show grievers "other deaths you might be interested in showing sadness about" and these can then grow grief virally allowing a justified amount of sadness to be shown. Maybe the sadness button could be added on websites, then people can press to show they're grieving about whatever it is being talked about. This could then allow more sad content to be shared and then we won't miss any suffering and tragedy. I think I'm on to something here. :sherlock: Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 17:51:03 If you don't care that two little kids are suffering then yes there is something wrong with you, you are probably somewhere on the autistic spectrum. Not in the slightest, I've checked. Grief tourism is fucking embarrassing. Guess what, I don't give a flying fuck about kids in Africa either. WHAT A MONSTER Title: Re: Post by: herthab on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 18:11:12 All I can say is how it affects me, which is not in the slightest. I can understand the sadness those who knew her are feeling, but I haven't spent any time mourning her passing, or anyone else's passing that I either didn't know or never touched my life. That's not being callous or cold hearted. That's being honest.
I haven't got the time, or emotional capacity to care about everyone. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 18:20:31 With regard to her kids.....
Seeing young children lose their mother doesn't exactly fill me with joy. They'll still live a far more privileged life than the vast majority of other kids on the planet though. THINK OF THE CHILDREN..... Nah! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Levi lapper on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 18:33:08 I get that people go over the top when people they don't know die, Diana etc, all I am saying is to be ambiguous about toddlers suffering after losing their mum means you have been de-sensitised to the reality, if you really genuinely don't care then you are without doubt an evil cunt who should be killed (unless you have kids of course)
I never met Neville but I cared that he died, I never met peaches geldoff but I feel for her family, it's not keeping me up at night Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 18:37:55 if you really genuinely don't care then you are without doubt an evil cunt who should be killed (unless you have kids of course) I'm going to give you the benefit of the doubt here and assume that that was tongue in cheek!? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: TheMajorSTFC on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 19:21:50 The ultimate warrior is dead. He was my favourite. Only just came back for WrestleMania, was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Saturday night and gave his return speech on Raw Monday night. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 19:54:15 I get that people go over the top when people they don't know die, Diana etc, all I am saying is to be ambiguous about toddlers suffering after losing their mum means you have been de-sensitised to the reality, if you really genuinely don't care then you are without doubt an evil cunt who should be killed (unless you have kids of course) I never met Neville but I cared that he died, I never met peaches geldoff but I feel for her family, it's not keeping me up at night So because I don't care about some random stranger suffering, I should suffer. Top logic. Well done. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 19:57:47 So how do you feel about, say, British troops getting killed in Afgahistan.
Don't give a shit? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: chalkies_shorts on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 20:16:23 I don't give a fuck what anyone who never knew me feels when I snuff it. I'd like to think those who knew me might at least raise a glass. Anyone else can fuck right off.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 20:29:03 So how do you feel about, say, British troops getting killed in Afgahistan. Don't give a shit? Our troops died doing their duty (and their job), good on them. We should be very grateful for what they have done. I hope that their families' grief is as short lived as possible and then they carry on with their lives as soon as possible. If I could prevent it then I would..... but I can't. I feel the same way about the Geldoff family. Albeit without any notion that the family might suffer any additional suffering caused by stress from financial pressures and what not. Other than that if somebody wants to say that Corporal John Doe was a bit of a fucktard than that's their opinion and, provided that they don't torment the deceased's loved ones with that opinion, then they are free to express it. I don't know corporal John Doe. Was Cpl John Doe a good person just because he was a soldier? Are all soldiers good people? Why do you single out British troops? What about the deaths of other coalition troops, the deaths of young Taliban soldiers that have been taken advantage of and all of the innocent civilians that have lost their lives? You heartless bastard. How callous can you be? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 20:51:01 What it boils down to is I don't understand the motivation for somebody to say on a forum that someone who has just died is 'vapid and useless'.
Why bother saying it at all? My opinion of you is based purely on what you post on here. You may actually be a very nice person! :D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:03:47 He's not, but I kinda like his posts.
He's one of the "don't care" supporters and I think he acts a bit tough. We are all imperfect but I happen to think recent death is precisely the time to see humour or distinctiveness or shared frailty in deceased persons rather than to be dismissive or ranty and negative. Where I would agree with the "don't carers" is that ersatz emotions of grief being genuinely experienced by proxy in respect of celebrities can become a little odd. Harmless enough, I suppose, in that we all do it. Although I control it these days, STFC is still capable of producing mood swings that have little relationship with real life and baffle even my family. Still, for those unknown parents who have also lost a child in their twenties last week, their sense of grief must be cheapened somewhat by the fact that what appears like half the country is also apparently sharing the same sense of loss that they are. Emotion by proxy at the County Ground or from a piece of music, yes but grief for a celebrity? Respect, yes, empathy for the bereaved, yes but grief? Get a grip. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:04:01 What it boils down to is I don't understand the motivation for somebody to say on a forum that someone who has just died is 'vapid and useless'. Why bother saying it at all? My opinion of you is based purely on what you post on here. You may actually be a very nice person! :D There's not necessarily a motivation is there? This a thread about dead people after all. There are many tossers in the world. Take Piers Morgan, for example. I think that bloke is an odious cunt and should his name spring up I may well express that opinion. It doesn't mean that there's an underlying motive for saying it, I just think he's a cunt. I suspect that most here will share a similar opinion of him. Are they bad people for saying it now while he is still living? Will they be worse people for saying it when he is dead? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:06:51 I'd say it now but I wouldn't say it after he'd just died
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:18:50 How about just shutting the fuck up and keeping thoughts to yourself unless you have something interesting to say. Most people have very little to say about celebrity deaths. Point them out by all means but surely take 2 minutes before spouting shit.
Fuck it maybe I'm just to grumpy. I'm increasingly coming round to the opinion that we should just turn of the Internet and media for a week to allow people to remember what it is to think for yourself not pedal some bullshit viewpoint and maybe to remember that what you feel you have to shout out about via social media is really not enlightening, entertaining or important. Btw I'm not having a go at any one in particular on this, as I say I'm just grumpy. And perversely feel that I have to blather on about it on the internet thereby negating everything I've just said. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:25:09 Sax.
This is a thread about celebrity deaths mate, what else did you expect?. And some people are finding the topic interesting otherwise they would not be contributing. xox Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:27:40 I do regret posting what I did but this is quite a good debate.
(http://media.giphy.com/media/tyqcJoNjNv0Fq/giphy.gif) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:27:56 I did say I'm probably just grumpy.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:32:39 I liked the concluding observation about negating everything you'd just said :Ride On Fatbury's Lovestick:
TEF Threads - Bloody Hell! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 21:39:49 I do regret posting what I did but this is quite a good debate. (http://i.imgur.com/17aTWzV.jpg)(http://media.giphy.com/media/tyqcJoNjNv0Fq/giphy.gif) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Wednesday, April 9, 2014, 23:06:52 (http://i.imgur.com/17aTWzV.jpg) (http://media.giphy.com/media/arvdrqEazeTUk/giphy.gif) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 10:24:18 So how do you feel about, say, British troops getting killed in Afgahistan. Don't give a shit? Did I know him/her? No. Same answer. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 11:29:54 Not in the slightest, I've checked. Grief tourism is fucking embarrassing. Guess what, I don't give a flying fuck about kids in Africa either. WHAT A MONSTER You can think grief tourism is embarrassing (I really can't stand it, and some on this board has been guilty of it on occasions) whilst also thinking that crowing about a young womens death because she was 'vapid' is also distasteful. The two aren't mutually exclusive, the world isn't just divided into those who want to publically emote about every single tragedy and those who think it's hilarious to troll the former. There are some of us in the middle, opposed to both, I used to think we were the majority, but I'm starting to wonder recently. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 12:06:58 Maybe it's just me, but surely compassion for others is what humanity is.
Only being concerned about your own immediate family and friends must be the complete definition of selfishness. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 12:15:26 Have you not noticed the increasing level of selfishness? :sherlock:
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 12:23:38 What a load of sanctimonious bollocks.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 12:27:44 You can think grief tourism is embarrassing (I really can't stand it, and some on this board has been guilty of it on occasions) whilst also thinking that crowing about a young womens death because she was 'vapid' is also distasteful. The two aren't mutually exclusive, the world isn't just divided into those who want to publically emote about every single tragedy and those who think it's hilarious to troll the former. There are some of us in the middle, opposed to both, I used to think we were the majority, but I'm starting to wonder recently. Go read the thread again. I have not posted a single negative comment. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 12:28:21 Maybe it's just me, but surely compassion for others is what humanity is. Only being concerned about your own immediate family and friends must be the complete definition of selfishness. Well done for not knowing what SELFish means. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 12:37:50 Go read the thread again. I have not posted a single negative comment. Wasn't saying you had, was simply pointing out that those who objected to people who had, weren't necessarily 'grief tourists' or the type who love to 'RIP' every single death. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:04:37 What a load of sanctimonious bollocks. It's sanctimonious bollocks not to think that the death of a stranger is a) an excuse to endlessly emote on the internet or b) an opportunity to show how 'edgy' you are online? I'd say it's just called being normal Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:11:39 Calling people callous, heartless and selfish because they are indifferent toward the death of complete strangers = bollocks.
Acting as though one has moral superiority = sanctimonious. ergo: What a load of sanctimonious bollocks. I could also add hypocritical. Somebody on this thread has stated that the indifferent should be killed, which seems to have been ignored. Therefore it is a load of sanctimonious, hypocritical bollocks. Endlessly emote? I think you've just added to the bollocks factor! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:16:33 Indifferent is an interesting choice of word, would apply inaction. Surely a 'indifferent' person wouldn't feel the need to actively go on a forum and write about negatively about the person who'd just died?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:19:16 This
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:24:37 Somebody made a comment on a discussion form that they were no doubt already logged into anyway.. It must have taken all but a few seconds to do so. So fucking what?
"Actively go on a forum"? Do you think HT heard of her death then went out of his way to comment? I doubt it very much! Stop trying to dramatise it. Personally I don't have a particularly strong opinion of Peaches, as I had mentioned earlier. It's a shame, but I am neither happy nor sad that she died as with other complete strangers that die. I am indifferent. I am more interested in the debate than the fact that they actually died. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:28:58 I don't have a strong opinion on Peaches either, I just found it a bit strong that someone was posting shit about a young mother who had just died. To be fair that wasn't you, my mistake.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:42:54 The problem is that people, all of us, form opinions of people they don't know purely on media of all sorts.
I would imagine a lot of people thought Jimmy Savile was an OK sort of guy who selflessly used his fame to raise charitable monies - an opinion formed by watching and reading. Not knowing. We all know how that turned out. My objection to this whole thing is that HT's comments (which he now regrets) was based on the merest skimming of social media which was harsh to say the least. As for individuals not caring about others that is up to them but should not be surprised if some people find it sort of odd Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:49:23 There have also been quite a few threads marking the death of someone, followed by lots of "R.I.P comments". I know which I prefer to read.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:52:23 Who said we don't care about others?
I'm fortunate to have some very good friends and a wonderful family, I love them dearly. I can't speak for HT and Jayo but I'd guess that they also care a great deal about the people in their lives. I certainly don't go about wishing harm on others and would stop pain and suffering if it could, but I simply can't. That doesn't mean that I should be sad whenever somebody dies. There's billions of people in the world and people are dying all the time, many in extreme anguish. It's just reality. A harsh reality but reality nonetheless. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:54:20 No but there's a difference between not being sad and writing 'One more vapid, useless person gone from the world. Boo hoo.'
You must see that? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:55:33 But this isn't about not being sad when someone you don't know dies - it started with HTs comments which is entirely different.
It was my opinion, and of others, that the comments were distasteful Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:56:24 I cried when Barry from Eastenders got pushed down the slope to his death by Janine.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 13:57:21 It's an opinion. Why should death change somebody's opinion of a person? Why should death mean that we can no longer voice the opinion?
Fuck it. We're going around in circles now. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:01:50 If that's the way you feel it should be then how can anyone answer your questions?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:03:05 Eh? That doesn't make sense?
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:12:40 :crash:
Yeah we fucking get it. On all counts by now. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:12:59 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iu7vySQbgXI
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: herthab on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:14:02 I would imagine a lot of people thought Jimmy Savile was an OK sort of guy who selflessly used his fame to raise charitable monies. Really? Was anybody really surprised when the revelations came out? The bloke was a walking caricature of a paedo! Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:26:11 Really? Was anybody really surprised when the revelations came out? The bloke was a walking caricature of a paedo! Charlie Brooker had a theory that when he became famous in the 60s/70s, TV picture quality was so poor, people couldn't tell what an oddity he was. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:33:12 Eh? That doesn't make sense? Just trying to break the circle :) We all have different opinions, we are entitled to them. I think some people draw the lines in different places, hence the reaction. Nothing more for anyone to say on this. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Simon Pieman on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:35:43 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHjfdeVvJP0
The tragic moment :( Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:44:46 Fuck it. We're going around in circles now. (http://i.imgur.com/RG0BS1U.gif) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:46:14 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHjfdeVvJP0 Harrowing.The tragic moment :( Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Honkytonk on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 14:57:38 Harrowing. Serves him right, fat cunt. (http://media.giphy.com/media/Z2KAcJtfsU5W0/giphy.gif) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 15:31:01 My opinion of Peaches is actually quite positive. She went from being a fucked up young girl with a fairly tragic past/upbringing into a lovely young woman with strong opinions and an air of grace and thougtfulness. She completely destroyed that horrible cunt Katie Hopkins in an interview on This Morning and came across as intelligent, caring and actually quite nice.
Her death, however, hasn't moved me in the slightest. She may as well have been a cartoon character for all the fucks I give. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dalumpimunki on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 17:14:06 Over 6,000 people I don't know die every hour. Nearly 1000 of them will be children, most in the developing world.
Whilst intellectually we might all agree that the death of all those young people is tragic, we don't, actually can't, go through any sort of emotional engagement or grief for those people. Human beings, quite sensibly, are programmed to care most about those closest to us, children, partners, immediate family, wider family and social network, tribe, local community etc. We couldn't function if we felt the same way about the death of someone we never met as the death of a friend or family member, because it's happening all the time. The variance in how people respond to the death of a celebrity, is not about how emotionally cold or engaged they are, it's about the extent to which they have accepted the concept, consciously or subconsciously, that because they've heard of this person, know all about them, are regularly given updates on what they are doing, that this means they have some sort of relationship. When I hear about a death like this my thoughts tend to be not much more than "what a shame" but I don't FEEL anything much. I found it very difficult to take seriously the outpouring of grief around Diana Spencer's death for precisely these reasons. I couldn't understand people being so emotionally engaged with someone they'd only experienced through the media. It feels either: - Childish - the equivalent of those young girls that are bawling in the street and needing counselling when some boy band splits up; or - False - like people were misappropriating the grief of the woman's family and friends for effect But I sort of had to accept that for a lot of them the feelings were genuine. There are people, and seemingly a hell of a lot of them, that are capable of forming an attachment to people they'd never met, never spoken to, who had never heard of them, and probably would never want to. However, I'm pretty sure that no-one on here REALLY feels much of an emotional response to the death of the Geldof girl. What you're really arguing about is propriety. Some of you feel it's bad form to say anything negative about someone that's just died, or even to state that you don't care about that death. Although many of those involved on that side of the debate don't seem to have much of a problem saying what the hell they like about people when they're alive. Odd? Anyway, I don't think the two sides of this debate are actually that different. Your problem isn't feelings it's language and tone, which is difficult to get right in writing of this kind. Those of you that are accusing others of being unfeeling need to honestly ask themselves this question: "Do you really FEEL sad about this death? Or do you just THINK that this death is sad?" I'm willing to bet for the most of you it's the later. You think the circumstance is sad, you think you should feel sad about it. But you don't actually feel any more than I do. Maybe some of you don't know the difference, but one day you'll sit holding the hand of someone you love as they die and it'll become pretty clear. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 17:19:46 (http://i.imgur.com/SvJSkhv.gif)
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 17:43:03 Over 6,000 people I don't know die every hour. Nearly 1000 of them will be children, most in the developing world. I have to say, that is a damned fine post dalailama (didn't think there was any point quoting the whole thing). It's what I've kind of had floating around in my brain for a couple of days now but was too lazy to post - although if I'm honest, I couldn't have put it across anywhere near as succinctly as you have. I totally agree about the whole bizarre Diana thing, that was one of the weirdest experiences of my life. Any way, I don't think there's any more to be said on the subject. Good work.Whilst intellectually we might all agree that the death of all those young people is tragic, we don't, actually can't, go through any sort of emotional engagement or grief for those people. Human beings, quite sensibly, are programmed to care most about those closest to us, children, partners, immediate family, wider family and social network, tribe, local community etc. We couldn't function if we felt the same way about the death of someone we never met as the death of a friend or family member, because it's happening all the time. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 18:16:16 Yeah good post Lumps.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 18:23:49 Agreed, a thoughtful, succinct post, Dalumpi
[stand back and wait for the counterblast - DMR has been quiet?] Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 18:30:36 I wish I wrote that
Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: herthab on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 18:33:18 Agreed, a thoughtful, succinct post, Dalumpi Great post from Lumps. Think your definition of succint differs ftom mine though RR![stand back and wait for the counterblast - DMR has been quiet?] Title: Re: Re: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: otanswell on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 18:36:19 Not in the slightest, I've checked. Grief tourism is fucking embarrassing. Guess what, I don't give a flying fuck about kids in Africa either. WHAT A MONSTER :D Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: DMR on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 18:51:36 Agreed, a thoughtful, succinct post, Dalumpi [stand back and wait for the counterblast - DMR has been quiet?] Don't know what you're expecting from me but I am pretty ambivalent towards the whole Peaches debate. I'd have smashed the fuck out of her though Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nomoreheroes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:07:09 There's much more to life than Peaches..........There's Always The Sun, Skin Deep ,Golden Brown, No More Heoroes, 5 Minutes, Duchess, Nuclear Device, Nice 'n' Sleazy and lots more from the Stranglers in the last 40 years!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:16:29 Those stranglers titles could be matched to some on here :sherlock:
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: PetsWinPrizes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:30:38 It was a very good post, and though Flashheart wishes he wrote it, I don't actually think it comes down on either side. What kicked this off, was HonkyTonks original 'boo hoo' post, personally I still think it's possible to object to that and not be labelled a grief tourist, but others disagree. Anyway this has , for me, gone on far too long.
I shall bow out Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Batch on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:32:31 Here's some music to cheer us up
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uV14jq2n-jg&feature=kp Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:37:47 Lumps post is logical, we know people die on a very regular basis and most of the time this doesn't impact on us personally. The clash here was the unnecessary comment. Some comments can and should be kept to yourself. I wouldn't mock the death of my worst enemy.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Barry Scott on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:38:22 Fucking LOVE that tune. Some great memories. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:46:03 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-N3BjVMWziE
...too soon? Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 19:58:56 Don't know what you're expecting from me but I am pretty ambivalent towards the whole Peaches debate. I was expecting the unexpected - with hindsight, exactly that sort of commentI'd have smashed the fuck out of her though Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: BruceChatwin on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 20:38:31 Over 6,000 people I don't know die every hour. Nearly 1000 of them will be children, most in the developing world. Whilst intellectually we might all agree that the death of all those young people is tragic, we don't, actually can't, go through any sort of emotional engagement or grief for those people. Human beings, quite sensibly, are programmed to care most about those closest to us, children, partners, immediate family, wider family and social network, tribe, local community etc. We couldn't function if we felt the same way about the death of someone we never met as the death of a friend or family member, because it's happening all the time. The variance in how people respond to the death of a celebrity, is not about how emotionally cold or engaged they are, it's about the extent to which they have accepted the concept, consciously or subconsciously, that because they've heard of this person, know all about them, are regularly given updates on what they are doing, that this means they have some sort of relationship. When I hear about a death like this my thoughts tend to be not much more than "what a shame" but I don't FEEL anything much. I found it very difficult to take seriously the outpouring of grief around Diana Spencer's death for precisely these reasons. I couldn't understand people being so emotionally engaged with someone they'd only experienced through the media. It feels either: - Childish - the equivalent of those young girls that are bawling in the street and needing counselling when some boy band splits up; or - False - like people were misappropriating the grief of the woman's family and friends for effect But I sort of had to accept that for a lot of them the feelings were genuine. There are people, and seemingly a hell of a lot of them, that are capable of forming an attachment to people they'd never met, never spoken to, who had never heard of them, and probably would never want to. However, I'm pretty sure that no-one on here REALLY feels much of an emotional response to the death of the Geldof girl. What you're really arguing about is propriety. Some of you feel it's bad form to say anything negative about someone that's just died, or even to state that you don't care about that death. Although many of those involved on that side of the debate don't seem to have much of a problem saying what the hell they like about people when they're alive. Odd? Anyway, I don't think the two sides of this debate are actually that different. Your problem isn't feelings it's language and tone, which is difficult to get right in writing of this kind. Those of you that are accusing others of being unfeeling need to honestly ask themselves this question: "Do you really FEEL sad about this death? Or do you just THINK that this death is sad?" I'm willing to bet for the most of you it's the later. You think the circumstance is sad, you think you should feel sad about it. But you don't actually feel any more than I do. Maybe some of you don't know the difference, but one day you'll sit holding the hand of someone you love as they die and it'll become pretty clear. You're quite eloquent when not floundering under a tempest of your own impotent rage. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Nomoreheroes on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 20:58:42 Here's some music to cheer us up Wrong Peaches!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUoIclrvsPQ Maybe this is more appropriate: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itRMx8fBwTo They crucify you when you get it wrong When things are fine they put you ahead They laugh at you with your trousers down They pick the stones and aim them at your head When you're alive they won't care what you said What you deserve and all the blood you bled It doesn't matter what you try to hide The sun comes out and then the truth is read Your fans'll love you when you're alive But the wreaths are laid by the rest instead When you're alive they won't care what you said What you deserve and all the blood you bled 'Cos everybody loves you when you're dead Kneel and pray by the side of your bed And everybody loves you when you're dead Kneel and pray just like your momma said When you're alive they won't care what you said What you deserve and all the blood you bled You'll turn in your grave at what's gonna be said You'll finally be appreciated 'Cos everybody loves you when you're dead 'Cos everybody loves you when you're dead Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Costanza on Thursday, April 10, 2014, 21:05:54 Broken Box (DJ Peaches Remix) - Queens of the Stone Age.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npLr18zoc7k Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dalumpimunki on Friday, April 11, 2014, 07:52:17 You're quite eloquent when not floundering under a tempest of your own impotent rage. Yeah it's surprising what a course of CBT and a daily dose of Citalopram can do for you. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: jutty274 on Friday, April 11, 2014, 07:58:50 Sue Townsend who wrote the Adrian Mole books has passed away aged 68.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 11, 2014, 08:12:29 Sue Townsend who wrote the Adrian Mole books has passed away aged 68. I used to love those books. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: ExiledEric on Friday, April 11, 2014, 08:18:33 Me too - there was another book in the offing. "Adrian Mole and the coalition years". Wonder if it was finished.. Sad day.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Friday, April 11, 2014, 08:32:04 I was about the same age as moley when I read the first book, loved it. I remember the TV series too, Gian Samarco (sp)??
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, April 11, 2014, 09:55:14 Yeah it's surprising what a course of CBT can do for you. You've done your motorbike training? Agreed, good for the soul. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Friday, April 11, 2014, 13:29:06 Sue Townsend who wrote the Adrian Mole books has passed away aged 68. 68 and three quarters, surely Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, April 11, 2014, 13:34:19 68 and three quarters, surely :D But was she a vapid, useless person? (ducks) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: kerry red on Friday, April 11, 2014, 13:38:19 Don't go there!
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Monday, April 21, 2014, 15:02:00 Racing commentator and town fan Julian Wilson has died.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, April 21, 2014, 15:38:26 Racing commentator and town fan Julian Wilson has died. Thats a shame, he was a big town fan, he used to sit next to my dad in the North Stand back in the 70's, nice bloke and would always speak to Town fans even if he was a bit of a snob. RIP.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Arriba on Monday, April 21, 2014, 15:42:51 I'm pretty sure it has been said that he was involved in getting macari here. Not sure I have that right though.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, April 21, 2014, 15:45:23 I'm pretty sure it has been said that he was involved in getting macari here. Not sure I have that right though. I heard similar but don't know how true it is. If it is indeed true then that was a major contribution in Swindon Towns history.Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: bigbobjoylove on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, 17:41:19 Wilson pops up on the end of a recent upload
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWKUqSW99dE Injured his leg celebrating a goal :D RIP to the fella. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: RedRag on Tuesday, April 22, 2014, 20:53:19 Gabriel Garcia Marquez died last week and no one predicted death more magically than him in the opening lines of his novels:
"Many years later, as he faced the firing squad, Colonel Aureliano Buendía was to remember that distant afternoon when his father took him to discover ice." "On the day they were going to kill him, Santiago Nasar got up at five-thirty in the morning to wait for the boat the bishop was coming on. He'd dreamed he was going through a grove of timber trees where a gentle drizzle was falling, and for an instant he was happy in his dream" RIP to Colombia's greatest export - above even Shakira and Carlos Valderrama Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, April 25, 2014, 09:22:31 Ex Scotland international defender and captain Sandy Jardine died yesterday aged 65.
I remember him play against England back in the 70's an uncompromising full back for Rangers and Hearts. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: tans on Friday, April 25, 2014, 17:22:12 Barcelona ex manager Tito Vilanova aged 45.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bewster on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 12:30:20 Bob Hoskins, aged 71
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: dave_bambers_right_sock on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 12:30:49 Bob Hoskins of the long good friday and roger Rabbit fame dies aged 71
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995) Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 12:31:18 Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 12:34:57 Ayrton Senna died 20 years ago today.
I remember vividly watching in shock and awe that weekend as Ratzenburger and Senna both died. I loved F1 back then. Thinking about it 1994 was also the year Kurt Cobain died, some year for tragic deaths. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 12:47:37 RIP Bob Hoskins.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 12:48:15 Bob Hoskins of the long good friday and roger Rabbit fame dies aged 71 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-27224995) Let us not forget that he also starred as Mario Mario :clap: Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: 4D on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 13:22:52 Bob Hoskins was great, R.I.P Bob.
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 13:23:18 :(
I watched Made in Dagenham recently. RIP Bob. Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 13:35:20 The title of this thread annoys me every time it pops up. Why did a 5 year old thread become the place to post about famous people who've died?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 13:47:18 The title of this thread annoys me every time it pops up. Why did a 5 year old thread become the place to post about famous people who've died? happy now? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 13:52:20 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 14:01:20 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Gnasher on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 14:03:32 I think it should be renamed the '5 year old thread to talk about people that have died, or those predicted to die this year' :)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bogus Dave on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 14:10:03 It should be renamed 'thread where people talk like 5 year olds about people that have died'
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, 14:25:34 It should be renamed 'Dispatches'
Title: Re: Death Predictions 2009. Post by: Jimmy Glass is an Alien on Thursday, May 1, 2014, 11:35:02 The title of this thread annoys me every time it pops up. Why did a 5 year old thread become the place to post about famous people who've died? Wrong thread. I think you need the 'Trivial things you don't understand/mildly annoy you' thread - http://thetownend.com/index.php?topic=39090.msg1268680;topicseen#new :D Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Thursday, May 1, 2014, 13:53:13 Peaches was on the skag then. Not that it comes of any shock.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Sunday, May 4, 2014, 23:24:17 Elena Baltacha, RIP. Tragic.
Her Dad played for Ipswich. Not that that's in any way relevant. What a waste. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, May 5, 2014, 06:54:34 Elena Baltacha, RIP. Tragic. Real tragedy. Only retired 6 months ago. No age at all.Her Dad played for Ipswich. Not that that's in any way relevant. What a waste. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, May 5, 2014, 07:47:47 Elena Baltacha, RIP. Tragic. Her Dad played for Ipswich. Not that that's in any way relevant. What a waste. :( She's had liver issues since late teens, then cancer. Horrible. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fatbasher on Monday, May 5, 2014, 08:12:47 While were on the subject of death, whose idea was it to have the roll of honour of those town fans who died during the season called out while everyone clapped? You struggle to hear the PA system at the best of times.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, May 5, 2014, 08:21:17 While were on the subject of death, whose idea was it to have the roll of honour of those town fans who died during the season called out while everyone clapped? You struggle to hear the PA system at the best of times. Yeah, said the same thing. Read them out before then start the clapping. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Monday, May 5, 2014, 08:51:57 Nigel Stepney, the former F1 Ferrari mechanic dies in what appears to be a suicide - walking out in front of an HGV
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/formula1/27262470 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Monday, May 5, 2014, 08:52:29 Nigel Stepney, the former F1 Ferrari mechanic dies in what appears to be a suicide - walking out in front of an HGV http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/formula1/27262470 That'll do it alright Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fatbasher on Monday, May 5, 2014, 09:38:32 Yeah, said the same thing. Read them out before then start the clapping. Minutes silence is better, gives you chance to reflect. Clapping is not the British (English) way. I'd clap if if someone i truely dispised or hated died though. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: joteddyred on Monday, May 5, 2014, 09:58:11 While were on the subject of death, whose idea was it to have the roll of honour of those town fans who died during the season called out while everyone clapped? You struggle to hear the PA system at the best of times. Yes, they need to rethink that. Couldn't hear a thing and for those whose loved ones were read out, it would have been important. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jutty274 on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:24:25 Yes, they need to rethink that. Couldn't hear a thing and for those whose loved ones were read out, it would have been important. The woman who stands next to me lost her dad this season & she was upset she couldn't hear his name read out. Her dad used to stand behind us in the town end.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:30:18 Why football has become obsessed with applause instead of dignified silence i do not know?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:32:29 I'm really sure what is being applauded.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:34:13 I'm really sure what is being applauded. Their life. I believe it started when George Best died, and now there sems to be more minute's applause than minutes silence. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:35:41 Why football has become obsessed with applause instead of dignified silence i do not know? Partly because its virtually impossible to ruin it if a few people decide to boo or make noise during the minutes applause vs the minutes silence.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: london_red on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:39:40 Partly because its virtually impossible to ruin it if a few people decide to boo or make noise during the minutes applause vs the minutes silence. Yeah, exactly. Don't think it's even people booing most of the time, just the dribbling idiots that are unable to stand quietly for 60 seconds. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Monday, May 5, 2014, 14:53:19 Partly because its virtually impossible to ruin it if a few people decide to boo or make noise during the minutes applause vs the minutes silence. So it's ruined as people cannot hear names being read out instead.Both have their flaws i suppose. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Monday, May 5, 2014, 15:11:49 Why football has become obsessed with applause instead of dignified silence i do not know? It's something that we taken from the Italians, first it at serie a matches, they clap and sing the name of the person who has died. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, May 5, 2014, 17:45:25 Typical over the top italians. I prefer a good old British stolid minute of contemplation and respect rather than outward displays of emotion. Stiff upper lip and all that.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Monday, May 5, 2014, 17:48:05 My mate lost his dad this season, and I could just hear his name, my mate couldn't, but I gave him a nudge at the appropriate moment. A minutes silence is a better, more dignified way to remember those we have lost.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Monday, May 5, 2014, 18:12:42 There has also been a growth in meant silences turning into applause after a few seconds of quiet. A few start clapping,others look around in confusion and then the clapping grows.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Hitchinred on Monday, May 5, 2014, 18:35:22 My mate lost his dad this season, and I could just hear his name, my mate couldn't, but I gave him a nudge at the appropriate moment. A minutes silence is a better, more dignified way to remember those we have lost. My Dad's name was read out in 2011 when it was silence. However, Iris's name had been read out shortly before which generated impromptu singing from the town end. While I completely understand why this happened, I was disappointed not to be able to hear Dad's name on my phone recording. I think silence is the way forward rather than applause as I wouldn't want anyone to miss their loved ones name. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, May 5, 2014, 18:53:34 I wish they would fix the PA in the DRS.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jutty274 on Monday, May 5, 2014, 19:11:10 I wish they would fix the PA in the DRS. It can't be as bad as it is in the Town End, it is awful.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sippo on Monday, June 9, 2014, 14:57:39 Rik Mayall has passed away.
For me the young ones was one of the best tv programmes ever made. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:00:08 Nooooooooooooo.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:01:13 Rik Mayall has passed away. WTF? thats awful news, one of my all time fave comedians.For me the young ones was one of the best tv programmes ever made. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:03:22 They have just announced it but no cause of death as yet, such a loss to comedy.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:06:54 Very Sad news.
RIP people's poet and world's stupidest bottom burp. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:08:31 I know this one... Toxteth O'Grady
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:11:10 Young Ones was just before my time but of course Flashheart and Richard Richard are genius comic characters.
Sad news. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:11:38 Shit :( RIP Rik
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jutty274 on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:13:00 I always thought drop dead Fred was an under rated film, everytime i see it, it makes me laugh.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:16:36 Only 56 :(
I loved Bottom growing up (fnar fnar), even though I probably was too young to be watching it. RIP Rik. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:17:28 I always thought drop dead Fred was an under rated film, everytime i see it, it makes me laugh. Yes!! As a kid I loved this film!! Title: Re: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:20:34 I know this one... Toxteth O'Grady correct. And lastly who has been tampering with my question cards.Rik to Suggs:"Do you know summer holiday by cliff Richards" Suggs to Rik:"You hum it and I'll smash your face in" Still makes me chuckle. Always liked The New Statesman too. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:24:56 Rik Mayall!? That's not fucking on! He shall be sorely missed, for the relatively limited number of roles he was famous in, he made a huge impact to British comedy and culture in general.
Woof woof. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Gnasher on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:26:55 Can't believe it. Watching The Young Ones was the highlight of my youth. RIP Rik. :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:27:26 fucking love Rik Mayall, a big big loss. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:29:10 One of the great British comedians. I don't think he ever got over that bad head injury in '98.
RIP Rik Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:29:40 Awful news, rip Rik.
Loved the new statesman, never seems to get aired. :( Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:31:16 I lived around the corner from the college I attended. I'd often skive with mates to go home, smoke weed and watch the young ones. I had them all on tape. Great days.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:50:32 :( :(
I first saw Rik at Glastonbury in a comedy tent....must have been early 80's. He did a character called Kevin Turvey, which for some reason used to crease me up....so it was good to see him go on and create other stuff which I could relate to. Young Ones, was like my life style about 15 years earlier....a bit anachronistic, but when the BBC staple was stuff like Terry and June, Wendy Craig domestic shite, and other twee middle class suburban fodder. A welcome relief. Alan BStard....so well observed and still in a constituency near you. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:51:31 Couldn't watch the Young Ones, disliked Bottom, thought he was superb as Flashheart. Appreciated the effect that he had on British comedy.
Very sad and at no age really. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: chalkies_shorts on Monday, June 9, 2014, 15:58:02 Couldn't stand the Young Ones or actually any comedy he was in. Strangely he did a few straight roles and was very good in them. He was a talent though.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Pissalot on Monday, June 9, 2014, 16:08:04 :( :( I first saw Rik at Glastonbury in a comedy tent....must have been early 80's. He did a character called Kevin Turvey, which for some reason used to crease me up....so it was good to see him go on and create other stuff which I could relate to. Young Ones, was like my life style about 15 years earlier....a bit anachronistic, but when the BBC staple was stuff like Terry and June, Wendy Craig domestic shite, and other twee middle class suburban fodder. A welcome relief. Alan BStard....so well observed and still in a constituency near you. Wasn't the Kevin Turvey character the one with the Birmingham accent he did on the BBC show "A Kick Up the Eighties"? Edit: Yes it was. Great stuff! Happy memories: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CpHEqxy1jM Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, June 9, 2014, 16:17:07 Wasn't the Kevin Turvey character with the Birmingham accent he did on the BBC show "A Kick Up the Eighties"? Yeah....Kevin came from Redditch. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, June 9, 2014, 16:21:01 Grim Tales was pretty cool for those my age.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRi-v_7cJ_U Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Barry Scott on Monday, June 9, 2014, 16:32:28 Fuck, loved him as a youngster, can't recall much since then. Think I also liked him as one of my uncles had a similar appearance and demeanour.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Levi lapper on Monday, June 9, 2014, 17:26:09 First saw him as Kevin Turvey doing a poem about "Theatre" was brilliant at the time as was the young ones which hasn't aged well but was ground breaking when I was a young lad.
Really sad news Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, June 9, 2014, 18:19:04 Quote And now he's died for real. Without me. Selfish bastard - Ade Edmondson Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, June 9, 2014, 18:57:33 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5YJKuKT3jo
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Levi lapper on Tuesday, June 10, 2014, 00:13:49 According to some on here Im probably some sort of hysterical unbalanced gusher, but I'm genuinely feeling really sad for the passing of this man who's comedy genius enriched my young life.
Getting old and seeing your heroes die is awful, but it definitely is preferable to the alternative. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, 14:30:41 http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/27794411
A bit of a shock.... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, 15:24:51 http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/27794411 It gets worse .....A bit of a shock.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/24651576 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, June 22, 2014, 11:44:46 First Flashheart dies, now nursie has gone http://metro.co.uk/2014/06/21/actress-patsy-byrne-aka-blackadders-nursie-dies-aged-80-4770979/
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, June 22, 2014, 13:42:08 And Percy is shitting himself.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Freddies Ferret on Monday, June 23, 2014, 14:44:47 BBC radio presenter Trevor Fry has died. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, July 12, 2014, 10:02:04 RIP, Tommy Ramone
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Fred Elliot on Saturday, July 12, 2014, 17:09:37 RIP, Tommy Ramone The staple diet of my informative youth RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Saturday, July 12, 2014, 19:17:14 The last Ramone, may they all rest in peace.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Levi lapper on Sunday, July 13, 2014, 09:23:47 The last Ramone, may they all rest in peace. Or may then rest in a punk rock version of it! Gabba Gabba hey....... Cant believe they have all gone : ( Saw them once, bloody brilliant Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, July 20, 2014, 11:19:29 James Garner, AKA Jim Rockford has passed away at 86. Used to love the rockford files. Or at least the theme tune, never got further than that as it was my bedtime. Always thought he was a prime candidate to be resurrected in some sort of Tarantino film. Never happened.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Sunday, July 20, 2014, 15:20:34 Rockford Files-honestly my favourite tv show of all time
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Sunday, July 20, 2014, 15:24:33 I liked Garner in the 50's when he used to play Brett Maverick, in the western series Maverick.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, July 20, 2014, 15:41:24 He never did anything conventionally did he. Odd that.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Sunday, July 20, 2014, 17:46:14 At least his likeness lives on in Troy Tempest.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Sunday, July 20, 2014, 22:22:58 At least his likeness lives on in Troy Tempest. STAND BY FOR ACTION! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E06cNv55jTs Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Saturday, August 2, 2014, 22:09:51 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28623367
Mike Smith dies age 59. I was a teenager when he started the Radio 1 Breakfast show in 86, this makes me feel old, 59 is no age.... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Sunday, August 3, 2014, 19:46:57 Good driver in the BTCC too. Not the most talented but he gave everything a bloody good go. Drove a Sierra RS500 too, absolute beast of a car!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Sunday, August 3, 2014, 20:00:55 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-28623367 Mike Smith dies age 59. I was a teenager when he started the Radio 1 Breakfast show in 86, this makes me feel old, 59 is no age.... Poor Sarah Greene. I was too young to remember his radio work but Ghostwatch was amazing and I used to watch 'That's Showbusiness'. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Monday, August 11, 2014, 23:09:55 Robin Williams found dead, apparent suicide.
That's a bit shit. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DMR on Monday, August 11, 2014, 23:11:50 Weird, just watched the Robin Williams FG episode on BBC3.
Sad news. Jumanji was the shit. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, August 11, 2014, 23:16:20 Mork and mindy was the first thing I remember him in.
Sad news. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Monday, August 11, 2014, 23:28:29 Well that's fucking shit.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Monday, August 11, 2014, 23:46:15 That is a turd of a piece of news. Good Morning Vietnam was a masterpiece. Thankyou Robin Williams for all the laughs you've given us.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, August 11, 2014, 23:50:14 Sadly, Williams' death doesn't surprise me. Once a great force in comedy.
His stand-up was often great. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sippo on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 06:57:12 RIP Mrs Doubtfire
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 07:04:48 Sadly, Williams' death doesn't surprise me. Once a great force in comedy. This.His stand-up was often great. His stand up was among the best in the world, he made some great films he made some poor films, it is a sad loss but not exactly unexpected. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jutty274 on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 07:36:53 This is truly sad news he was a genius of comedy, my favorite film of his was The Fisher King, which i watched again only the other night, i was trying to enlighten my son about some great films that he would never think of watching, by the end he loved it as well.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: brocklesby red on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 08:40:47 That is a turd of a piece of news. Good Morning Vietnam was a masterpiece. Thankyou Robin Williams for all the laughs you've given us. this,very sadTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 08:41:48 This. His stand up was among the best in the world, he made some great films he made some poor films, it is a sad loss but not exactly unexpected. I would argue that he hasn't been in a great film since about 1997 but if you're an celebrity who decides to get divorced then you do all of a sudden have to start making any mediocre/terrible film for the money I suppose I'm of a generation where his children's films were a staple part of our childhoods - I saw Hook, Aladdin and Doutbfire all at the cinema for example.... ...but it's his stand-up which I'll remember him for the most. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: mrverve on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 08:48:50 I think his performance in one hour photo was one of the most underrated performances in recent times, he was a talented actor but like a few of you have said I associate him more with comedy especially his stand up, own quite a few of his tours on DVDs. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 09:02:03 I didn't like One Hour Photo, hence why I would argue because there will be people who liked later efforts.
Williams did plenty of serious roles but it was his choice of comedic rfilms which were a greater shame in his later years. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 09:09:18 I would argue that he hasn't been in a great film since about 1997 but if you're an celebrity who decides to get divorced then you do all of a sudden have to start making any mediocre/terrible film for the money That is so right. I don't mind a few of his cameo appearances but in the main his roles this century have been mediocre at best.I will remember him more for Mork & Mindy but his stand up was so full of energy that its the stand out overall. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 09:14:23 Whether his roles/films were good or not, he made people feel happy when they saw him. To me at least, that is the greatest legacy any man could leave.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Simon Pieman on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 09:35:49 I didn't like One Hour Photo, hence why I would argue because there will be people who liked later efforts. Williams did plenty of serious roles but it was his choice of comedic rfilms which were a greater shame in his later years. I feel the same, except for the remake of Insomnia which is a great film. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 09:45:39 Fucking loved Robin Williams, especially as Mrs Doubtfire and Aladdin came out when I was a kid, and I genuinely feel a bit sad about this. He hadn't been in anything decent for years, but I watch some of his old standups on you tube a fair bit. Hilarious bloke! RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 10:01:33 I didn't find him funny in the slightest. Still sad to hear the news though.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 11:33:38 I didn't find him funny in the slightest. Still sad to hear the news though. He was amusing at times, but too OTT for me. His best acting performances were when he played someone who was either very pained or very sad. Sounds as if not much acting was required. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ticker45 on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 14:22:00 Mork and mindy was the first thing I remember him in. Sad news. I remember his appearance in a dream type sequence episode of "Happy Days" that was so good that he was given the Mork and Mindy series that made his name to a far wider audience. As said elsewhere on here, his stand-up routines were well worth watching and as far as films went imho "Good Morning Vietnam" was him at his best. Another comedian that had two sides to his personality - very sad getting to that state. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 19:35:45 Dead Poets Society was a great performance
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 08:01:35 The sensationalist headlines on the tabloid front pages have really pissed me off this morning. Ok, the man was troubled, but it's just saddening that this is what "journalism" has turned into.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 08:12:56 See Lauren Bacall has passed away as well. Probably the definition of sultry.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 10:38:25 See Lauren Bacall has passed away as well. Probably the definition of sultry. I actually thought she'd died years ago....I suppose it was being wed and working with Bogart, who did die years ago. She must have been young and him much older I suppose. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: @mwooly63 on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 11:05:20 I actually thought she'd died years ago....I suppose it was being wed and working with Bogart, who did die years ago. She must have been young and him much older I suppose. 25 years difference between them Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 11:12:04 25 years difference between them Thought it must be something like that... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 11:17:06 www.youtube.com/watch?v=MheNUWyROv8
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, 18:07:09 If you'd told me she'd died 50 years ago I would have believed you ???
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Monday, August 18, 2014, 17:44:36 James Alexander Gordon has died :cry:
What a voice. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, August 18, 2014, 18:15:16 That voice will stay with me forever.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Monday, August 18, 2014, 18:17:49 The voice of coming home after another away day
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Gnasher on Sunday, August 24, 2014, 21:52:25 Sir Richard Attenborough dies aged 90.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Monday, August 25, 2014, 09:00:57 Poor old Dickie...sounds like he wasnt doing that well.
10 Rillington Place......that is one creepy film. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Monday, August 25, 2014, 10:21:19 Not forgetting his role as Pinky in Brighton Rock - great old British film
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, September 11, 2014, 13:02:06 2 deaders today. Jaws from moonraker (richard keil) and sadly Robert 'Throb' Young co founder and guitarist of primal scream. Very sad that one. RIP Throb.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Pissalot on Friday, September 12, 2014, 11:41:45 The original "Mr Shouty Man", Ian Paisley, joins this week's list.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, September 12, 2014, 11:43:14 The original "Mr Shouty Man", Ian Paisley, joins this week's list. Along with Donald Sinden who I used to watch in Never the Twain and The Prisoner.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Friday, September 12, 2014, 12:13:15 And Jim Branning eastenders (John Bardon)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, September 12, 2014, 12:17:04 I saw Jim off eastenders at the Eden project a few years ago :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Friday, September 12, 2014, 12:18:52 I sat next to Arthur Mullard once - on the tube it was
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Thursday, October 2, 2014, 11:05:05 Lynsey de Paul has shuffled off this mortal coil - 64
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Sunday, October 5, 2014, 23:32:49 Andrea De Cesaris, ex Formula One driver, very fast but had an unfortunate habit of crashing a fair bit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WA1qAmz30mw Met him at a sports car race at Brands Hatch many years ago, really nice bloke. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, October 9, 2014, 13:53:46 Ignore that last message from me if you saw it, I keep on getting taken in by fucking pardoy sites
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, October 23, 2014, 10:32:04 Alvin Stardust is beckoned to the pearly gates with a single leather glove.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, October 23, 2014, 10:40:56 Alvin Stardust is beckoned to the pearly gates with a single leather glove. :( Little over a year ago that he was a still rocking like a good un one of mine from trivia that make you smile Quote The performance of Alvin Stardust in the Town gardens Bowl on Saturday night....51 and a half years after making his Swindon debut at McIlroys, as Shane Fenton with the Fentones. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Sunday, November 2, 2014, 20:51:44 Feel like the grim reapers PR man. Acker Bilk toots his last note.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Sunday, November 2, 2014, 20:55:34 Feel like the grim reapers PR man. Acker Bilk toots his last note. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jzx664u5DA Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 12:52:08 Warren Clarke & Rebekah Gibbs today.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 14:21:07 Warren Clarke & Rebekah Gibbs today. :( Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Wednesday, November 12, 2014, 19:46:32 Warren Clarke & Rebekah Gibbs today. I first remember from playing the football chairman in The Manageress in the 80's. Also Carol Ann Susi, who was the voice of Mrs Wolowitz in The Big Bang Theory died overnight. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Thursday, November 13, 2014, 07:43:56 I first remember from playing the football chairman in The Manageress in the 80's. That was Cherie Lunghi wasn't it?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Thursday, November 13, 2014, 07:58:13 That was Cherie Lunghi wasn't it? She was the Manageress - He was the Chairman.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Sunday, November 16, 2014, 11:56:31 Glen A. Larson
Who? Was majorly involved or created: Quincy, M.E. Battlestar Galactica The Fall Guy Magnum, P.I. Knight Rider Manimal Buck Rogers Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 20:59:11 Bad month for music, Jimmy Ruffin passed away this afternoon.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: chalkies_shorts on Wednesday, November 19, 2014, 21:49:10 I suppose that what becomes of the broken hearted
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: REDBUCK on Monday, November 24, 2014, 12:42:39 John Neal ex Wrexham and Chelsea boss who played at right back for 2 seasons in the late fifties.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Pissalot on Thursday, December 4, 2014, 11:09:24 Ian Mclagan - Faces/Small Faces keyboard player died yesterday in Texas from a stroke aged 69.
Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Friday, December 19, 2014, 10:01:04 Mandy Rice-Davies...
Title: Re: Post by: inept and tiresome on Friday, December 19, 2014, 10:21:13 Mandy Rice-Davies... Best quote ever."he would,wouldn't he" Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Monday, December 22, 2014, 18:34:04 Joe Cocker
Title: Re: Post by: RedRag on Monday, December 22, 2014, 22:56:17 Best quote ever. I would imagine young Reg in his pomp at that time."he would,wouldn't he" England was still a sclerotic, deferential society. Mandy Rice Davies' comment above, in response to a QC pointing out to her that Lord Astor, peer of the realm, had denied having even met MRD let alone had an affair with her, was as pithy and cynical a retort as possible. It helped set the tone for the swinging sixties Title: Re: Post by: Munichred on Monday, December 22, 2014, 23:10:16 I would imagine young Reg in his pomp at that time. England was still a sclerotic, deferential society. Mandy Rice Davies' comment above, in response to a QC pointing out to her that Lord Astor, peer of the realm, had denied having even met MRD let alone had an affair with her, was as pithy and cynical a retort as possible. It helped set the tone for the swinging sixties A little off topic: I was on holiday on the Greek island Lindos in the late 70's, and got chatting in a bar with a semi-well known jazz singer (I do remember her name but won't mention it). Lovely girl. She was there with, amongst others, her then boyfriend Reginald Bosenquet. A few months later the singer was in court on a soliciting charge. On being quizzed about their alleged friendship a spokesperson of RB said he had "no knowledge of this person" Title: Re: Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, 00:00:01 I would imagine young Reg in his pomp at that time. England was still a sclerotic, deferential society. Mandy Rice Davies' comment above, in response to a QC pointing out to her that Lord Astor, peer of the realm, had denied having even met MRD let alone had an affair with her, was as pithy and cynical a retort as possible. It helped set the tone for the swinging sixties Certainly opened my eyes....but in many ways little has changed, Harold MacMillan was PM, an Old Etonian toff, in charge of a corrupt government....now Cameron, an Old Etonian toff, in charge of a corrupt government. MacMillan did at least pay lip service to "One Nation" conservatism, having done his time on the front at the Somme. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Tuesday, December 23, 2014, 10:04:24 Joe Cocker What a voice. A legend who leaves behind a legacy of his brilliant covers of songs.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, December 29, 2014, 15:08:12 Summary of 2014
Notable UK deaths of 2014 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-30575063 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Pissalot on Monday, December 29, 2014, 15:11:42 Summary of 2014 Notable UK deaths of 2014 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-30575063 Tempting fate? There's a couple of days to go yet. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Monday, December 29, 2014, 15:14:40 I'm in hospital next week - I suppose if things go tits up I will have to make do with the 2015 list!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: wiggy on Friday, January 2, 2015, 21:45:37 Elly May Clampett (actress Donna Douglas) has passed away.
She was cute - was shocked to see she was 81. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Friday, January 2, 2015, 21:57:43 David Ryall.. on Christmas Day, not sure if this was mentioned.
(Fairly) recently in Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Part 1. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: wiggy on Friday, January 2, 2015, 22:09:13 Listening to The Last Word on Radio 4 earlier they were talking about the death of Graeme Goodall (ska producer and co-founder of Island Records) in mid December, which had completely passed me by
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bogus Dave on Saturday, January 3, 2015, 08:30:15 The Deborah from the song year 2000 died the other day
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Saturday, January 3, 2015, 09:41:29 The Deborah from the song year 2000 died the other day Disco 2000. You've got Busted on the brain, man. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, January 19, 2015, 21:36:30 Anne kirkbride the actress who played Deirdre Barlow in Corrie has died.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: @mwooly63 on Monday, January 19, 2015, 22:19:44 Anne kirkbride the actress who played Deirdre Barlow in Corrie has died. Be nice if the rest of the cast joined her Fucking soaps Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, January 19, 2015, 22:32:26 Disco 2000. You've got Busted on the brain, man. Haha, only just seen this. Do love some busted 8) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Charlie Henry on Monday, January 19, 2015, 22:34:43 Dallas Taylor....https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6I_qg6Ur15c
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: chalkies_shorts on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, 07:35:29 Worked with the man himself - Neil young
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, January 20, 2015, 09:29:36 Bob Symes also died yesterday the excentric inventor and TV presenter at the age of 90.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Symes (http://i.ytimg.com/vi/9fkZwUYOBMk/hqdefault.jpg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, January 26, 2015, 13:39:58 Demis Roussos, rip.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, February 12, 2015, 21:18:21 Im hearing that Steve Strange of Visage has passed away.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMPC8QJF6sI Faded to gray if you will. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, February 16, 2015, 13:46:42 Tony Hart died over the weekend..
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/tony-hart-dies-twice-morph-forced-to-intervene-10048506.html Again! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, February 16, 2015, 14:09:21 he's like Jesus, resurrecting then dying again. but Jesus couldn't do as good pictures.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, February 17, 2015, 00:09:03 I love that headline.
Has anyone actually checked morph for his qualifications though? I mean he's great as a little thing that goes "BA BA BA BU", But I'm not sure he'd make a great pathologist. NHS cuts I suppose. Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, February 17, 2015, 09:03:14 I love that headline. Now then don't you disrespect Morph, he knows his stuff. Now if it had been that lazy layabout Chas I would count on his medical knowledge.Has anyone actually checked morph for his qualifications though? I mean he's great as a little thing that goes "BA BA BA BU", But I'm not sure he'd make a great pathologist. NHS cuts I suppose. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Friday, February 27, 2015, 17:27:28 Spock's snuffed it. Aged 83.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Friday, February 27, 2015, 17:31:27 Live long and prosper . . . . Oh!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:17:14 he kind of did live long and prosper.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:20:08 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:31:32 On second thoughts.... fuck him <-------- (inspired by nothing other than the foul mood that I am currently in)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:34:45 it's life Jim but not as we know it
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:48:33 He's dead Jim!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:51:44 Bones! Get the reviver quick - we can still save him.
Never mind the smell Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Gnasher on Friday, February 27, 2015, 18:52:59 Beam me up Goddy
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red and Proud on Friday, February 27, 2015, 20:33:57 Sadly under A prospective Labour Government and within the EUSSR he could not live long and prosper...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Saturday, February 28, 2015, 00:32:06 I hope he's fired into space, only to be revived miraculously.
I doubt this'll happen though. Man was a true great and always had time for the nutters who wanted to speak to him. RIP Nimoy. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 15:16:05 Terry Pratchett gone now.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 15:25:35 Terry Pratchett gone now. Thats disappointing, glad I got to see him doing a talk in Edinburgh 2 years ago, he seemed very frail then.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 15:30:46 I'm not a big one for mourning celebrities, but Pratchett was such a big part of my childhood that he almost feels like family.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: FatSmurf on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 16:20:06 Agreed very very sad, discworld was such a huge part of my childhood :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 18:05:33 I think he had Altzheimers.....did a lot of work on that subject....heard him on the radio talking about it.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jonny72 on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 19:47:25 Bit of a shock - didn't realise he was that ill.
Loved the Discworld books when I first discovered them years ago and am reading the last one at present. Always liked the depth of them, funny fantasy stuff but with plenty of references and views on current society as well. One of the greatest British authors of all time and a sad loss. Thought the tweets were a nice touch. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 20:03:13 I think he had Altzheimers.....did a lot of work on that subject....heard him on the radio talking about it. He did have Alzheimers.. Was very active within the "right to die" movement. Hope he found his peace. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Honkytonk on Thursday, March 12, 2015, 21:03:40 ++ERROR++ OUT OF CHEESE ++ERROR++
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: wiggy on Friday, March 13, 2015, 13:22:11 For anyone who missed it at the time, this is essential viewing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90b1MBwnEHM Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Charlie Henry on Friday, March 13, 2015, 13:51:44 The divided Alien, Daevid Allen leaves the planet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wr7ZRV94UE http://www.theguardian.com/music/musicblog/2015/mar/13/daevid-allen-gong-soft-machine-remembered Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, March 13, 2015, 15:19:51 The divided Alien, Daevid Allen leaves the planet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wr7ZRV94UE http://www.theguardian.com/music/musicblog/2015/mar/13/daevid-allen-gong-soft-machine-remembered Played in the Beehive prob 2013 now....a good night. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, March 15, 2015, 14:51:15 I only just found out that Joan Rivers died last September. I missed that one, as did this thread somewhat surprisingly ???
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Monday, March 16, 2015, 09:22:24 So did the organisers of the Oscars when they forgot to add her name to the list of people that had died in the last year, so don't worry you and TEF are not the only ones..
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Thursday, March 19, 2015, 09:43:08 Shaw "Keep 'em peeled" Taylor
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-31954540 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Thursday, March 19, 2015, 14:11:59 I can't be alone in singing Ooh, Shaw Taylor over the last couple of days.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 15:37:20 Lil' Chris. Only 24.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 16:23:30 Never heard of him, what does(did) he do?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 16:42:59 Found fame on a show called rock school back in 2006
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 16:47:13 Andy Fraser of Free died this week aged 62.
It's not 'Alright Now' Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 17:13:21 Found fame on a show called rock school back in 2006 The prize on that rock show was to play a gig first on with Motorhead at Hammersmith Apollo. I was working on the tour. It was the last night of the tour, they were shit, I was hungover and spent the day shouting at TV people who had decided the most important thing about the whole night was the 40 tv tosspots wandering around the venue with headsets and clipboards. True story. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 17:22:49 The prize on that rock show was to play a gig first on with Motorhead at Hammersmith Apollo. I was working on the tour. It was the last night of the tour, they were shit, I was hungover and spent the day shouting at TV people who had decided the most important thing about the whole night was the 40 tv tosspots wandering around the venue with headsets and clipboards. You tour managed Motorhead....and lived to tell the tale? sweet.True story. On an aside I had to google Lil' Christ too Sutton, never heard of him till today. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 20:25:14 For anyone who missed it at the time, this is essential viewing. Thank you for posting this. I missed it the first time and only saw your post today. Really enjoyed it.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90b1MBwnEHM Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: flammableBen on Wednesday, March 25, 2015, 00:42:44 Thank you for posting this. I missed it the first time and only saw your post today. Really enjoyed it. It's fucking incredible. I was (and am) a big Pratchett fan, especially his books around the early mid 2000's. He started off with a shit fantasy pisstake and then actually built a world around it. There's a story of him at a fantasy convention with other authors talking about cities full of elves and dwarfs and shit, and he asked where all the sewage went and who fed them. And that's how his books worked at their best. Satirical versions of real cities, warts and all, but with magical creatures playing different races, and all the real city organisation with went with it. He's been accused of being guilty of literature. I'm not sure I'd go that far, but his best books are amazing, and his worst books are middling. His biggest legacy, however, is how he approached his inevitable deteriorating condition, Alzheimer's. The speech written by him and read by Tony Robinson is heart-felt, beautiful, well-argued, and amazing. And whilst I love his books, in fact I've saved the last few up, instead of reading them straight away, knowing that there wouldn't be that many more, his stance on 'choosing when you've fucking well had enough and want to die' is fucking spot on. “What can the harvest hope for, if not for the care of the Reaper Man?” Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Monday, April 6, 2015, 19:55:16 Not a celebrity per se but a big name in the poker world. David 'Devilfish' Ulliott lost his battle with colon cancer today.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, April 6, 2015, 20:01:25 I didn't even know he was ill. Sad news.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Monday, April 6, 2015, 20:16:35 I didn't even know he was ill. Sad news. Same here, apparently only diagnosed in february. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, April 6, 2015, 22:47:10 Used to like watching him, when I started playing poker and watching the poker channel to pick up tips.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: stfc1975 on Monday, April 6, 2015, 22:51:23 Yep see this earlier. Sad news.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, 15:50:32 James "Sherrif Roscoe P Coltrane" Best died yesterday.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Thursday, April 9, 2015, 23:03:00 Richie Benaud's long innings is over. Great commentator, love the way these greats almost feel part of your growing up, him Bill MacLaren, Murray Walker. RIP Richie.
Mourning everyone. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Thursday, April 9, 2015, 23:05:28 Ah man, that one stings. Loved a bit of Richie. Mourning indeed.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, April 9, 2015, 23:15:24 The voice of Cricket imo. Rip.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, April 9, 2015, 23:35:37 I'm not sad...the greatest ever Australian, even though he was French. Love Richie, love cricket.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, April 10, 2015, 00:23:42 There's another chunk of my past gone :(
R.I.P. Richie, a gent. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ExiledEric on Friday, April 10, 2015, 08:03:32 Brings back memories of school holidays in the 1970s. White Horses, banana splits and then the test match on BBC. Inevitably rain stopped play. Wonder what they will do with the ashes.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Paolo69 on Friday, April 10, 2015, 08:23:33 Ah man, that one stings. Loved a bit of Richie. Mourning indeed. Echo that and others sentiments. RIP to "the voice of cricket". Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ronnie21 on Friday, April 10, 2015, 08:38:53 RIP to one of the great voices of cricket, think of cricket commentators and you think of John Arlott, Peter West and Richie Benaud - at least those of us of a certain age do!!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Friday, April 10, 2015, 08:56:27 Richie was to cricket what Dan Maskell was to tennis. RIP.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Friday, April 10, 2015, 09:10:36 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPxyxKO48HQ
Richie's final spell on Channel 4 in the 2005 Ashes series. Someone near me is peeling onions and they need to stop it, rapidly. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, April 14, 2015, 16:03:22 RIP, Percy Sledge.
Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Thursday, April 16, 2015, 06:32:39 nearly slipped through the net, James Best left us a week or so ago. I bet anyone growing up in the 80s knew him.
His most famous role was Rosco P Coltrane in The Dukes of Hazard. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, April 16, 2015, 06:57:49 nearly slipped through the net, James Best left us a week or so ago. I bet anyone growing up in the 80s knew him. Previous page ;)His most famous role was Rosco P Coltrane in The Dukes of Hazard. James "Sherrif Roscoe P Coltrane" Best died yesterday. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Thursday, April 16, 2015, 10:18:32 doh, sorry, only went back one mobile page.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 10:28:28 Keith Harris has died. Orville will be gutted.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 10:34:53 I once booked Keith Harris to do a show at Demontfort Students Union in Leicester. He finished the show doing I wish I could fly segued into R Kelly's I believe I can fly. It was a beautiful moment.
I may have been drinking. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 10:36:20 Noooooooo, Not Keith Harris! :(
Big part of my childhood. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 10:48:42 I find it very suspicious that Orville has refused to comment. I reckon he had a hand in it.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 11:31:59 :(
Big part of my childhood. Him, and Man United already killed Rod Hull. Nookie Bear will be hiding out in a wood, shitting himself. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 12:05:51 Keith Harris's adult ahow is/was extremely funny, saw him live 5 times and was due to see him again in October.
I never knew he had cancer but saying that he did call off the last live show we were going to see in October due to unforseen circumstances so it was probably during treatment. RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 16:46:43 Chris Turner - formerly of Cambridge Utd, Peterborough Utd and the New England Tea Men. Mentioned on this very forum only a couple of weeks ago. Aged 64...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-32494917 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 16:58:16 Chris Turner - formerly of Cambridge Utd, Peterborough Utd and the New England Tea Men. Mentioned on this very forum only a couple of weeks ago. Aged 64... Must admit I had forgotten about him playing for us, admittedly it was a couple of games off the bench, he was one big lump of a centre back. RIP.http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-32494917 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 17:12:03 :( Him, and Man United already killed Rod Hull. Nookie Bear will be hiding out in a wood, shitting himself. Do bears shit themselves in the woods? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 18:04:02 Do bears shit themselves in the woods? Or is that Popes. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 18:27:43 Keith Harris has died. Orville will be gutted. One of the crowning moments of my childhood was seeing Keith Harris and Orville in panto at the Oxford Apollo, circa 1982. RIP both. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 18:28:47 ...because technically, Orville fell off his perch today as well. :(
Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 19:04:12 Keith Harris's adult ahow is/was extremely funny, saw him live 5 times and was due to see him again in October. I suspect my initial interpretation of what you meant by Keith Harris's 'adult show ' was incorrect unless Orville popped round for a cup of sugar?I never knew he had cancer but saying that he did call off the last live show we were going to see in October due to unforseen circumstances so it was probably during treatment. RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 19:10:56 I suspect my initial interpretation of what you meant by Keith Harris's 'adult show ' was incorrect unless Orville popped round for a cup of sugar? Well he did talk about Cuddles the monkey getting a blow job....could be.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 05:55:12 One of the crowning moments of my childhood was seeing Keith Harris and Orville in panto at the Oxford Apollo, circa 1982. RIP both. I am sure you realise that there are members of this forum who would be of the opinion that this effectively makes you an Oxford fan and that you should stop living a lie and buy your season ticket for the Kassam immediately 8) (https://38.media.tumblr.com/2838eb864555994f9e409443a6241774/tumblr_mujdp9JArQ1sbhxjro4_500.gif) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 06:29:42 He is shifty looking I grant you. I reckon you might be onto something there..
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 08:39:58 My grandparents (God rest their souls) used to live in a village near Wallingford...which is how we ended up at the Oxford panto. I can assure there was nothing more to it than that!
Neither grandparent ever showed the slightest interest in football, incidentally. Least of all the yellow variety. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 09:38:15 I'm afraid that won't be good enough for some :no: 8)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 09:40:03 My grandparents (God rest their souls) used to live in a village near Wallingford...which is how we ended up at the Oxford panto. I can assure there was nothing more to it than that! Neither grandparent ever showed the slightest interest in football, incidentally. Least of all the yellow variety. :hmmm: which side of the historic county boundary? Wallingford itself being in Berkshire, the bridge out east leading into Oxfordshire. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 10:39:49 Good call, Reg. They lived near the top of the old boot of Berkshire (which I didn't realise, up until now, extended all the way up to the outskirts of Oxford itself.) They were Reading people anyway, originally. Which is probably a fail also in some people's books.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 10:48:50 Good call, Reg. They lived near the top of the old boot of Berkshire (which I didn't realise, up until now, extended all the way up to the outskirts of Oxford itself.) They were Reading people anyway, originally. Which is probably a fail also in some people's books. You're in the clear then.....obviously any right minded inhabitant of the county of birth of Alfred the Great would want nothing to do with Oxfordshire. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 10:58:24 Alfred the Great was born in Wantage?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 11:20:56 Alfred the Great was born in Wantage? Yes, Wantage in Berkshire, at the spring line of the Berkshire Downs. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 1, 2015, 13:29:08 Ben E King has passed away aged 76.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Friday, May 1, 2015, 13:41:38 My grandparents (God rest their souls) used to live in a village near Wallingford...which is how we ended up at the Oxford panto. I can assure there was nothing more to it than that! Neither grandparent ever showed the slightest interest in football, incidentally. Least of all the yellow variety. If memory serves correct, you did however voluntarily eschew Wiltshire's higher education options in favour of Oxfordshire... Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, May 2, 2015, 09:26:32 i know she isn't famous but Rio Ferdinand's wife.
http://mobile.qpr.co.uk/news/article/rio-ferdinand-wife-rebecca-ferdinand-2435616.aspx (http://mobile.qpr.co.uk/news/article/rio-ferdinand-wife-rebecca-ferdinand-2435616.aspx) i doubt there is anyone in here that doesn't know first hand cancer is an utter utter cunt. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Saturday, May 2, 2015, 10:00:50 Awful, awful news poor family
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, May 2, 2015, 13:01:24 Ruth Rendell has died today aged 85.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Saturday, May 2, 2015, 13:09:41 Ruth Rendell has died today aged 85. Whodunnit? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 15:49:07 Errol Brown from Hot Chocolate has just died aged 71.
RIP, shame as I was due to see Hot Chocolate perform in July. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: @mwooly63 on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 15:50:55 Errol Brown from Hot Chocolate has just died aged 71. RIP, shame as I was due to see Hot Chocolate perform in July. Saw him a few years back at Down Ampney - well probably more than a few years ago :hmmm: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 15:56:16 Errol Brown from Hot Chocolate has just died aged 71. RIP, shame as I was due to see Hot Chocolate perform in July. [/quote Errol Brown from Hot Chocolate has just died aged 71. RIP, shame as I was due to see Hot Chocolate perform in July. RIP Errol However, you should still see Hot Chocolate in July, as they've had a new lead singer since 1992 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:02:58 RIP Errol It was billed as Errol Browns Hot Chocolate so I doubt it.However, you should still see Hot Chocolate in July, as they've had a new lead singer since 1992 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:03:50 Ah ok, i didn't realise that, that's a shame.
Hot chocolate are still touring with a new singer, so i presumed it was them you were seeing. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:07:29 Saw Hot Chocolate in The Top Hat in Spennymoor sometime in the 70s.
I distinctly remember chundering Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:13:17 Ah ok, i didn't realise that, that's a shame. Sorry, I should have been more specific.Hot chocolate are still touring with a new singer, so i presumed it was them you were seeing. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: chalkies_shorts on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:19:59 Saw Hot Chocolate in The Top Hat in Spennymoor sometime in the 70s. And it doesnt get any more exotic than that. I distinctly remember chundering Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:21:14 I believe in miracles
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:31:03 Errol Brown from Hot Chocolate has just died aged 71. Didn't someone else you had tickets to see just die recently as well? I think you should start warning these celebs, bloody kiss of death you are!RIP, shame as I was due to see Hot Chocolate perform in July. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:33:43 Didn't someone else you had tickets to see just die recently as well? I think you should start warning these celebs, bloody kiss of death you are! Yeah I think there was, can't remember for the life of me who it was but yes I appear to be the ticketmaster for the grim reaper.EDIT. yes last week, Keith Harris in October. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:35:14 Why don't you make an appointment to see Steve Cotterill?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:36:33 You can get some Justin Bieber tickets as well while you're at it JJ.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:38:18 You can get some Justin Bieber tickets as well while you're at it JJ. Sorry, I fear the grim reaper will do a role reversal for that one and get his own back on me.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 16:51:52 Worth the risk? ;)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 19:31:25 Worth the risk? ;) For you...maybe. :DTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 20:42:45 You can get some Justin Bieber tickets as well while you're at it JJ. I'm sure there would be a few people on here willing to contribute for this... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 15, 2015, 11:55:15 BB King passes away aged 88. I was surprised he was actually still alive and had to check the date.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, May 15, 2015, 12:16:34 BB King passes away aged 88. I was surprised he was actually still alive and had to check the date. He was 89, you should have checked that as well :D Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, May 15, 2015, 12:46:50 Touche.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kerry red on Friday, May 15, 2015, 13:09:42 Turtle
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, May 15, 2015, 13:27:08 Away!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, 06:19:32 Ex lib dem leader Charles Kennedy, only 55. R.I.P.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, June 11, 2015, 11:07:03 Ron Moody has passed away. Although God is said to be revieiwng the situation.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, June 11, 2015, 11:46:08 And now Christopher Lee...
http://www.theguardian.com/film/2015/jun/11/christopher-lee-dies-at-the-age-of-93-dracula Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, June 11, 2015, 11:56:29 Ah man I'm gutted about him. Have they said if a stake was banged through his heart to make sure?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: chalkies_shorts on Thursday, June 11, 2015, 12:10:52 Ah man I'm gutted about him. Have they said if a stake was banged through his heart to make sure? Don't worry, he'll be back.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, June 12, 2015, 08:21:48 Christopher Lee
Frightened me When I was wee R.I.P. Christopher Lee. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Friday, June 12, 2015, 08:36:27 Christopher Lee Frightened me When I was wee R.I.P. Christopher Lee. Poetic perfection. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Sunday, June 14, 2015, 20:23:40 Christopher Lee Frightened me When I was wee R.I.P. Christopher Lee. You are E.J.Thribb and I claim my five pounds. Some of the obituaries of Lee are incredible. What a life. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, June 16, 2015, 07:13:46 After the death of Christopher Lee The Times printed a lengthy obituary and an article about Dracula.
He wasn't in The Sun or appear in The Mirror though. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, June 16, 2015, 08:21:43 Groan
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, June 18, 2015, 15:53:25 Rick Ducommon, actor from "The Burbs", has died aged just 58, reason for death not known yet.
Was also in Spaceballs, Die Hard, The Hunt for Red October, Gremlins 2, Last Boy Scout,and Scary Movie. http://moviepilot.com/posts/2015/06/18/comedian-and-scary-movie-actor-rick-ducommun-has-sadly-passed-away-3317757?lt_source=external,manual,manual Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, June 18, 2015, 17:01:46 I was going to say Who, but then clicked on the link and was immediately recognisable!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, June 18, 2015, 18:15:09 Jeez he doesn't half look like a young Tom Hanks.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: @mwooly63 on Thursday, June 25, 2015, 18:45:31 Patrick Macnee joins the thread
Best known for Steed in the Avengers Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, June 25, 2015, 22:09:03 Amazing that he acted alongside Christopher Lee when he was 11. There always used to be some (I would say great, in the playground) odd rumours about him, but for the life of me cant remember them, although Purdeys plastic bumhole rings a bell.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Sunday, June 28, 2015, 21:55:55 RIP Chris Squire 😞
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Tuesday, June 30, 2015, 09:04:03 Not a person but Kauto Star has popped off to the glue factory
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, 17:33:30 British Schindler' Sir Nicholas Winton RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: BruceChatwin on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, 17:42:44 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6_nFuJAF5F0
One of the internet's greatest videos. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, July 2, 2015, 10:08:09 RIP Val Doonican.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-33363938 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ExiledEric on Thursday, July 2, 2015, 10:58:58 Off to that rocking chair in the sky... RIP Val. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Friday, July 3, 2015, 05:43:21 Giorgetto Giugiaro, legendary car designer behind Italdesign, shuffled off on the 28th. Their concept cars were genuinely crazy (think of all the 70s/80s wedge designs, they're probably his) but also designed the mk1 VW Golf, the delorean, the original Fiat panda, and who can forget this beast, the Morris Ital?
(http://gomotors.net//photos/57/78/morris-ital-modifications_15a66.jpg?i) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, July 3, 2015, 09:01:48 Giorgetto Giugiaro, legendary car designer behind Italdesign, shuffled off on the 28th. Their concept cars were genuinely crazy (think of all the 70s/80s wedge designs, they're probably his) but also designed the mk1 VW Golf, the delorean, the original Fiat panda, and who can forget this beast, the Morris Ital? Eh? I don't think so? That would have been all over the Lotus forums (original Esprit designer). Today's news: http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/motoring-issues/2015/design-legend-giorgetto-giugiaro-quits-his-own-company-as-audi-takes-over/ (http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/motoring-issues/2015/design-legend-giorgetto-giugiaro-quits-his-own-company-as-audi-takes-over/) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Friday, July 3, 2015, 11:22:03 *ahem* oops, misread the news article I found! 'legendary designer departs the building' as a title didn't help... :doh:
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Friday, July 3, 2015, 11:43:47 It was worth it just for the picture of the Ital...they were utter, utter crap even by the low, low standards of the early 80's 8)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:02:19 It was worth it just for the picture of the Ital...they were utter, utter crap even by the low, low standards of the early 80's 8) Apparently Giugiaro gets asked about the Ital all the time, I think it rankles somewhat... Particularly when his company have designed over 200 cars so far! However, the contender for Worst Ever British Car has to be the Agro? (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/55/Austin_Allegro_2_door_1275cc_March_1979.JPG) Launched with one of the most innovative ideas ever, the "Quartic" (read square) steering wheel :doh: (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/19/Austin_Allegro_Interior_with_Quartic_steering_wheel.jpg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:08:42 The maxi was pretty decent mind.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:12:31 I owned an All aggro, total and utter piece of shit. I had a Blaupunkt stereo in it that was worth 4 times the value of the car. The worst 60 quid I ever spent....
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:28:39 Both of my grandpas had Austin Maxis. Nothing epitomises the late 1970s to me more than the shape/look of that car.
(http://www.simplyeighties.com/resources/Austin_Maxi_ca_1979_Battlesbridge.JPG.opt512x286o0,0s512x286.JPG) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:33:03 I had a Maxi in the early 80's- it was the stop gap that kept me on the road between killing my Spitfire and joining the army.
Not glamorous but a great little motor. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:42:22 Did all cars have wing mirrors positioned half way down the bonnet back then?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:43:07 It was the stop gap that kept me on the road between killing my Spitfire and joining the army. Wow, you must have been immensely cool whizzing around in one of those :toocool: Which Mark was it? (http://pravda-team.ru/eng/image/photo/2/3/6/68236.jpeg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:51:16 Did all cars have wing mirrors positioned half way down the bonnet back then? On the doors too if you look at that pic again. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:52:19 A Mk 3 complete with wire wheels, detachable hard top and tonneau cover.
Great fun for a young idiot like me :D Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Stevens on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:53:40 I had a Maxi in the early 80's- it was the stop gap that kept me on the road between killing my Spitfire and joining the army. Not glamorous but a great little motor. The good old Maxi - lots of room - 'the shagging machine' ;) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, July 3, 2015, 12:55:53 On the doors too if you look at that pic again. I've got a 1975 Earls Court Motor Show review catalogue and the majority of the cars have door mirrors rather than wing mirrors (and quite a few without either!) Wing mirrors were more 60's I would say? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, July 3, 2015, 13:01:17 Of course, there was the morris marina.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, July 3, 2015, 13:04:39 Both of my grandpas had Austin Maxis. Nothing epitomises the late 1970s to me more than the shape/look of that car.[/img] You could buy a new Austin Maxi Highline for £1,806 in 1975. Quote Maxis come with engines of 1500 or 1750cc but the Highline has the big engine with twin carburetters and other features like brushed nylon upholstery, heated rear window and sports wheel trims. High compression pistons, twin carburetters, revised camshaft and new manifolds increase the power. Body side strips with coloured inserts, larger tyres, electric screen washers are included in the specification 91bhp, 100mph, 25-29 mpg Sex on wheels, eh? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, July 3, 2015, 13:10:26 Of course, there was the morris marina. Oh my life. Front drum brakes as standard, discs optional :eek: Mind you the 1.8 TC (twin carb) was a big of a street sleeper, had really low insurance for the performance. I think that one came with discs :hmmm: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Pissalot on Friday, July 3, 2015, 13:30:01 Mistakenly opened this thread expecting to see that someone famous had died and seem to have stumbled into a meeting of Jeremy Clarkson types. :hmmm:
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Friday, July 3, 2015, 14:11:47 TEF discussion going off on a tangent?! Never.
Funnily enough, it started with discussion of an Italian designer...who isn't actually dead yet. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, July 3, 2015, 14:54:24 My granddad was a Cortina man.
When I was growing up I was big into my cars, only know do I realise how poor they were. Austin ambassador and Princess were the earliest ones I remember. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Saturday, July 18, 2015, 08:32:13 Jules Bianchi.
Suppose not really that unexpected as been in coma since October. Wonder if the cause of his crash will ever be know or revealed, it was a bit odd. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Saturday, July 18, 2015, 08:38:59 Jules Bianchi. Suppose not really that unexpected as been in coma since October. Wonder if the cause of his crash will ever be know or revealed, it was a bit odd. From memory it was a wet race, Adrian Sutil (i think) had already crashed a recovery crane was removing Sutils car, the following lap Bianchi spun out at the same point and collided with said crane. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Saturday, July 18, 2015, 08:41:56 Highly insensitive of the DM to include it in their article but there is a video here
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-3166059/Jules-Bianchi-25-dies-nine-months-F1-driver-crashed-Japanese-Grand-Prix.html Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Saturday, July 18, 2015, 08:47:44 From memory it was a wet race, Adrian Sutil (i think) had already crashed a recovery crane was removing Sutils car, the following lap Bianchi spun out at the same point and collided with said crane. I think the odd thing was that he didn't spin out he literally drove into the crane at regular speed, well not regular speed as I think it was under safety car at the time. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Saturday, July 18, 2015, 09:00:01 I think the odd thing was that he didn't spin out he literally drove into the crane at regular speed, well not regular speed as I think it was under safety car at the time. The report into the accident concluded that he didn't observe the double yellows at the time and didn't slow down "sufficiently". http://www.fia.com/news/accident-panel Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: McGurk's Missus on Saturday, July 18, 2015, 14:24:19 The report into the accident concluded that he didn't observe the double yellows at the time and didn't slow down "sufficiently". http://www.fia.com/news/accident-panel I don't think the day is the day to be investigating what led to Jules death. Sleep wll Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: stfc1975 on Sunday, July 19, 2015, 20:32:44 Rip Alex Rocco, most famous for playing Moe Greene in The Godfather and the voice of Roger Myers Jnr in The Simpsons
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Friday, July 31, 2015, 22:42:35 "Rowdy" Roddy Piper leaves the building.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, August 1, 2015, 06:54:06 another bit of childhood gone then. rip hotrod/hotshot
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, August 1, 2015, 07:38:56 Lynn Anderson too, 67. Singer of quite a well know country ditty:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WO4wcNVbYOQ Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Saturday, August 1, 2015, 08:02:49 Stuart 'Field of ponies' Baggs off the apprentice - only 27...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqDJxUFa9q8 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 11:29:45 Cilla Black has passed away at 72.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 11:41:11 You could say that's a surprise
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 11:46:35 That's young for a woman, has she been sick or something?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 18:57:22 I actually feel a bit sad about poor Cilla :cry:
I really enjoyed the recent TV show about her Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 19:53:54 I actually feel a bit sad about poor Cilla :cry: I was genuinely shocked. 72 these days is nothing.I really enjoyed the recent TV show about her Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 22:09:01 Always amazed she was known as a singer as she was pretty bad really. Came across as a nice lady though and good tv host. She had a cracking life, though as OST says 72's not that old these days.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Sunday, August 2, 2015, 22:25:01 Cilla Black has passed away at 72. She was walking past a funeral director's and they had an open coffin in the window. The guy in the doorway said "step inside love" Sorry Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Thursday, August 6, 2015, 10:42:29 Arthur Daley (George Cole) pops off at the age of 90. One of my favourite characters growing up
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Thursday, August 6, 2015, 10:47:50 RIP Arfur. Fantastic show at its peak was Minder.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, August 6, 2015, 10:56:04 Is it to early to announce the death of Australian cricket?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, August 13, 2015, 16:44:42 Blakey from 'On the Buses'...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Thursday, August 13, 2015, 18:56:35 I 'ate you butler. Rip
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, 06:39:55 Justin Wilson, British ex-F1 driver who's been racing in Indycar in America for a number of years, has passed away after being struck on the helmet by the loose nosecone of another car that'd crashed ahead of him. Horrible accident, the absolute worst of luck and he's paid the ultimate price. A truly sad day for motorsport. I remember Massa getting hit by a suspension coil and the effects that had on him, a nosecone is a lot bigger and heavier. RIP.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, 06:49:22 What a shit week or so this is turning out to be. :( RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, 06:56:07 I don't know anything about racing cars. Is there a reason some of them don't have Perspex canopies? That would have stopped that accident surely?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, 08:00:34 There's been discussion about this for quite some time, there's benefits for sure, but also massive problems, such as if a car ends up on its roof and it's on fire, how does the driver get out? Motorsport is incredibly dangerous, but Indycar seems especially so of late. Dan Wheldon, another Brit, was the last Indycar driver to die in 2011, but so many more have been injured since then. This year's indy 500 race saw a number of accidents in practise, 3 cars flipped and one driver was impaled by one of his cars suspension arms after it entered the cockpit. 200mph when you're 15 feet from a concrete barrier will always be dangerous.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: McGurk's Missus on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, 11:29:47 Indycar seems especially so of late
Indycar has always been the most dangerous *sic, quad wheeled motorsport. Their attention to downforce and it's behaviours is poor. Trouble with Indy is that its designed so cars virtually stay in a slip-stream all the way round. If that position is held the vehicle is in near auto pilot. However when a takeover is engineered they're receiving incredible amount of G-Force the moment they take that option. How many times have you seen an Indy car flip trying to take over? They get into constant top speeds with the ovular notion of the circuits. This becomes dangerous as the brakes are only every seen as an emergency device. It's about time Indy focused on its regulations (even if it means lowering and limiting the top speeds). F1 isn't perfect but it has moved miles ahead since the late 80's/early 90's. Still as in all motorsport, every driver knows that when they enter the circuit there is potential for death. RIP to them all. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, August 31, 2015, 08:12:34 Wes Craven
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Monday, August 31, 2015, 09:30:13 NewsRound will never be the same
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Monday, August 31, 2015, 10:55:30 NewsRound will never be the same :fishing:Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, August 31, 2015, 11:25:32 Lord Montagu of the car museum I cant spell fame.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Thursday, September 3, 2015, 06:01:18 Dean Jones, the guy from the original Herbie films has passed away. Loved those films as a kid!
Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Saturday, September 19, 2015, 19:11:57 Brian Sewell.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red and Proud on Saturday, September 19, 2015, 19:40:37 Does my dad qualify? Passed away this morning aged 83.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Saturday, September 19, 2015, 21:29:00 Condolences R&P.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: stfc1975 on Sunday, September 20, 2015, 01:05:22 Jackie Collins aged 77.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red and Proud on Sunday, September 20, 2015, 06:39:30 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, September 23, 2015, 08:10:50 Yogi Berra, baseball legend and possible inspiration for the other Yogi dies aged 90.
"It ain't over till its over" Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wilf Shergold on Thursday, September 24, 2015, 17:12:36 Some great Yogi quotes. I love this one: 'I never said most of the things I said'.
http://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/09/the-50-greatest-yogi-berra-quotes Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Thursday, September 24, 2015, 17:31:18 "I'm smarter than the average bear"
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, 12:19:03 Twin Peaks Log Lady, Catherine Coulson
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-34389296 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, October 9, 2015, 17:52:38 Gordon Honeycomb, and Hugh Scully today.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 11:50:47 Geoffrey Howe
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 19:40:36 Jim Diamond. He said he wouldn't let us down again, but he has by croaking..
Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 19:53:43 Jim Diamond. He said he wouldn't let us down again, but he has by croaking.. He should have known better...Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 20:43:54 Geoffrey Howe That's two ex chancellors in a week, who will be the third?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: LucienSanchez on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 20:53:41 Hopefully Osborne
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 20:55:48 Hopefully Osborne Spoken like a true employee of public services :D Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 21:50:07 Spoken like a true employee of public services :D Hopefully Osborne Silver spoon poisoning??! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 22:18:54 Nothing wrong with Gideon. Very good Chancellor.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Sunday, October 11, 2015, 09:59:47 Geoffrey Howe Was he savaged by a dead sheep?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red and Proud on Sunday, October 11, 2015, 17:39:32 Nothing wrong with Gideon. Very good Chancellor. Agreed, so far so good. Just don't promise to abolish boom and bust and claim to have saved the world/banking system.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, October 11, 2015, 18:58:51 Not agreed but back on subject, Carey Lander, the keyboardist from Scottish Indie band Camera Obscura lost her battle with a rare form of cancer today. Not sure how old she was but it was no great age. Very sad.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Sunday, October 11, 2015, 19:14:24 Not agreed but back on subject, Carey Lander, the keyboardist from Scottish Indie band Camera Obscura lost her battle with a rare form of cancer today. Not sure how old she was but it was no great age. Very sad. Ah that's a shame. I remember listening to My Maudlin Career a lot when it came out. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, October 11, 2015, 19:18:04 Born in '82.
Same age as Bristol City. The wrong one died. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Saturday, October 17, 2015, 10:26:46 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/34560155
Howard Kendall has died at 69, that's no age these days. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: inept and tiresome on Saturday, October 17, 2015, 10:34:32 Says a lot about our season when a thread on death is above a thread on the "official match"
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, November 10, 2015, 10:22:21 Pat Eddery passed away only 63.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, November 12, 2015, 12:18:14 Former Sunderland goalkeeper Marton Fulop has died at the age of 32...
Edit - didn't realise he has had cancer... http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/24942815 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, November 12, 2015, 13:53:06 Former Sunderland goalkeeper Marton Fulop has died at the age of 32... Edit - didn't realise he has had cancer... http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/24942815 Just seen this myself, didn't realise he was ill either. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Thursday, November 12, 2015, 21:06:32 Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor
RIP Phil Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Thursday, November 12, 2015, 21:52:35 Phil "Philthy Animal" Taylor RIP Phil I know what needs to be listened to before I go to sleep tonight. Rest In Noise Phil. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, November 12, 2015, 22:11:58 he was the healthiest looking one last time I saw him. Lemmy and eddie must be shitting themselves.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, November 12, 2015, 22:23:39 Well Im allegedly working the tour in January, so we'll see how Lem is then. He has struggled in recent years (understandably) and cancelled the tour on short notice twice.
Swindon Oasis on the 27th, if he's still going. With Saxon and Girlschool. Its one of the very few tours I work and feel very very young these days. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, November 13, 2015, 09:48:56 Bye bye, Jihadi John. I hope your virgins in paradise give you aids.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, November 13, 2015, 09:55:58 That scumbag isn't worth mentioning.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, November 13, 2015, 10:42:27 Bye bye, Jihadi John. I hope your virgins in paradise give you aids. Not actually yet confirmed that he has died, I fear this could be another misguided USA 'Mission Accomplished' moment. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Friday, November 13, 2015, 13:49:17 Bye bye, Jihadi John. I hope your virgins in paradise give you aids. Jihadi Gone, surely!Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Friday, November 13, 2015, 15:12:23 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:15:18 Bye bye, Jihadi John. I hope your virgins in paradise give you aids. To be fair I think it would rather negate the "paradise" bit if you could get AIDS up there. There wasn't even AIDS in Coolio's version of paradise, and that one involved Gangstas. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:26:45 Who's the Hollywood big name cassanova that has HIV?
I'm guessing Charlie Sheen Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:30:17 Who's the Hollywood big name cassanova that has HIV? According to who? Are you reading women's mags or something ? I'm guessing Charlie Sheen Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:32:18 In t' paper, lass.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:36:23 What sort of paper prints "guess your own" news?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:41:05 I'm just gossiping like an old fishwife
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:43:57 Just as long as you don't advise people to go down and put bets on it ;)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Friday, November 13, 2015, 16:55:29 Now now!
Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, November 13, 2015, 19:10:39 What sort of paper prints "guess your own" news? It was on front of the Sun in the week... No idea who it is but Twitter seems to be awash with the name that Audrey mentioned?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, November 14, 2015, 12:28:57 warren 'Alf Garnet' Mitchell
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: penhillbilly on Saturday, November 14, 2015, 21:01:03 warren 'Alf Garnet' Mitchell no, he was never in hollywood, i don't think... ;)RIP Warren Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Talk Talk on Saturday, November 14, 2015, 22:27:50 warren 'Alf Garnet' Mitchell Goodbye Warren Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, November 16, 2015, 07:09:45 Cynthia Payne
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Monday, November 16, 2015, 09:59:14 Madame!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, November 16, 2015, 11:03:56 Saeed Jaffrey
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, 12:09:38 Who's the Hollywood big name cassanova that has HIV? I'm guessing Charlie Sheen http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-34842292 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Tuesday, November 17, 2015, 19:12:20 Living a life on filth has caught up with the dirty bugger!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 01:16:09 Jonah Lomu. Fucking hell. Died age 40
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 01:32:26 I've just seen that, I knew he'd had problems with his kidneys but that was unexpected!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 07:02:50 :eek:
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 07:24:19 What a shame, what a legend. Opposition players would often just bounce off him once he got running.
Not too much of a surprise really considering his size, it must have been a lot of strain on his organs. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 08:22:40 RIP Jonah. A star went out yesterday.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Skinny Pete on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 09:14:07 Still don't reckon death will stop him! Runaway train that fella!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 09:59:02 Was a nice guy as well. We were on a flight with him from Auckland to Wellington. As for size he took his and half my friends seat in first class. He was huge.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 19:11:38 The word legend gets used far too freely these days, but Lomu was undoubtedly one of them. In my mind, he was key to making rugby such a widely popular sport.
40 is no age and the fact he was on the transplant list waiting for a donor is extremely sad. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Friday, December 4, 2015, 15:44:06 Scott Weiland died last night, formerly of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver. Sad as the guy was talented and a great showman, but his problems with drugs and alcohol were hardly a secret. I used to listen to STP a lot during my teenage years. RIP Scott!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Friday, December 4, 2015, 15:46:29 Yeah I just heard. I promoted his last show in the UK I believe back in September at the Garage.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, December 4, 2015, 16:35:08 An incredibly talented man. RIP.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, December 7, 2015, 14:13:33 Nicholas Smith who played Mr Rumbold In Are you being Served. Often seen him driving around here in his old roller. No more though.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 13:42:10 Jimmy Hill RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: woolster on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 13:45:23 Jimmy Hill RIP yes RIP, didn't people years ago call liars Jimmy Hill an rub their chins :hmmm:Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 13:51:50 Yes. Chinny reckon on.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 13:52:19 didn't people years ago call liars Jimmy Hill an rub their chins :hmmm: Yes...RIP Jimmy... The man you brought in 3 points for a win and got rid of the maximum wage. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 13:59:57 Yes...RIP Jimmy... The man you brought in 3 points for a win and got rid of the maximum wage. Love him or loathe him, Jimmy was something of a football visionary. We won't see his like again :( Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 14:13:06 Always resented him a little for the way he came out against us in 1990 after the double demotion. But that's a long time ago now. RIP.
Who else was there for this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwU9pHTEhA8 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 14:18:39 Always resented him a little for the way he came out against us in 1990 after the double demotion. But that's a long time ago now. RIP. Who else was there for this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwU9pHTEhA8 I was there. Great game, we battered them. Carl Froggat (?) scored a worldly for Villa. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 14:19:53 Steve Froggat...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 14:20:35 It'll be a doddle for Hoddle
(that's what you had to say to get the free GWR selection pack that day). Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 14:23:58 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: joteddyred on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 14:32:11 Always resented him a little for the way he came out against us in 1990 after the double demotion. But that's a long time ago now. RIP. Who else was there for this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwU9pHTEhA8 I was. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 16:01:04 Always resented him a little for the way he came out against us in 1990 after the double demotion. But that's a long time ago now. RIP. Who else was there for this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwU9pHTEhA8 I was there, do I get a t-shirt ;) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 16:54:19 I was in the shrivvy, opposite big Ron in his sheepskin. 16,400 there that day.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 18:13:14 I was in the shrivvy, opposite big Ron in his sheepskin. 16,400 there that day. Same as me then.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Combe Down on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 18:34:07 The man...got rid of the maximum wage. So it's his fault for the state of the game today. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 18:44:58 So it's his fault for the state of the game today. No. Footballers were paid derisory amounts, compared to the money made by clubs at the time. Sky in particular and tv in general have fucked the game.I didn't like Hill very much, but he did more for the game than most in his lifetime. Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 19:32:54 Lord Janner passes on.
Title: Re: Post by: Ells on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 20:38:04 Lord Janner passes on. And the "trial of the facts" won't take place. Disgusting. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 20:49:58 I'd say 'unfortunate' rather than disgusting. You cannot try a dead man. He died an innocent man in the eyes of the law. His death maybe supports the view that he was not fit to stand trial. We'll never know whether he was guilty of the abuse that has been alleged.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 20:57:42 I'd say 'unfortunate' rather than disgusting. You cannot try a dead man. He died an innocent man in the eyes of the law. His death maybe supports the view that he was not fit to stand trial. We'll never know whether he was guilty of the abuse that has been alleged. What, like Jimmy savile? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 20:59:06 What, like Jimmy savile? Exactly. He may be innocent, he may be guilty. You can't just pretend the accusations aren't there because he's dead. Justice is about far more than inflicting imprisonment on a living man, especially from a victim's point of view. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 21:15:42 Exactly. He may be innocent, he may be guilty. You can't just pretend the accusations aren't there because he's dead. Justice is about far more than inflicting imprisonment on a living man, especially from a victim's point of view. I haven't done that. The accusations are there in plain view. No one doubts that they exist. You say yourself that he may be innocent or guilty. All I'm saying is that a judicial process needs to be followed in order to establish which. And Janner was not in a fit state to participate in that process. It was your use of 'disgusting' which I wasn't sure about, that's all. The only alternative judicial process that might be followed now that he is dead is some form of enquiry, public or otherwise. What, like Jimmy savile? He's a good example, actually. He was never tried, and never found guilty. That's why the enquiry is necessary. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Saturday, December 19, 2015, 21:37:58 Ah, I see what you mean now, apologies Ardiles. Disgusting does imply there was some sort of decision process I disagree with - which I don't. You can't blame the judicial system for him dying. I just wish the trial of the facts had been able to go ahead. "Disappointing" just didn't seem strong enough a word, but in hindsight would probably have conveyed what I meant more accurately.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DRS on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 10:41:14 Ah, I see what you mean now, apologies Ardiles. Disgusting does imply there was some sort of decision process I disagree with - which I don't. You can't blame the judicial system for him dying. I just wish the trial of the facts had been able to go ahead. "Disappointing" just didn't seem strong enough a word, but in hindsight would probably have conveyed what I meant more accurately. yes. Yes you should Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 11:59:07 I was quite surprised, given this country's lust for blood when it comes to pedophiles, that most people weren't satisfied that Lord Janner suffering with dementia was some sort of karmic justice. Either way, as has been stated he dies an innocent man with his family sticking by him. I don't really know the ins and outs but tend to believe there's no smoke without fire. Bit of a tricky subject really.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 13:17:29 I was quite surprised, given this country's lust for blood when it comes to pedophiles, that most people weren't satisfied that Lord Janner suffering with dementia was some sort of karmic justice. Either way, as has been stated he dies an innocent man with his family sticking by him. I don't really know the ins and outs but tend to believe there's no smoke without fire. Bit of a tricky subject really. Indeed, its a murky old case... One area that has caught my eye and building on your comment about this country's lust for blood when it comes to pedophiles is the clamour on Facebook for his trial to go ahead despite his Dementia which means he would have been unable to contribute or defend himself, which ironically seems to be being led by many of the same people who were most vociferous against the use of secret evidence in trials - the right to an even trial doesn't seem to apply in this case? I have no idea of the rights and wrongs in this case and it is rightly a tricky mess where whatever happens you are not going to get an outcome that keeps everyone happy but there does need to be consistency in the legal process. Possibly gets Tom Watson out of a slightly embarrassing situation following his clamour for the prosecution of Leon Britton whilst refusing to sign letters calling for the trial of Janner... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 23:16:24 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Tuesday, December 22, 2015, 23:21:13 I should what? Use simpler English Ells. Some of the users of this forum can't manage joined up writing even ;) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 17:07:52 Don Howe has died. Arguably the best football coach of his era.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 17:16:27 Don Howe has died. Arguably the best football coach of his era. Out of interest where did he get that reputation from? Always been interested, as heard it as I grew up, now looking back I really can't see much evidence for such a claim. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 17:25:00 Out of interest where did he get that reputation from? Always been interested, as heard it as I grew up, now looking back I really can't see much evidence for such a claim. Really?I've heard and read a lot about him from managers and players of that time who all were very complimentary. Wimbledon fa cup winning side for instance. England when they actually were good. The bloke was very much sought out to coach teams. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 17:26:31 Yeah I know he was 'pretty good' but like you say people used to really big him up and now looking back he didn't really achieve an enormous amount to back it up. Not meaning to do the bloke an injustice, especially today. Just interested.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 17:49:48 Out of interest where did he get that reputation from? Always been interested, as heard it as I grew up, now looking back I really can't see much evidence for such a claim. Howe's reputation was forged by coaching the Arsenal double team of 71. He kind of invented the 1-0 to the Arsenal culture Not saying he was responsible for the negative/pragmatic football of the 70's, which led to England getting left behind by the likes of the Dutch, but it sure didn't help. The symbol of this side was Peter Storey, previously a full back, but drafted into midfield to kick people, which he was more than happy to do before falling foul of the law in later life. They didn't trust flair, had invested in Peter Marinello from Hibs, reckoned the Sweatie George Best....he barely got a game before being shunted off to Pompey. Charlie George briefly shone particularly in the Cup Final, but soon moved on and never really showed his talent. George Graham, was part of that side, and became famed for the defensive organisation he'd inherited from Howe. Whenever a side shipped a few goals, there'd be a call go up to get in Don Howe....probably part of the reason why British coaches have such a poor reputation in the world game. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 18:18:53 So a fairly homeward looking 'best coaches of his generation'. That's what I was thinking. Remember his TV work in the 80's early 90's not being too exciting either. Still he did well out of the game, enjoyed a good life.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 18:21:31 Was England coach under Robson and Venables. Not to shabby times and sides to look back upon.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 18:46:32 More notably, Don Howe coached the Arsenal team that reached the League Cup Final in 1969 taking the famous Swindon Town to extra time and succumbing only to two late goals by THE Don.the greatest player of his generation.
In spite of his influence on coaching at the highest level, Don was not especially self-important or high minded and in later years he became involved with Newbury Town, commenting: There's no difference between coaching England and coaching Newbury Town. The reason is that they're all blokes. There are England blokes, Manchester United blokes, Arsenal blokes and Newbury blokes. You are coaching men, human beings. Don Howe, who worked with both the England Squad and his local Isthmian League part-timers, 1994 RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, 20:05:33 I might be wrong but I'm pretty sure I met Don Howe at half time during our play off win over Sunderland.
Rip. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Mrs Brown on Thursday, December 24, 2015, 09:49:57 On the subject of Don Howe, I have a story to tell of my one encounter with him...
In 1979, on the day that Swindon Town played Arsenal in the League Cup quarter final replay at the County Ground, I was helping out in the sports shop, selling programmes, souvenirs, etc, in the afternoon. A phone call came in from the main office that they'd run out of match day programmes there and I was duly despatched to the office with a large box of them. As I walked alongside the North Stand (as it was then), a team coach pulled up and a man (who I later realised was Don Howe) was knocking on the window, waving at me to stop. The coach pulled up and the man came down the steps and asked if he could have a programme. I told him that if he wanted one they were 35p each. After checking all his pockets, he found he had no money on him. I'm sure you're expecting me to say that I gave him a programme anyway, but I didn't. I just shrugged and walked on! I always maintained that we won that night because Don Howe and Terry Neill didn't know what team they were putting out as they didn't have a programme to tell them! Anyway, RIP Don. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 08:04:09 R.I.P Lemmy :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 09:25:07 rip Lemmy, and condolences to the person(s) on here so knew him
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 09:27:01 I saw Motorhead a few years back now, co-headlining with Alice Cooper and supported by Joan Jett. They were good fun really, Lemmy has had a pretty fantastic innings considering his lifestyle. I would say RIP, but I don't think peace was really his thing. Rest in noise.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 09:30:35 Meadowlark Lemon as well. Threw a bucket of shredded paper over me once.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 09:54:48 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 10:43:04 He didnt do resting or peace well. I was about to start properly advancing the tour for the end of January where we were going to be taking out the 'Bomber' lighting rig again. I first worked their tour in 2004 and had been doing so regularly since.
Its hardly a surprise. But as Ive said on FB, he was the original. Anything you've done that you think was rock n roll, Lemmy had already done. Rest in peace Lem. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 12:54:23 He didnt do resting or peace well. I was about to start properly advancing the tour for the end of January where we were going to be taking out the 'Bomber' lighting rig again. I first worked their tour in 2004 and had been doing so regularly since. Its hardly a surprise. But as Ive said on FB, he was the original. Anything you've done that you think was rock n roll, Lemmy had already done. Rest in peace Lem. The term legend is over used, but he really deserved it. RIP Lemmy Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 15:39:16 Ex-Newcastle keeper Pavel Srnicek dies at age of 47
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 15:41:26 Fucking hell. That wouldn't have been on anyone's prediction lists.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 21:40:57 John Bradbury Specials drummer also. Bad couple of days for music.
Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 22:32:43 Ex-Newcastle keeper Pavel Srnicek dies at age of 47 Genuinely gutted to see Pavel's passing, was their goalkeeper in the years I lived up there and as a former goal keeper was the player I always admired in the years I was there.The supporters loved him and he admired them... Not a Newcastle supporter bar time living up there but 47 is no age and too close to home for me RIP Pavel... Pavel will always be a Geordie. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 22:33:03 And Guru Josh. Thats a pretty steep drop off at the pearly gates. Im Lemmy, Im Brad from the Specials, erm, Im Guru Josh.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: michael on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, 23:12:07 Bloody hell, today has been worse than the Red Wedding
At least there has been Mike Tyson falling off his daughter's 'hover board' to cheer us up http://youtu.be/NywBHGm6Wg0 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 02:33:50 Lemmy's local bar selling out of Jack Daniels tonight apparently. Love that.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 09:03:14 Ex-Newcastle keeper Pavel Srnicek dies at age of 47 Absolutely mental. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 13:42:00 Until I logged onto social media this morning I never realised just how popular Lemmy and Motorhead were with the middle classes, some of the garbage which has been posted by people I suspect have never listened to any music let alone Motorhead has been peculiar although once again I suspect its the curse of people feeling the need to say something on Facebook as everyone else was doing so.
Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 18:15:59 you don't have to listen to, or even like motorhead to appreciate their influence/importance.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:03:29 I remember seeing them at Goldiggers in Chippenham.
Was so loud you could feel the music better than you could hear it :) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:23:25 Until I logged onto social media this morning I never realised just how popular Lemmy and Motorhead were with the middle classes, some of the garbage which has been posted by people I suspect have never listened to any music let alone Motorhead has been peculiar although once again I suspect its the curse of people feeling the need to say something on Facebook as everyone else was doing so. It's the 'Diana' effect whereby in death people become way, way, way more popular/clever/funny/inspirational/caring/talented etc than they ever were in life.Nothing against Lemmy btw, I have no views on him one way or the other, it just seems to be human nature. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:27:21 It's the 'Diana' effect whereby in death people become way, way, way more popular/clever/funny/inspirational/caring/talented etc than they ever were in life. Nothing against Lemmy btw, I have no views on him one way or the other, it just seems to be human nature. True that. Happens with every death that's in the public eye (and ones that aren't, for that matter) Hope if I die early everyone calls me a dickhead, just to make a change from being "a bright character" who was "loved by everyone" Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:31:26 ells you dickhead.
thought I'd give you that gift before you go, just so you have one less thing to worry about when you do. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:33:01 ells you dickhead. thought I'd give you that gift before you go, just so you have one less thing to worry about when you do. You will be permitted to attend the cheese and pineapple buffet just for that x Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:34:57 cheese and pineapple, on sticks?
I've fucking made it if ells dies. mwahahaha. quick get me a swivel chair and a cat to stroke! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:38:28 Fuck that.
When I snuff it I am leaving enough dosh to buy a mahoosive amount of booze for all of my nearest and dearest and friends to get absolutely wrecked. On me. Way to go, literally. :pint: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:43:40 Fuck that. When I snuff it I am leaving enough dosh to buy a mahoosive amount of booze for all of my nearest and dearest and friends to get absolutely wrecked. On me. Way to go, literally. :pint: I'm not as old as you, I've only made it to the buffet planning stage ;) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:47:38 cheese and pineapple, on sticks But what cheese? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:50:22 If it's not cheddar it's wrong.
They can put that on my gravestone actually. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 19:59:30 Any fucking cheese with pineapple is wrong. You people appall me.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:06:50 Any fucking cheese with pineapple is wrong. You people appall me. I would normally agree (fuck your Hawaiian pizza) but for some reason the introduction of cocktail sticks makes it acceptable. Must be a childhood thing. Perhaps if you come FH I can put you in charge of making sure that anyone who eats them both together instantly is swiftly escorted from the premises? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:10:51 .... and 're-educated' with water boarding?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:15:05 If you wouldn't mind mate.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:22:36 I'll do it!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:26:33 So, should I pencil a date in for this then?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:29:10 You can't put me in the death list thread, no. I'm not even a celebrity yet.
Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 20:52:31 right that's it, I'm taking you off my people to stalk list. Hawaiian pizza is fine...
I bet you and FH are anchovy freaks aren't you Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 21:17:15 I don't think I've even tried anchovies.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 21:30:15 I'm , well, the family is now feeling the effect of my pancetta and Brussel sprout pizza with extra anchovies and garlic from pizza express this afternoon. Not very pleasant if i'm honest :) Funny though.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 21:39:34 Ells I'm only coming to your funeral if the cheese and pineapple is presented on a hedgehog made of a potato covered in foil!!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, 22:56:04 I'm not as old as you, I've only made it to the buffet planning stage ;) You're only one year younger. I will be 26 on the 8th January. That's also Elvis's and David Bowie's birthdays as well. Fuck. I've just given the game away. You don't know who they are... :( Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 00:31:22 Any fucking cheese with pineapple is wrong. You people appall me. This x100!Went out for a birthday do last night but it was a Christmas menu, finished with the cheese board.... Lovely bit of cheddar, Stilton and brie..... Then bloody Wensleydale with cranberries, cheese and fruit should never mix.. ! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 00:42:41 Wrong!
Brie and grape stilton and apple Cheddar and redcurrant Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 08:06:22 No, he's quite right. Cheese and fruit do not go together.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 10:10:16 No, he's quite right. Cheese and fruit do not go together. He's right. But don't just take my word for it, ask John Shuttleworth...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEmHEIDFm6w Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 11:26:05 He's right. But don't just take my word for it, ask John Shuttleworth... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEmHEIDFm6w At last a man who realises that the two should never be allowed to meet and mix... Grapes with cheese is the devils work..... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 11:58:08 No, he's quite right. Cheese and fruit do not go together. Cheese and vegetables are alright though. Interestingly, the run to Burton not only included a sighting of the Marmite factory, now incorporating the Bovril plant as well, but a passage through Branston on the A 38 on the edge of Burton. Could it be thought I? Indeed it could, the origin of the pickle much loved accompaniment to cheese sandwiches. I'd always thought Branston was a company name....silly me that's Crosse and Blackwell. Sadly pickle is no longer made there, but Burton did get Bovril from London. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Paolo69 on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 14:30:22 No, he's quite right. Cheese and fruit do not go together. Not even cheese and tomatoes? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 14:46:38 It's the 'Diana' effect whereby in death people become way, way, way more popular/clever/funny/inspirational/caring/talented etc than they ever were in life. Nothing against Lemmy btw, I have no views on him one way or the other, it just seems to be human nature. I worked with the fucker for 10 years. He would be in fits of laughter to think he has had the 'Diana' effect. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 14:50:12 First it was grammar nazis, now we have the fromage fascists.
I quite like certain cheese with certain fruits, so fuck you. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 14:53:50 Cheese and pineapple is bloody lovely!
The more mature the cheddar the better. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 15:38:48 I worked with the fucker for 10 years. He would be in fits of laughter to think he has had the 'Diana' effect. He had a fuck of a lot more effect on my life than Diana did. A true legend. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 15:45:41 I worked with the fucker for 10 years. He would be in fits of laughter to think he has had the 'Diana' effect. Not on quite the same scale of course - same principal though ;)Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 16:22:37 Not even cheese and tomatoes? Definitely not. Tomatoes are the fruit of the devil. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 16:24:55 Is the Diana effect, standing in the rain looking and acting like a moron? Was a sad day though really, as she could have at least given her brothers in law a lift, selfish cow.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Thursday, December 31, 2015, 16:39:31 Is the Diana effect, standing in the rain looking and acting like a moron? Was a sad day though really, as she could have at least given her brothers in law a lift, selfish cow. There are many sides to it but that is one aspect, yes.Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Friday, January 1, 2016, 09:46:38 Wayne Rogers.... 'Trapper' John McIntyre in MASH
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Saturday, January 9, 2016, 17:09:47 Ed "Stewpot" Stewart
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: REDBUCK on Saturday, January 9, 2016, 21:24:21 Hope Arnold is ok.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Levi lapper on Sunday, January 10, 2016, 11:48:09 He had a fuck of a lot more effect on my life than Diana did. A true legend. He was a bass player/singer in a band that had 3 or 4 good songs, and he played in Hawkwind for one of their best songs, I know a few who have met him who say he was a really nice bloke, but a legend? Really? Motorhead were pretty good for a few years in the early 80's but they weren't as good as people are remembering!! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, January 10, 2016, 12:50:42 He was a bass player/singer in a band that had 3 or 4 good songs, and he played in Hawkwind for one of their best songs, I know a few who have met him who say he was a really nice bloke, but a legend? Really? Motorhead were pretty good for a few years in the early 80's but they weren't as good as people are remembering!! So even more in common with 'the peoples princess then'. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Monday, January 11, 2016, 06:46:32 David Bowie. Real shocker. Had no idea he was ill.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Monday, January 11, 2016, 07:13:47 David Bowie. Real shocker. Had no idea he was ill. Same here - cancer the report says. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, January 11, 2016, 07:25:03 Ah fuck. Another one.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, January 11, 2016, 07:36:46 Quote from: janaage David Bowie. Real shocker. Had no idea he was ill. blimey :( guess he wanted to keep it quiet.. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: REDBUCK on Monday, January 11, 2016, 08:00:21 and why wouldn't you..Says a lot about the man.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, January 11, 2016, 08:03:14 Hell of a way to promote your new album!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kszLwBaC4Sw http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-JqH1M4Ya8 Title: Re: Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, January 11, 2016, 08:03:33 I've been meaning to listen to Low again.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, January 11, 2016, 08:25:31 Shocked... He actually can be called a legend.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, January 11, 2016, 08:39:13 I've seen some question Lemmy's credentials as a legend, the same can't be said of Bowie though. He's about as legendary as they come. RIP Goblin King.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: brocklesby red on Monday, January 11, 2016, 09:06:55 Bunked off school to see David Bowie at Salisbury City hall in 1973 which was my first real gig. Was already hooked by The man who sold the world and my love of his music never diminished. Sad day
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, January 11, 2016, 09:21:04 Cue outpouring of grief on social media, led and driven in the most part by those who never listened to a David Bowie track but feel they need to be seen to be sad.....
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, January 11, 2016, 09:23:44 Legend. R.I.P.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DRS on Monday, January 11, 2016, 09:52:33 Cue outpouring of grief on social media, led and driven in the most part by those who never listened to a David Bowie track but feel they need to be seen to be sad..... Is it any different to you feeling the need to point this out every time? Fucks me off(not you) how many people feel they need to tell everyone how they should react to these things. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: REDBUCK on Monday, January 11, 2016, 10:04:27 You'll need to stay away from any 5 live phone in today then, quite a few tears about.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, January 11, 2016, 10:08:53 Cue outpouring of grief on social media, led and driven in the most part by those who never listened to a David Bowie track but feel they need to be seen to be sad..... Pretty unfair really. Most people can only vaguely sing along to one motorhead song, but even my 14 year old daughter can sing along to about a dozen Bowie ones. I'd guess that would be pretty much across the board with him. So yeah lots of people will be upset. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Monday, January 11, 2016, 10:11:31 You'll need to stay away from any 5 live phone in today then, quite a few tears about. In fairness, staying away from 5Live phone ins is generally the best approach every day. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Monday, January 11, 2016, 11:40:10 Cue outpouring of grief on social media, led and driven in the most part by those who never listened to a David Bowie track but feel they need to be seen to be sad..... My father in law died at the weekend and I'm picking up the pieces of my family. He died of a vicious strain of Alzheimers - an illness that I was quite ignorant of until I saw a proud and lovely man destroyed before my very eyes. It is sad when anybody dies, famous or not, but my grief is very real at the moment. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, January 11, 2016, 11:43:10 My father in law died at the weekend and I'm picking up the pieces of my family. He died of a vicious strain of Alzheimers - an illness that I was quite ignorant off until I saw a proud and lovely man destroyed before my very eyes. It is sad when anybody dies, famous or not, but my grief is very real at the moment. So sorry about your loss - we are at an early stage of a similar illness with my mother at the moment its horrible already. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Monday, January 11, 2016, 11:55:18 So sorry about your loss - we are at an early stage of a similar illness with my mother at the moment its horrible already. Thanks Mr H. It is truly horrible and you have my deepest sympathies. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, January 11, 2016, 12:59:28 Thanks Mr H. It is truly horrible and you have my deepest sympathies. My gran went that way and it's truly heartbreaking to see any human that way. My sympathy with you at this time Bewster. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Levi lapper on Monday, January 11, 2016, 15:20:14 I've seen some question Lemmy's credentials as a legend, the same can't be said of Bowie though. He's about as legendary as they come. RIP Goblin King. This was what I was getting at regarding Lemmy, very sad that Bowie's death has illustrated the point. A true legend, in every sense of the word. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Monday, January 11, 2016, 15:43:31 My gran went that way and it's truly heartbreaking to see any human that way. My sympathy with you at this time Bewster. Thanks Bob, much appreciated. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: janaage on Monday, January 11, 2016, 18:15:07 Cue outpouring of grief on social media, led and driven in the most part by those who never listened to a David Bowie track but feel they need to be seen to be sad..... Be interested to meet anyone over 30 who's never listened to David Bowie song. What an odd thing to focus on. The bloke was a genius. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, January 11, 2016, 18:33:47 My brother definitely doesn't listen to David Bowie and he's hopped on to the grief bus to seem knowledgable. That's his prerogative.
I love a lot of David Bowie's music, that won't change. I also like how he clearly had a sense of humour with his cameos in stuff like Zoolander and Extras. The last time he truly impressed me was during the Olympics closing ceremony when everyone thought he'd come out and sing Heroes... Nope. Kept his artistic integrity til the end. Title: Re: Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, January 11, 2016, 19:06:18 I put Bowie on in the office today and most hadn't heard of him.
So I resigned. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Monday, January 11, 2016, 19:51:52 RIP Ziggy
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Monday, January 11, 2016, 19:53:57 RIP Ziggy
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, January 11, 2016, 20:02:01 I don't profess to have enjoyed all his music but he did produce some iconic stuff. I remember seeing the Ashes to Ashes video on Totp when it was released, I watched it in awe. Bowie dressed in that clown outfit.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, January 11, 2016, 20:23:08 I first saw Bowie in about 71, I was part of the Ents Committee at Uni, and we had about a grand to spend and a certain number of shows to put on. Another kiddy and I could remember Space Oddity which had come out in 69, and Bowie had fallen off the radar somewhat, so we thought he'd be a good value headline for £250....we opened the gig with a then little known band for £30....called Roxy Music. It was maybe later in the year that he released Ziggy Stardust, and the rest is history.
I loved the 70's output, but more or less lost interest around the end of the decade.... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, January 11, 2016, 20:27:11 I largely associate Bowie with my crush on Jennifer Connelly, which I still maintain to this day.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, January 11, 2016, 20:39:23 My father-in-law saw Bowie play Bristol in 1972 with support from Suzi Quattro and Thin Lizzy.
It was the Ziggy Stardust Tour but pre-TOTP. He bought his ticket on the day and was moved to the front as the venue was half empty. A year later and there are queues around the block for his return (which he also went to). That man has some great gig tales and I'm envious. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Monday, January 11, 2016, 22:01:55 I largely associate Bowie with my crush on Jennifer Connelly, which I still maintain to this day. ASS TO ASS! AAAAAAAAASSSSSSS TO AAAAAAAASSSSSSS! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, 08:45:37 Pretty unfair really. Most people can only vaguely sing along to one motorhead song, but even my 14 year old daughter can sing along to about a dozen Bowie ones. I'd guess that would be pretty much across the board with him. So yeah lots of people will be upset. She came home yesterday and said quite a few in her year were asking who he was, she responded by asking them if they were morons whose parents hadn't bought them up right. That's my girl :) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, 19:31:58 I think Bowie is or may come to be regarded as a great artist rather than rock star. Time will tell.
Male model, performance artist, actor, director, story teller, musical performer, enigmatic thinker. As a teenager, I wasn't especially comfortable with glam rock, let alone sexual ambiguity. I was forever grateful that the "All the young dudes" song Bowie donated to Mott the Hoople saved that loveable but chaotic rock band from immediate extinction. A mere footnote to Bowie's career but even so a big deal to all Mott fans and just one sign of Bowie's eclecticism and generosity. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arnold Corns on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, 20:50:26 Bunked off school to see David Bowie at Salisbury City hall in 1973 which was my first real gig. Was already hooked by The man who sold the world and my love of his music never diminished. Sad day My first concert too. Been a huge fan ever since. Was at Berln at the weekend in Hansa Studios celebrating his birthday and album release and then the awful news Monday. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 12:40:30 Alan Rickman.
WTF is it with 2016? We're not even out of January yet. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 12:47:41 just seen this. terrible news
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 13:02:19 :( Hans Gruber
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 13:20:34 Die Hard, Robin Hood (great as the sheriff) :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 17:43:17 I just said to my wife that Alan Rickman had died, she replied "The Man vs Food guy?!"
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 18:44:53 sad loss, shit month for it. :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 20:45:26 I just said to my wife that Alan Rickman had died, she replied "The Man vs Food guy?!" He's done well to hang on based on what he eats. I hope for his sake he lives on rabbit food when not filming a series Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:01:10 We had a substitute teacher at school who my friend and I used to call Alan Rickman because he really looked like him. Said teacher found out about this and said he was flattered because he was a legend and he was glad at our age we knew who he was.
He really epitomised "baddie". Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:16:28 He's done well to hang on based on what he eats. I hope for his sake he lives on rabbit food when not filming a series Have you seen him? He's been pretty thin for 3 or 4 years since that odd appearance in that charity football match where he spent a year dieting then was on the pitch for about 20 seconds before being subbed Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:19:51 He might be thin but I bet he's about as healthy as a slug with a salt fetish. He's basically a reverse Gillian McKeith
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:23:43 He might be thin but I bet he's about as healthy as a slug with a salt fetish. He's basically a reverse Gillian McKeith Not sure who that is to be honest. But he hasn't been food bingeing for a while was my point, so he has to be healthier surely? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:30:52 Not sure who that is to be honest. But he hasn't been food bingeing for a while was my point, so he has to be healthier surely? She was that fake doctor who had a load of TV shows about detoxing and how to be healthy, telling people just to eat seeds and sheet. And she obviously isn't healthy. He has to be healthier, yeah, but the danger of eating huge amounts of disgustingly unhealthy food isn't getting fat is it! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:32:45 He might be thin but I bet he's about as healthy as a slug with a salt fetish. He's basically a reverse Gillian McKeith Ah you mean the haggard looking knackered cow As in this: (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/07/e5/14/07e514e049c2698d6d87ac35be661a40.jpg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:33:17 Nah no idea on her. And he was never a massive porker, didn't he eat it and chuck up, or so I read (which still isn't healthy I grant you)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:41:27 Nigella has awesome breasticles by the way.
Plus she was married to one of the most intelligent, funny and honest British journalists who ever lived, John Diamond. I know that he was ace as he never wrote for the Grauniad. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, January 14, 2016, 23:45:53 Ah you mean the haggard looking knackered cow As in this: (https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/07/e5/14/07e514e049c2698d6d87ac35be661a40.jpg) Haha I've not seen that before, that's great. Tbf anyone who advocates a "detox" is a momentous charlatan/bellend but she really takes the cake/organic hand picked sunflower seeds. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:02:49 Those photo's are 5 years old as well. One of them hasn't changed...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:05:59 Those photo's are 5 years old as well. One of them hasn't changed... Nigella is two days older than me. Fuck we're looking good 8) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Levi lapper on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:12:11 Haha I've not seen that before, that's great. Tbf anyone who advocates a "detox" is a momentous charlatan/bellend but she really takes the cake/organic hand picked sunflower seeds. Oh theNigella who does shit loads of Coke and has OD'd on plastic surgery, yeah she is a great advert for natural healthy lifestyle :no: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:18:22 Oh theNigella who does shit loads of Coke and has OD'd on plastic surgery, yeah she is a great advert for natural healthy lifestyle :no: (http://cdn.steampowered.com/v/gfx/apps/214870/ss_5c8868a7fb7c5bb9997f60631393ae21e0597e6f.1920x1080.jpg?t=1351900569) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:29:00 Oh theNigella who does shit loads of Coke and has OD'd on plastic surgery, yeah she is a great advert for natural healthy lifestyle :no: She's not a great example no, but she's never claimed to be, which the other one has! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:32:06 She's not a great example no, but she's never claimed to be, which the other one has! I claim nothing. No coke, no plastic surgery. Just shedloads of beer, cigars, good food in reasonable amounts and lotsa sex. :beers: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:35:49 Although that health freak woman isn't very pleasant, Using a photo from when she was in the jungle compared to a made up woman isn't really fair.
There were photos in the papers of Nigella bathing in the sea a few years ago and she looked rough. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, January 15, 2016, 00:54:10 The 3 of you left on earth, who would you bang?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, January 15, 2016, 01:54:04 Funnily enough one of the things Mckeith actually got in trouble for was illegally selling a product called "horny goat weed" which was supposed to enhance ones sex life. Coke would have been far better. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, January 15, 2016, 19:41:48 Dan "Grizzly Adams" Haggerty (73)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Friday, January 15, 2016, 22:44:17 Coke would have been far better. Said the voice of experience :nod: Title: Re: Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 09:03:07 One of my colleagues put on Facebook "am I the only person who never heard of this latest 'celebrity' to have died?" (speaking of Alan Rickman).
She also went on to say "I just about managed to work out who the Bowie geezer was, but that's only because they kept playing his songs".. Followed up with "these people can't exactly be legends if I have never heard of them!" To Give a little more of a clue on her personality... She's a James Blunt fan. Title: Re: Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 09:06:39 One of my colleagues put on Facebook "am I the only person who never heard of this latest 'celebrity' to have died?" (speaking of Alan Rickman). I bet she's watch the Harry Potter movies though. Title: Re: Re: Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 09:08:52 I bet she's watch the Harry Potter movies though. Apparently not. She's never watched Harry Potter or Die Hard.. We even asked her about Love Actually.. But says she hasn't seen that either.Personally I think she's being awkward as a few months ago she told me she had never heard of The Inbetweeners, Alan Partridge or The Office. She's 25. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 09:09:13 I saw a twitter post yesterday sharing a petition to have Bowie put on the 20 quid note.
One comment said something like "I don't understand this, why have a singer on the 20 quid note? It'd make more sense if it was Freddy Mercury" :doh: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 10:12:26 One of my colleagues put on Facebook "am I the only person who never heard of this latest 'celebrity' to have died?" (speaking of Alan Rickman). That's so wrong I don't even know where to begin. My problem isn't that she hasn't heard of Bowie or Rickman but her view that anything outside her extremely narrow spectrum of knowledge or experience can't possibly have any worth whatsoever. If she's not heard of some one or something, it's not worth knowing. She also went on to say "I just about managed to work out who the Bowie geezer was, but that's only because they kept playing his songs".. Followed up with "these people can't exactly be legends if I have never heard of them!" To Give a little more of a clue on her personality... She's a James Blunt fan. I can only hope she reads that again a few years from now and realises how dumb and arrogant she has made herself appear. The World has always been full of mind numbingly stupid people. These days, they all have a voice. Thank you Social Media. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ron dodgers on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 10:19:45 I claim nothing. No coke, no plastic surgery. Just shedloads of beer, cigars, good food in reasonable amounts and lotsa sex. hence your blistered and calloused palm...........!!!!:beers: Title: Re: Re: Post by: Red Frog on Saturday, January 16, 2016, 13:20:57 Apparently not. She's never watched Harry Potter or Die Hard.. We even asked her about Love Actually.. But says she hasn't seen that either. Personally I think she's being awkward as a few months ago she told me she had never heard of The Inbetweeners, Alan Partridge or The Office. She's 25. ...and North Korean right? Otherwise, I can't compute that level of stupid. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Sunday, January 17, 2016, 07:17:10 That's so wrong I don't even know where to begin. My problem isn't that she hasn't heard of Bowie or Rickman but her view that anything outside her extremely narrow spectrum of knowledge or experience can't possibly have any worth whatsoever. If she's not heard of some one or something, it's not worth knowing. I can only hope she reads that again a few years from now and realises how dumb and arrogant she has made herself appear. The World has always been full of mind numbingly stupid people. These days, they all have a voice. Thank you Social Media. She once asked me (this is genuine): 'Have you heard of Fall Out Boy? To which I replied 'I have indeed' She followed up with: 'I haven't'.. Erm, you mentioned them to me?!... She does it to get the attention.. I don't entertain it to her face. That's just playing up to it. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Sunday, January 17, 2016, 07:44:49 You only have to watch University Challenge to realise that basic popular culture gets missed by some.
Title: Re: Post by: RedRag on Sunday, January 17, 2016, 14:58:18 One of my colleagues put on Facebook "am I the only person who never heard of this latest 'celebrity' to have died?" (speaking of Alan Rickman). She also went on to say "I just about managed to work out who the Bowie geezer was, but that's only because they kept playing his songs".. Followed up with "these people can't exactly be legends if I have never heard of them!" To Give a little more of a clue on her personality... She's a James Blunt fan. Who's James Blunt anyway? Like the sound of her and think she has you eating out of her hand. She'll make a top High Court Judge one day. Title: Re: Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Sunday, January 17, 2016, 15:15:51 Who's James Blunt anyway? Like the sound of her and think she has you eating out of her hand. She'll make a top High Court Judge one day. Haha needless to say, I don't entertain her stupidity.. not directly anyway. I won't give her the attention she so craves. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, January 18, 2016, 03:13:46 Blowfly aka Clarence Reid.. Had a greater influence on music than people realise. The film about him is worth watching if you're into that kind of thing.
Asked whether he thought he'd go to heaven or hell said "I wouldn't give a fuck". That's my kinda guy. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UCOBGotTMmM Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, January 18, 2016, 16:07:43 Blowfly aka Clarence Reid.. Had a greater influence on music than people realise. The film about him is worth watching if you're into that kind of thing. I've never heard of the bloke but that is a fantastic response :DAsked whether he thought he'd go to heaven or hell said "I wouldn't give a fuck". That's my kinda guy. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, January 18, 2016, 22:18:25 Im now hearing that Glenn Frey from the eagles has gone. Aged 67. Fucking hell another one Ive done a tour with.
RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, January 18, 2016, 22:22:15 RIP Glenn Frey. I'm well aware of who the Eagles are, but I'm not going to pretend to be distraught at hearing of his passing.
However, lately I have been fucking dreading opening this thread whenever I see a new post has been added. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Monday, January 18, 2016, 22:25:31 I'm sure there'll be a Facebook meme along soon to blame Ashley Williams for his death.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, 10:51:44 Dale Griffin of Mott the Hoople goes at 67..
One hell of a collaboration band has gone already in 2016. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, 18:19:35 Dale Griffin of Mott the Hoople goes at 67.. aka Buffin, a Herefordshire lad, very much the glue of early Mott, who loved this cult, nearly band and who latterly sadly suffered from Alzheimers. His boisterous and uncomplicated drumming complemented the "rock 'n roll". RIP.One hell of a collaboration band has gone already in 2016. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Friday, January 22, 2016, 19:29:33 H from Steps.
RIP (http://www.hypedup.co.uk/pictures/steps.jpg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, January 22, 2016, 20:43:43 Quality
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, January 22, 2016, 20:48:05 Quality Bit harsh? I know he's not everybody's cup of tea but surely that's no way to react to his death! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, January 22, 2016, 21:02:13 Bit harsh? I know he's not anybody's cup of tea but surely that's no way to react to his death! There, that's better. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, January 29, 2016, 10:46:22 Paul Kantner, joins the recently outflow of rock stars into the universe....
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZKGTpgw_9g Still gigging up til the end, my mate saw him in a pub in Derby, back in Oct/Nov. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: inept and tiresome on Saturday, January 30, 2016, 09:06:52 I'm surprised no ones mentioned the evil bastard Cecil Parkinson, who has popped his clogs and gone straight to hell to join his leader.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 00:18:56 I'm surprised no ones mentioned the evil bastard Cecil Parkinson, who has popped his clogs and gone straight to hell to join his leader. You know that hell is just a construct, yes? It doesn't actually exist? Let's be kind and recognise that Cecil has gone to sleep with Maggie and they are cuddled up under duvets waiting for Norman Tebbit to join them? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 00:44:48 It's not like the world is full of chaos, hate and depressing news. I'm so glad that hell is a construct. :beers:
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 01:27:15 Paul Kantner, joins the recently outflow of rock stars into the universe.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZKGTpgw_9g Still gigging up til the end, my mate saw him in a pub in Derby, back in Oct/Nov. That sounds like a privilege for your mate...a few at a pub in Derby or a few hundred thou at Woodstock in 69, this guy certainly lived a fully life and to my regret was the other half of Grace Slick, one of a number of charismatic hellraisers of those days. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 08:30:55 It's actually thought that the concept of the Abrahamic hell derived from an actual place just outside Jerusalem. It was like a large rubbish tip that was often burning and smouldering and people of the time were threatened with being sent there as punishment if they didn't tow the line. It's mentioned in the bible a a few times.
You're welcome Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 09:04:46 Sir Terry Wogan died at 77
Title: Re: Post by: china red on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 09:21:35 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 09:26:58 Not normally affected by 'celeb' deaths, but this one makes me very sad.
RIP, Sir Terry. Title: Re: Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 09:39:05 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: inept and tiresome on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 09:52:31 You know that hell is just a construct, yes? It doesn't actually exist? No, I didn't know hell was a construct. Well you live and learn. Next thing you'll tell me is, muslim paradise doesn't exist and there isn't 70 virgins waiting for them.Let's be kind and recognise that Cecil has gone to sleep with Maggie and they are cuddled up under duvets waiting for Norman Tebbit to join them? As for Cecil and Crazy Mag, "lets be kind"? No fucking way, evil bastards, all of them No karma? No point. Just me pissing on their graves left to do. Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:00:57 rip Wogan, DJ, talk show host, Eurovision taking the piss expert and sort of pop star with one of those songs that one way or another makes you smile
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3Y4HufJ1oE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T3Y4HufJ1oE) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:13:46 Goddamn - I was really hoping you'd got that wrong Batch. The words National, Treasure and Legend get thrown around all too freely at times like this and they tend to sound rather insincere. They are all completely apt in this case though.
Edit: I just happened to see your post first - Didn't spot the ones before it. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:27:24 Cue even more social media grief tourism
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Paolo69 on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:42:04 Goddamn - I was really hoping you'd got that wrong Batch. The words National, Treasure and Legend get thrown around all too freely at times like this and they tend to sound rather insincere. They are all completely apt in this case though. Totally spot on OST. RIP Terry! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:49:15 Cue even more social media grief tourism There will be some of that but he was genuinely, massively popular - loved even. He was a genius - and a 'bloody nice bloke' as well.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 10:51:09 There will be some of that but he was genuinely, massively popular - loved even. He was a genius - and a 'bloody nice bloke' as well. Completely agree Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 11:51:09 Think we should have a thread about living people whom posters think are great so that it doesn't seem like "grief tourism" when famous people die.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 11:54:30 A five minute old thread to talk about people who haven't died?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 12:37:43 Think we should have a thread about living people whom posters think are great so that it doesn't seem like "grief tourism" when famous people die. Excellent idea adje - make it so...Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 13:33:18 A five minute old thread to talk about people who haven't died? Yes,that sort of thing Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 16:38:28 The 100ft putt Wogan holed out at Gleneagles was brilliant. Can't find anything of it on YouTube though which is a pity.
Seemed a decent guy too so always a shame when somebody nice dies. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: REDBUCK on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 16:46:07 Actor - Frank Finlay
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 22:25:33 Think we should have a thread about living people whom posters think are great so that it doesn't seem like "grief tourism" when famous people die. I thought Red Frog started one of these recently. If somebody were to call me a grief junkie if/when David Attenborough pops his clogs then they'll be off my Christmas card list. (That'll learn them) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 22:28:28 Where was my fucking christmas card.
Tosser. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 22:29:54 It's in the fucking post.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 22:30:57 Fucking thankyou.
As is yours. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kaufman on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 22:38:35 The 100ft putt Wogan holed out at Gleneagles was brilliant. Can't find anything of it on YouTube though which is a pity. It's on the BBC Site here.Seemed a decent guy too so always a shame when somebody nice dies. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35453646 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Sunday, January 31, 2016, 23:10:07 Used to be a great rumour that he had 31 wigs the same colour but each a little longer than the previous, get to the end of the month and wear the shortest one again voila instant haircut.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Monday, February 1, 2016, 09:21:53 I thought Red Frog started one of these recently. If somebody were to call me a grief junkie if/when David Attenborough pops his clogs then they'll be off my Christmas card list. (That'll learn them) Yes,found it Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, February 1, 2016, 22:34:40 Meh, I find the whole grief junkie stuff faintly unpleasant, but that doesn't mean it applies to everyone who expresses grief towards a celebrity.
No one said it had to be motivated by anything bad, but there really are people on social media who post a loving tribute to every celebrity who ever dies whether they've heard of them or not. It's just kind of crass and blatantly disingenuous. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Monday, February 1, 2016, 22:42:43 Meh, I find the whole grief junkie stuff faintly unpleasant, but that doesn't mean it applies to everyone who expresses grief towards a celebrity. No one said it had to be motivated by anything bad, but there really are people on social media who post a loving tribute to every celebrity who ever dies whether they've heard of them or not. It's just kind of crass and blatantly disingenuous. Sometimes I just really want to take you out and get you drunk so that you don't think too hard about everything? Do we have a date? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, February 1, 2016, 22:44:38 Even when it's clearly a parody, it's fucking creepy.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, February 1, 2016, 22:45:09 Sometimes I just really want to take you out and get you drunk so that you don't think too hard about everything? Do we have a date? How drunk will you get me before I say yes? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Talk Talk on Monday, February 1, 2016, 22:57:23 How drunk will you get me before I say yes? I have inexhaustible wealth and drunkenness capacity Ells Oh and it's ok FH, we're grown ups :D Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, February 5, 2016, 00:16:38 Maurice White has shuffled off to a Boogie Wonderland.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Friday, February 5, 2016, 01:03:36 Dave Mirra. Arguably one of the greatest bmx-era of all time found dead at 41. Committed suicide.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Barry Scott on Friday, February 5, 2016, 09:57:04 Dave Mirra. Arguably one of the greatest bmx-era of all time found dead at 41. Committed suicide. Was just about to post this. Although wasn't sure he'd be famous enough for most. Possibly the first "celebrity" death which has actually made me a bit sad. He was a massive idol of mine during the late 90s onwards. I think I only saw him ride (in the flesh) once, but he was a fucking god. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjSWx36Wvqs Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, February 6, 2016, 09:14:24 Edgar Mitchell, 6th man on the moon. OK he's not that well known, but he does have some CT that the TEF enjoys
http://observer.com/2015/08/edgar-mitchell-apollo-14-astronaut-speaks-out-on-roswell-the-existence-of-aliens/ Also some snapchat model called Katie May, not sure if anyone has heard of her, or if I'm just too old for that kind of thing, but sad at 34 all the same http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/35501865/queen-of-snapchat-katie-may-dies-aged-34-after-suffering-a-stroke Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Saturday, February 6, 2016, 11:10:10 Maurice White has shuffled off to a Boogie Wonderland. Where he will be a shining star no doubt Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 17:26:34 Phil Gartside has died, 63 years old. Shitty time to be a Bolton fan...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: theakston2k on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 17:57:55 Phil Gartside has died, 63 years old. Shitty time to be a Bolton fan... Was it him that suggested the Premier 1 and 2 idea along with the inclusion of Celtic and Rangers and was basically ready to destroy the football league in order to keep Bolton in the top flight?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 18:00:51 Yes, it's fair to say that is desperate attempts to keep BWFC within the elite made him quite the disliked figure outside of Bolton.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, 22:40:55 Yes, it's fair to say that is desperate attempts to keep BWFC within the elite made him quite the disliked figure outside of Bolton. I think you mean the bloke was an utter self serving twat. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, 10:50:56 George Gaynes died earlier aged 98, best remembered for Police Academy filmes.
(http://img2.bdbphotos.com/images/orig/l/6/l675hnefugw876hw.jpg?djet1p5k) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, 10:53:35 R.I.P Commandant Eric Lassard :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Friday, February 19, 2016, 15:54:58 Harper Lee (too kill a mocking bird) has died.
One of the few books i enjoyed at school Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Friday, February 19, 2016, 17:22:24 one of the many books I absolutely hated at school.
but I gave it a go later in life, and realised that it truly was a brilliant piece of literature, I just wasn't ready for it at 14. go set a watchman was good too. rip Harper Lee. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:07:17 I remember TKAM from school quite vividly.
That said, she was hardly a prolific writer was she. 2 books in 90 odd years!!? If I was that productive in my job I would have been sacked years ago. Quality over quantity I guess. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:12:36 I think everyone hates the books they're given to study for English Lit. I was always jealous of my mates who got to do 1984 at the time, as I'd already read it and loved it, but I'd have probably come to hate it if I had to do it for GCSE!
The follow up I would rather ignore, but TKAM really was one of those books "everyone should read". RIP Harper. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:14:14 The follow up I would rather ignore, As a matter of interest, wass that because of the portrayal of Atticus, or because the story wasn't as good? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:17:18 As a matter of interest, wass that because of the portrayal of Atticus, or because the story wasn't as good? Both. I saw it as a bit of a cash cow, personally. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:26:14 Go Set a Watchman was actually wrote first I believe.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:27:52 I think everyone hates the books they're given to study for English Lit. I was always jealous of my mates who got to do 1984 at the time, as I'd already read it and loved it, but I'd have probably come to hate it if I had to do it for GCSE! The follow up I would rather ignore, but TKAM really was one of those books "everyone should read". RIP Harper. Back in the day I could read a book in one or two days and wished I'd been given a choice for exams. Do kids still read books? Consoles and social media seem to be all they're interested in. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:33:39 Go Set a Watchman was actually wrote first I believe. It was definitely held back by Lee for a long time. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, February 19, 2016, 18:39:17 Back in the day I could read a book in one or two days and wished I'd been given a choice for exams. Do kids still read books? Consoles and social media seem to be all they're interested in. I dropped out of school quite young, but I was lucky my parents encouraged me to read a fair bit so I did read some stuff. I'm 24 though so I didn't have an iPad when I was 5. And I find kids fucking annoying now. (Sorry nan, keep waiting.) I read a hell of a lot more than I did at school though. I don't see how forcing you to over-analyse a book is going to teach you to love literature. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Friday, February 19, 2016, 19:26:58 Yeah the over analysis really does ruin any chance of enjoying a book in school. Still think TKAM has only one character with any depth at all, but perhaps I might like it if I re-read now.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, February 19, 2016, 19:32:05 I dropped out of school quite young, but I was lucky my parents encouraged me to read a fair bit so I did read some stuff. I'm 24 though so I didn't have an iPad when I was 5. And I find kids fucking annoying now. (Sorry nan, keep waiting.) I read a hell of a lot more than I did at school though. I don't see how forcing you to over-analyse a book is going to teach you to love literature. Strangely when I was at school we didn't have to study English Lit. 8 "O" levels. 3 sciences...Physics, Biology, Chemistry. Latin.....History, Geography, English Language, Maths. In later years, I became very glad that I was never forced to over analyse a book, and so developed a love of literature. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sippo on Friday, February 19, 2016, 19:48:31 Off topic, but yesterday I saw a funeral car with the courtege behind with a little old woman sat on her own. She must have been late 80's. Really sad.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, February 19, 2016, 20:42:50 Both. I saw it as a bit of a cash cow, personally. To be fair, she did 'file' Watchman and go on to write Mocking Bird, maybe it was for the very reason Atticus wasn't enlightened enough or the story good enough. I kind of viewed it as a separate, different story I suppose. As for cash cow, no doubt it made a lot of money. But she hardly benefited from it herself, it only got published last year! I suppose she could have written any old crap any old time, and it would sold masses. Chose to live as much of a reclusive, fame free life as possible from what I can gather. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, February 19, 2016, 21:15:30 Strangely when I was at school we didn't have to study English Lit. 8 "O" levels. 3 sciences...Physics, Biology, Chemistry. Latin.....History, Geography, English Language, Maths. In later years, I became very glad that I was never forced to over analyse a book, and so developed a love of literature. My Dad (who I've always tried to emulate, at least academically) did the same. Except he also did Applied Maths? And Physics I think. To be fair, she did 'file' Watchman and go on to write Mocking Bird, maybe it was for the very reason Atticus wasn't enlightened enough or the story good enough. I kind of viewed it as a separate, different story I suppose. As for cash cow, no doubt it made a lot of money. But she hardly benefited from it herself, it only got published last year! I suppose she could have written any old crap any old time, and it would sold masses. Chose to live as much of a reclusive, fame free life as possible from what I can gather. Yeah, I'm more than happy to admit my feelings towards the book are based on emotion rather than fact. I'm more than happy to put it on my to read list. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, February 19, 2016, 21:23:27 In later years, I became very glad that I was never forced to over analyse a book, and so developed a love of literature. I lived with a couple of (Welsh) English undergraduates at Uni. Think the English language side is fairly interesting, at least the roots and the constant evolution of language is. English lit always seemed over-analysis of a book to second guessing what the author actually meant and presenting it as fact. Reminds me of a story of an (unannounced and incognito) author giving a book reading, a discussion afterwards on which there was the "what the author meant here" comment. The author disagreed, an heated debate followed up to the point the other said "look, I am the author, I really didn't mean that".To which said arguer declared the author as "wrong" :) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Sunday, February 28, 2016, 13:02:58 Frank Kelly. 18 years to the day that Dermot Morgan died.
Rest in FECK and DRINK, Frank. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, February 28, 2016, 13:42:20 rip father jack Hackett
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Sunday, February 28, 2016, 13:43:05 Frank Kelly. 18 years to the day that Dermot Morgan died. Rest in FECK and DRINK, Frank. Father Ted, one of the few comedies that I still will watch whenever on the telly and still makes me laugh a lot. Rip fathers. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Monday, February 29, 2016, 11:51:12 He loved his brick :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, 04:21:43 George Kennedy. He wont mean much to a lot, but was an oft used actor to play the bad guy against Clint. Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, and The Eiger Sanction being 2 of my faves.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, 07:52:13 George Kennedy. He wont mean much to a lot, but was an oft used actor to play the bad guy against Clint. Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, and The Eiger Sanction being 2 of my faves. ...and for people with a comedic preference, Cpt. Hocken from the Naked Gun films. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, 11:16:08 http://youtu.be/63lE3AOBgeA
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: brocklesby red on Thursday, March 3, 2016, 06:51:15 Martin Crowe dies of cancer at the age of 51. Brilliant batsman for Somerset and New Zealand
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: flammableBen on Friday, March 4, 2016, 03:33:37 Only just found out that Douglas Slocombe (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Douglas_Slocombe) died. Cinematographer on the first three Indiana Jones films, and that was at the end of his career.
Last Word - the radio4 obituary show - has been really fucking good so far this year. Put the podcast on your rotation. You won't regret it. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 10:42:44 Sir George Martin. R.I.P.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Audrey on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 11:12:48 Sir George Martin. R.I.P. Did Aaron Ramsey score last night?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 11:37:27 Did Aaron Ramsey score last night? No came on as a sub, lasted about 10 minute, got injured and went off again!Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 13:14:07 Sir George Martin. R.I.P. GOT fans going mental this morningTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 18:41:36 Sir George Martin. R.I.P. Done good with a bunch of scousers. Had a home up at Coleshill? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, March 11, 2016, 14:08:15 Looks like DJ Derek's body found near Cribbs Causeway yesterday after being missing for several months.
http://www.bristol247.com/channel/news-comment/daily/crime/dj-dereks-death-confirmed-at-cribbs-causeway-1457700279 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, March 11, 2016, 14:39:17 I'm struggling to get my head round the concept of a white septuagenarian who put on a Jamaican accent when playing reggae tracks. Was he on the way to a race relations meeting? Sad someone has died, but What the holy fuck.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, March 11, 2016, 14:44:55 I'm struggling to get my head round the concept of a white septuagenarian who put on a Jamaican accent when playing reggae tracks. Was he on the way to a race relations meeting? Sad someone has died, but What the holy fuck. I must admit that listening to him talk I did feel almost uncomfortable with his accent, it seemed almost insulting, but he was accepted by the black community in Bristol a long time ago so they seemed to not have had a problem with him.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:34:38 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND.
A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:38:35 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. Oh God I am so very sorry to hear that Posh Red, thats utterly terrible news, my thoughts are with you may she rest in peace.A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: JoeMezz on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:39:24 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Thoughts are with you mate Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:41:30 Sorry to hear this Posh Red
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: SleafordRobin on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:41:39 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Deepest condolences Posh, terrible news Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:43:26 Deepest condolences to you and your family Posh Red. So very sorry for your loss.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ronnie21 on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:51:44 I am so sorry to hear your news, deepest condolences for your loss.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Friday, March 11, 2016, 16:57:39 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Sad news. Thoughts with you. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 11, 2016, 17:01:15 That's terrible. Thoughts are with you, Posh.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Friday, March 11, 2016, 17:16:00 So sorry to hear of your loss, Posh Red. There are no suitable words at a time like this.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Friday, March 11, 2016, 17:17:09 God, that's beyond awful. Sincere condolences to you and all your family Posh. Our thoughts are with you
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Friday, March 11, 2016, 17:32:12 Terrible news. So sorry to hear it. Condolences to you and your family Posh.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Friday, March 11, 2016, 17:55:55 Condolences to you and your family Posh
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, March 11, 2016, 18:47:10 There aren't any appropriate words Posh, but my thoughts are with you and yours.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, March 11, 2016, 18:58:53 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Really sorry to hear that PR. Thought with you at this time. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, March 11, 2016, 19:27:59 I echo the sentiments of others in that words seem feeble, but I'm terribly sorry for your loss PR. Stay strong. x
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Friday, March 11, 2016, 20:25:09 Thanks all for your kind messages.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Friday, March 11, 2016, 20:49:28 So sorry to hear that Posh Red, thoughts are with you and your family.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Friday, March 11, 2016, 21:40:02 I can't even begin to imagine what you must be feeling, PR, but thoughts are with you & your family. Take care.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Friday, March 11, 2016, 23:16:46 Deepest condolences. That's way too young to be parted. Try to keep focused on the good things.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 00:41:21 So sorry to hear of your loss PR.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 06:04:16 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. Very sorry to read this. Deepest condolences and best wishes.A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 06:49:38 So sorry to hear your news. Be thinking of you.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DA15red on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 06:57:01 Sorry for you loss PR...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: brocklesby red on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 06:59:12 So very sad and unfair, thoughts are with you and your family
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 07:50:37 Sorry to read this. Condolences to you and your loved ones Posh
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 09:11:24 Can't even imagine the sorrow posh.something we all dread.glad you were able to share that and like all fellow townenders i wish you the best possible.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jamiesfuturewife on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 09:35:45 So sorry for your loss x
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: red sheldon on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 11:49:04 I just want to echo everyone's comments, it is terrible news and I'm so sorry for your loss
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 13:57:58 Hope you have a good day with family at the game Posh.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Saturday, March 12, 2016, 16:13:32 Just wishing to echo everyone else, thinking of you Posh Red!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 09:18:43 Just seen this PR- so very sorry for your loss.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 09:18:58 Sylvia Anderson.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 09:29:35 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: skiptotheLouMacari on Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 09:48:17 Awful awful news Posh, may she rest in peace.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Thursday, March 17, 2016, 06:01:49 Just caught up with this thread, condolences Posh Red
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Thursday, March 17, 2016, 08:56:45 Paul Daniels
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-35829251 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, March 17, 2016, 09:16:27 Cliff Michelmore - who seemed to present everything when I was a kid.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Barry Scott on Thursday, March 17, 2016, 09:35:14 Just seen this - sorry to hear of your loss Posh. It must be fucking awful for you.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fittons_coaching_badge on Thursday, March 17, 2016, 09:41:26 My wife passed away last night after losing her battle with MND. A truly awful illness that within 18 months took her from someone who was able to watch games from the DRS to someone who lost the use of all her limbs, couldn't talk or eat and eventually took away her ability to breathe. At 54 it's far too young for her to have left us, bye bye sweetheart :cry: Sad new. My thoughts are with you and your family. May she rest in peace. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 12:40:16 Johan Cruyff has passed away at 68.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 12:42:54 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 12:43:23 Johan Cruyff has passed away at 68. That shocked me as I didn't know he was ill. He must have been good to have had a move named after him. RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 12:49:10 That shocked me as I didn't know he was ill. Brilliant player, one of the best I ever saw play in his prime as I was a bit too young to see Best, Pele and Beckenbaur.He must have been good to have had a move named after him. RIP. He was a very heavy smoker and only had lung cancer since October, but he has a heart bypass back in about 91/92 so the warnings were there then. RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 12:52:32 That shocked me as I didn't know he was ill. He must have been good to have had a move named after him. RIP. I hadn't seen that he was ill, will hit both Holland and Barcelona hard as he was like a god there. We have had players good enough to have moves named after then, the Flint Hoof and the Keith Scott mis-control to name but two. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 12:58:41 That shocked me as I didn't know he was ill. He must have been good to have had a move named after him. RIP. Cruyff, with Rinus Michels, and the Dutch teams of the 70's revolutionised football. Cruyff then took the philosophy to Barca, and set up the dynasty, which we see today. It's very difficult to convey just how sexy those Dutch teams were, kind of capturing the zeitgeist of a new generation of Europeans emerging from the very long shadow of post war reconstruction. Sadly the Dutch squandered that legacy when Bert van Marwjik's lot tried to kick the Spanish off the park in the 2010 WC final. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 13:15:55 Used to practice doing the cruyff turn for hours when I was a kid.
Only time I saw him play in the flesh was at Dennis bergkamp's testimonial though. A proper football legend. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 13:20:43 The first foreign player I ever became aware of. I used to either be him or Leopoldo Luque, after the 74 world cup final.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 17:24:48 Cruyff, with Rinus Michels, and the Dutch teams of the 70's revolutionised football. Cruyff then took the philosophy to Barca, and set up the dynasty, which we see today. It's very difficult to convey just how sexy those Dutch teams were, kind of capturing the zeitgeist of a new generation of Europeans emerging from the very long shadow of post war reconstruction. Sadly the Dutch squandered that legacy when Bert van Marwjik's lot tried to kick the Spanish off the park in the 2010 WC final. Very sad news. The 74 WCF is the first one I properly remember. I was annoyed at the result, Cruyff was a real icon at that time, like Pele and Best of years before. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, March 24, 2016, 21:09:57 Gary Shandling. Aged 66. Another one.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Friday, March 25, 2016, 10:48:28 Jesus.
Not sure we've heard the last of him. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, March 25, 2016, 11:46:17 Jesus. He'll be back, mark my words.Not sure we've heard the last of him. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, March 25, 2016, 12:20:02 He's only about 2,000 years or so late.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 10:48:35 Ronnie Corbett. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 10:56:11 Ronnie Corbett. RIP And it's goodnight from him. RIP - I loved the Two Ronnies. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 11:38:23 Four candles should be lit in his honour.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 11:45:07 Four candles should be lit in his honour. Or should that be fork handles !! RIP Ronnie Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 12:20:17 They're only having a short service. Rip Ronnie
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 15:29:49 Zaha Hadid dies at 65...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Thursday, March 31, 2016, 16:14:49 Zaha Hadid dies at 65... Some lovely buildings, but I thought she was very unlikeable. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Friday, April 1, 2016, 09:00:22 Four candles should be lit in his honour. (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CW0PzfnW4AAoFgN.jpg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, April 7, 2016, 13:01:43 They're only having a short service. Rip Ronnie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=265yh7UmF0w&feature=youtu.be Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, April 7, 2016, 15:42:30 Rachel Johnson....who she I hear you say? Last person to have been born on St Kilda, before evacuation in 1930, and therefore last surviving St Kildan.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Monday, April 11, 2016, 07:36:22 Howard Marks has died.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, April 11, 2016, 10:07:40 RIP, Mr. Nice
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, April 11, 2016, 23:45:46 I met the guy numerous times. Quite an intoxicating fella, if that's not too much of a pun, with his wit and intelligence.
Still, he did some awful things with some terrible people just for the cash. It's weird how he's got this status because it's "only weed" but international drug trafficking doesn't quite work like that. Regardless, I hope he rests in peace. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, 15:16:38 David Gest....
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, 16:24:59 "He had planned to tour the UK in July with his latest show, called the David Gest Is Not Dead But Alive With Soul Tour!."
Whoops.. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Thursday, April 14, 2016, 10:34:00 Noooo, Blake from Blake's 7:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36041534 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Thursday, April 14, 2016, 14:10:23 Noooo, Blake from Blake's 7: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36041534 Was it Avon? I bet it was.... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Thursday, April 14, 2016, 14:15:47 RIP Roj Blake. Strange one, where the series got even better when the lead actor left! :-)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, April 15, 2016, 16:13:08 RIP Phil Sayer- Mr. 'Mind the gap'
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, April 15, 2016, 18:08:03 RIP Phil Sayer- Mr. 'Mind the gap' Like isn't the right word I suppose, but his wife's announcement of his death made me smile: "Phil Sayer - voice of reason, radio, and railways. A dearly loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. "We are sorry to announce that this service terminates here." Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 14:18:05 Victoria Wood.
RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 14:18:19 RIP. Victoria Wood
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 14:26:40 Never found her funny, but jeez that's no age, and a shock. Rip.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 14:54:08 I've always had a soft spot for Victoria Wood, my children went to the same primary school as her in Bury, and I remember her early career as well as the later stuff. Much funnier IMO than some of the current women comedians.
RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 16:59:08 Rumours abound that Prince has left the building. 57 years old.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 17:02:24 Crikey. Has there ever been such a bad half-year for losing music greats?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 17:04:26 Rumours abound that Prince has left the building. 57 years old. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3552300/Fatality-Prince-s-estate-Minnesota-days-musician-rushed-hospital.html Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 18:44:41 The last remaining chimp from the PG Tips advert
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 18:45:40 RIP TAFKAP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 19:45:25 The last remaining chimp from the PG Tips advert "You hum it son, I'll play it.." Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 19:47:33 The last remaining chimp from the PG Tips advert Careful you'll have the special bus brigade after your arse. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: @mwooly63 on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 19:52:54 Too soon ?
(http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab225/mark_woolhouse/Mobile%20Uploads/received_10154104976374727_zpsg2uuprif.jpeg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Barry Scott on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 19:57:36 Careful you'll have the special bus brigade after your arse. Argh, can't believe you've just said that, I'm so offended and stuff. I'd only just stopped vomiting after the last time you offended everyone by using the word special. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 20:00:27 Too soon ? (http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab225/mark_woolhouse/Mobile%20Uploads/received_10154104976374727_zpsg2uuprif.jpeg) It's the Sign O' The Times... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jimmy Glass is an Alien on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 20:21:10 How are everyone's death list looking?
I'd be more surprised if someone doesn't get a full house considering the rate we're losing stars this year. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 20:25:59 I've drawn a pentagram around mine, for protection.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 20:30:02 A tit, a loony, a maverick, a genius, and I did mean to post this here and not in the PDC thread.
I just wish I'd seen him live. Hopefully all his time knocking on doors and that sees him into a better place. :) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, April 21, 2016, 20:44:16 I've drawn a pentagram around mine, for protection. I'm due to see ELO tomorrow, tighten that pentagram around Jeff Lynne. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Friday, April 22, 2016, 07:49:12 I'm due to see ELO tomorrow, tighten that pentagram around Jeff Lynne. You'll be ok....it's a living thing! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: dave_bambers_right_sock on Friday, April 22, 2016, 08:02:02 As a mark of respect to Prince our local Chinese is putting on a wake tomorrow night . All you can eat and drink for under 20 quid. I for one intend to party like its £19.99 :D
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, April 22, 2016, 12:58:11 Percy Sledge.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Don Rogers Sock on Friday, April 22, 2016, 13:00:26 Percy Sledge. Michael Jackson has also diedTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 22, 2016, 13:23:23 Percy Sledge. You aren't friends with Tans on FB are you? He died a year ago. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Friday, April 22, 2016, 13:28:58 You aren't friends with Tans on FB are you? He died a year ago. Wrong brother! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, April 22, 2016, 13:33:17 Who otanswell died? I know he looks like it sometimes, but he's on the london mail list BO and has been mailing ;)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Friday, April 22, 2016, 13:37:48 Yeah he does look like a walking corpse most of the time
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 22, 2016, 14:29:09 oops, didn't word that very well did I!
To clarify, both of the Tans brothers are fine, its Percy Sledge who no longer posts what he is having for dinner on FB anymore. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, April 22, 2016, 14:59:46 I think the rumour we all wanted to know if it was true, isn't here. I suppose only an autopsy will prove that one.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-36059247 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, April 22, 2016, 15:05:16 I didn't know he was a JW. I wonder if that had something to do with his death (refusing a blood transfusion/drugs/whatever).
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Saturday, April 23, 2016, 07:26:38 Every screen at the dome( and there are hundreds) are purple with his symbol thing, that's all they are showing, everything has a purple hue to it.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Saturday, April 23, 2016, 18:18:42 I didn't know he was a JW. I wonder if that had something to do with his death (refusing a blood transfusion/drugs/whatever). I think not refusing drugs was probably more the issue.. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Monday, April 25, 2016, 11:27:55 Billy Paul the soul singer.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 16:51:41 Tony Cozier....only one for cricket fans, but I'll miss his commentary. :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 17:04:12 Tony Cozier....only one for cricket fans, but I'll miss his commentary. :( A sad day. Wonderful commentator & wonderful voice. Mildly embarrassingly, it was only a few years ago I realised he was white. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 17:17:02 A sad day. Wonderful commentator & wonderful voice. Mildly embarrassingly, it was only a few years ago I realised he was white. Oh. You're ahead of me then... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 17:48:04 A sad day. Wonderful commentator & wonderful voice. Same here.Mildly embarrassingly, it was only a few years ago I realised he was white. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 18:11:31 Used to listen to him when we were in the windies as a kid secretly on my radio, as others got a right shock when I saw he was white, brilliant commentator.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, 13:09:46 Burt Kwouk from the Pink Panther films and Last of the Summer Wine
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Tuesday, May 24, 2016, 14:59:06 He was also in Tenko, which was an excellent TV series.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, 17:50:21 Noooo, Wilbur, Mr Ed's long suffering "owner" has died.
http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2016/may/21/mr-eds-straight-man-alan-young-dies-aged-96 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, May 31, 2016, 08:50:36 http://www.thedailymash.co.uk/sport/sport-headlines/pepe-1983-2016-20160531109202
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: brocklesby red on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 05:37:15 Muhammad Ali dies at the age of 74, a truly fantastic boxer
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 06:53:06 Ali was much, much more than just a great boxer.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 07:32:33 RIP Ali. Legend.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 07:56:46 Remember watching the first Frazier fight on a grainy black & white telly.
A true legend. RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 09:15:21 What a loss to the world. The hypocrisy (not on here) of some muslim haters is breathtaking however
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 09:59:28 RIP - sad to see his suffering health in his latter years.
As much deserving of the title Legend as any sportsman in my lifetime ! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 11:13:44 At one point I would say he was the most famous person in the world.
The word Legend is overused these days, but he is one man that deserved that title RIP "The Greatest" Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Saturday, June 4, 2016, 12:09:30 Folk musician Dave Swarbrick sadly died yesterday as well.
https://www.theguardian.com/music/2016/jun/03/dave-swarbrick-obituary Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 10:44:08 Tenacious D's twitter account announcing that Jack Black has died.
Yet to be confirmed, could be a hack/hoax. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 10:48:17 Hoax I reckon.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 10:50:16 It all seems quite odd. If it is a hoax, then what a bizarre hoax it is.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 11:02:16 Tis indeed a wierd one, nobody seems to know for sure but I call hoax.
http://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/jack-black-dead-actors-death-8117994 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 11:15:31 I recall this isn't the first time his death has been published on the net?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 11:18:39 3rd time I think. First reports were he fell filming in NZ, pretty hard to do when playing a concert in Germany. 99% its a poor taste hoax.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 11:59:24 Confirmed as a hoax. What a twat.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Sunday, June 5, 2016, 12:32:19 My heart sank for JB.
Go figure. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 14:17:44 Rip Kimbo Slice.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 14:50:18 What is a kimbo slice?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 14:52:01 Rip Kimbo Slice. No way, RIPTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 15:01:08 What is a kimbo slice? One of them Mr Kipling Things I think. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 15:16:07 Youtube him. ;)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 19:23:38 Hmm. Slice, and (legs a) Kimbo. Don't think i'll be googling that phrase anytime soon.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 19:54:01 Hmm. Slice, and (legs a) Kimbo. Don't think i'll be googling that phrase anytime soon. How is the flooding where you are SR? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 21:31:00 I live very close to where the 3 cars were submerged, last time that happened it was above the railings. Luckily the council spent 2 million to make sure it didn't happen again....
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Sunday, June 19, 2016, 20:24:16 Anton Yelchin, Chekov in the latest Star Trek reboots, joins the 2016 list.
Only 27. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, June 20, 2016, 04:51:12 Anton Yelchin, Chekov in the latest Star Trek reboots, joins the 2016 list. Surprising he went before the original. Bizarre circumstances too.Only 27. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, June 20, 2016, 05:28:37 Surprising he went before the original. Bizarre circumstances too. All a bit Brian Harvey..... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Thursday, June 30, 2016, 10:37:33 Gordon Murray, creator of Trumpton, Camberwick Green, etc. :(
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P5wcCuNZbY Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Thursday, June 30, 2016, 20:02:23 Scotty moore.legendary plucker.gone
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Saturday, July 2, 2016, 14:51:30 Caroline Aherne has died aged 52. Rip
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Saturday, July 2, 2016, 17:05:18 Caroline Aherne has died aged 52. Rip Bloody hell. She was brilliant. The royle family is up there with only fools and horses. brilliant comedy that will stand the test of time. Sad to read this. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Saturday, July 2, 2016, 17:12:17 Goodbye great Caroline Aherne. A gift & language that lives on.
"A vegetarian? That's a shame. Could she have some wafer-thin ham, Barbara?" Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Saturday, July 2, 2016, 17:13:51 RIP
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kZMUAd7OJc8/hqdefault.jpg) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 08:16:20 She had the ability to be funny and also touching at the same time. The queen of Sheba edition of the royle family was a prime example of that. When Denise was in Labour too. Brilliant. That show was so well written and casted perfectly. I'm going to work my way through the whole lot again I think. She really is a huge loss.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 09:04:17 didn't realise/remember she was in the fast show, let alone 'scorchio' woman.
Her Mrs Merton interview of Debbie McGee must have had the best question ever in it "So what first attracted you to the millionaire Paul Daniels". sorry Arriba, never got the long term attraction of the Royale Family, seemed like a one joke series to me.. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 09:48:56 Robin Hardy (wicker man director) Michael Crimino (Deer Hunter director/co-writer) both died. Two classic films there..
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 09:51:06 She had the ability to be funny and also touching at the same time. The queen of Sheba edition of the royle family was a prime example of that. When Denise was in Labour too. Brilliant. That show was so well written and casted perfectly. I'm going to work my way through the whole lot again I think. She really is a huge loss. You ever see Early Doors? It was done by Craig Cash but I think Aherne was involved in some capacity. Same style as Royle Family, you can imagine it was set in the their local boozer Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 10:41:28 Early doors was great
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 11:19:16 You ever see Early Doors? no I didn't. I'll look for it now though for sure.It was done by Craig Cash but I think Aherne was involved in some capacity. Same style as Royle Family, you can imagine it was set in the their local boozer Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Sunday, July 3, 2016, 19:05:34 Early doors is brilliant, you can pick the 2 series boxset up for a few quid. It's way better than royle family.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Amir on Monday, July 4, 2016, 00:27:57 Another recommendation for Early Doors from me, one of my favourite ever series.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, July 4, 2016, 10:09:45 I had forgotten about Early Doors, I remember watching this a few years back, as others have said it was probably better than the Royle Family (although I liked RF also)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Monday, July 4, 2016, 12:35:09 I've ordered both series for a few quid off Amazon.
Thanks for the heads up chaps Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, July 29, 2016, 09:43:58 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36922414
Sad times :( Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, July 29, 2016, 09:56:24 RIP MRs Mangel.
Hope this doesn't sound harsh, but 92 is a good age. I'd take it. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, July 29, 2016, 09:59:49 Not a bad innings.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, July 29, 2016, 11:02:38 http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-36922414 Sad times :( I never knew she was a Cleethorpes girl.... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, July 29, 2016, 15:34:34 Postman pat :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, July 29, 2016, 16:45:34 Postman pat :( Thrown in the skip?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Miles Mayhem on Friday, July 29, 2016, 18:48:50 He did the voice over for the smash advert with the robots
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, August 13, 2016, 16:44:41 r2d2
http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/star-wars-r2-d2-actor-8624354#ICID=sharebar_twitter Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Saturday, August 13, 2016, 22:48:15 Rip Kenny :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Saturday, August 13, 2016, 23:04:30 I never knew until now that there was a person in there.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Saturday, August 13, 2016, 23:29:51 I never knew until now that there was a person in there. Did you think it was a big scotch egg? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Saturday, August 13, 2016, 23:48:00 I never knew until now that there was a person in there. Same, but I've never watched a Star Wars movie.. Still, RIP. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Sunday, August 14, 2016, 00:56:10 Without wishing to disrespect Kenny.....Steve Bell's cartoons of Tom Watson's as R2D2 have been brilliant
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/picture/2015/sep/28/steve-bells-if-on-labours-c3po-hilary-benn-and-r2d2-tom-watson Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, August 15, 2016, 10:34:38 This is rumoured to be Dalian Atkinson - ex villa.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-37082207 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, August 15, 2016, 10:39:13 This is rumoured to be Dalian Atkinson - ex villa. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-37082207 Some outlets are reporting it http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/dalian-atkinson-dead-ex-aston-8634619 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Monday, August 15, 2016, 11:47:56 Confirmed on Sky Sports News
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Monday, August 15, 2016, 12:22:40 Sad news, which will probably have some legs.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: theakston2k on Monday, August 15, 2016, 22:54:43 Some outlets are reporting it http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/dalian-atkinson-dead-ex-aston-8634619 Will be interesting to see the outcome of this as they've effectively killed an unarmed man so the IPCC is already investigating. Surely 2 coppers could have restrained him without the need to electrocute him, on the face of it looks like lazy/heavy handed policing especially if the eye witness account is accurate. It's obviously a hard job but looking at some of the coppers that you see at football matches I wouldn't trust them with a truncheon let alone a taser... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: LucienSanchez on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 07:01:29 Taser is a lesser use of force than a truncheon or pepper spray
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 07:25:18 Will be interesting to see the outcome of this as they've effectively killed an unarmed man so the IPCC is already investigating. Surely 2 coppers could have restrained him without the need to electrocute him, on the face of it looks like lazy/heavy handed policing especially if the eye witness account is accurate. It's obviously a hard job but looking at some of the coppers that you see at football matches I wouldn't trust them with a truncheon let alone a taser... There speaks the voice of professional experience. In my days as one of Babylon's finest, on more than one occasion it took three or four of us to control someone much smaller than us due to rage, drugs, drink, don't give a fuck attitude etc. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 07:47:28 Whatever we do we should definitely all jump to conclusions without knowing what actually happened. It the internet way of things.
Certainly don't actually wait until there is any evidence as to the course of events. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 08:05:04 NO SAXONDALE I AM ANGRY
The Black Lives Matter group must be having a right fucking jizz off at this Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 09:53:29 Maybe he deserved the taser as the coppers were left with no option.
They don't exactly go around dishing it without no reason. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 10:11:54 NO SAXONDALE I AM ANGRY The Black Lives Matter group must be having a right fucking jizz off at this People used to have to make the effort to scrawl a letter in green ink with a mix of upper and lower case, buy a stamp, find an address, go to a post box and trust that the royal mail was not going to lose the letter before sending off uninformed bile. Im so much happier that the modern age allows us to jump to conclusions with absolutely no knowledge of what happened. God forbid we have five minutes to respect the families of the dead before spunking off some 'opinion' without thinking about it. Quick, lets get some opinion from someone who saw him play once, quick lets ask someone who is against the police. Now we'd better balance it lets get someone from the police. QUICK QUICK! we've got to fill the 24 hour ear jizz rolling news quotient. Shut up for 5 minutes everyone. Turn off. its healthy. Im aware you weren't totally serious and Im aware of the hypocrisy of me saying this as I did put the first post up about it. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 10:22:36 Haha that was a good rant.
My opinion of it was "oh that's sad, I remember that goal against Wimbledon. Poor fella" then I started looking at dogs in hats. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 10:27:46 Thank you. Im getting to a good ranting age. Dont start me on dogs in hats.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 10:29:12 I don't even remember him at all.
Hope that helps. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 10:36:22 God forbid we have five minutes to respect the families of the dead before spunking off some 'opinion' without thinking about it. I suspect that in terms of disrespecting the family they will be rather more upset about the Independent calling him Damian in their reporting than some comments on here... http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/damian-atkinson-taser-killing-police-telford-aston-villa-threatened-kill-father-a7193126.html (I suspect it will get changed in due course) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 12:14:27 Maybe he deserved the taser as the coppers were left with no option. They do sometimes, actually. They don't exactly go around dishing it without no reason. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 15:09:09 Former FIFA President (and alleged bribe magnet) Joao Havelange.......but he was 100, though.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 16:17:46 I don't even remember him at all. Hope that helps. You must remember the umbrella man if nothing else, good to see Villa fans are going to do something to remember him. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kirky69 on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 18:22:06 How about all the left wing apologists for anti social behaviour play the it's all the fault of the police card! Oh and its because he's black! For fucks sake his brother said he was threatening to kill his dad.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 18:39:00 Calm down.
Wait until some actual facts come out before screaming about it. You don't need to have an opinion yet. You are not entitled to your opinion. You are entitled to your INFORMED opinion. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 18:59:29 Calm down. agreed that previous comment was a bit ridiculousWait until some actual facts come out before screaming about it. You don't need to have an opinion yet. You are not entitled to your opinion. You are entitled to your INFORMED opinion. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: kirky69 on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 19:27:14 Am entitled to express my opinions whenever I choose to. That it is, in your opinion, not informed, is your opinion, that you are similarly entitled to express. Thank you.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 19:31:54 That it is not an informed opinion is actually a fact, not an opinion. Unless you are privy to the actual facts that is...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 20:52:09 My opinion is that the bollocks percentage at 80 is obviously too low.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 21:18:20 How about all the left wing apologists for anti social behaviour play the it's all the fault of the police card! Oh and its because he's black! For fucks sake his brother said he was threatening to kill his dad. Let's go back to ignoring the race of victims of police action because that's so much better. Oh wait, THAT IS THE FUCKING PROBLEM. Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, August 16, 2016, 21:26:43 Sits back and waits for the inevitable freedom of speech post....
Title: Re: Post by: Talk Talk on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 00:26:00 Sits back and waits for the inevitable freedom of speech post.... I give up. Occasional visitor here now to get informed opinion on match day performances and sometimes I wander off a bit and read some other threads. I wish I didn't as the Thought Police have to have their say. Political Correctness. FUCK OFF :crash: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 08:39:39 I give up. Occasional visitor here now to get informed opinion on match day performances and sometimes I wander off a bit and read some other threads. I wish I didn't as the Thought Police have to have their say. Political Correctness. FUCK OFF :crash: :hmmm: Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 08:43:54 I have a belly button
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 09:02:10 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 13:19:20 Its not died has it? Mine sometimes smells as if something died in it.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 13:23:50 :puke:
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, 14:40:57 The man who started the corruption at FIFA, Joao Havelange, has died at 100.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: inept and tiresome on Thursday, August 18, 2016, 20:13:44 Terry Court. Not a huge celebrity but he did a lot of work in Swindon Council in the 70s 80s
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, August 18, 2016, 22:00:39 James Woolley, former member of NIN. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Thursday, August 18, 2016, 22:21:27 I have to confess I have no recollection of him but it appears he appeared on some of my favourite NIN tracks. Sad news.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, August 22, 2016, 17:31:59 Tom Searle - Guitarist of the British rock band Architects passes away from cancer at 28. Fuck thats young.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Monday, August 22, 2016, 20:01:40 Tom Searle - Guitarist of the British rock band Architects passes away from cancer at 28. Fuck thats young. My favourite band and a guitarist I really admire. Spoke to him a few times and he was a very down to earth guy. Gutted really. Has a feel that the tour this winter may be a farewell one Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Tuesday, August 23, 2016, 21:41:33 Tom Searle - Guitarist of the British rock band Architects passes away from cancer at 28. Fuck thats young. Must have been upset he overshot rock greatness by a year. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, August 29, 2016, 19:30:44 RIP Gene Wilder.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, August 29, 2016, 19:34:36 :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, August 29, 2016, 19:43:38 Sad times :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, August 29, 2016, 19:46:19 His 'What Is Sodomy?' performance in Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex (*But Were Afraid to Ask) is probably my favourite Wilder career moment.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, August 29, 2016, 20:03:50 Funny man. Rip Gene. I'd recommend Young Frankenstein, and Stir Crazy to anyone not that familiar with him.
Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 29, 2016, 20:13:43 He was the ultimate Willy Wonka.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Monday, August 29, 2016, 21:34:25 Stir Crazy and See no evil, hear no evil.....classics. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jimbob on Monday, August 29, 2016, 22:40:52 Incredible talent
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 08:56:02 Blazing Saddles was one of the first films I can remember making me laugh so hard it hurt.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 09:05:03 Blazing Saddles was one of the first films I can remember making me laugh so hard it hurt. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPIP9KXdmO0 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 10:00:08 He wasn't really in a huge amount of films really, but boy was he in some good uns. Classics.
Stir crazy and Hear no evil see no evil probably my two favs. His double act with Richard prior was great. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 11:29:33 He wasn't really in a huge amount of films really, but boy was he in some good uns. Classics. Stir crazy and Hear no evil see no evil probably my two favs. His double act with Richard prior was great. 37 credits according to IMDB. I'd forgotten he was in Bonnie and Clyde. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 15:24:15 Stir Crazy was very good
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 15:31:38 See No Evil, Hear No Evil and Blazing Saddles are two of my all time favourite films.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory was excellent too. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: blah blah on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 15:36:15 Pedant alert.....
Gene Wilder was in Willy Wonka and the chocolate factory, which although a very good film, loses credibility in the scene where Charlie & Grandpa Joe taste some lemonade that they shouldn't. It ruins the concept that he was the only "good boy" who didn't give in to temptation to be rewarded at the end. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pax Romana on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 16:13:57 I'm surprised that no-one has mentioned The Producers which was a brilliant film
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, August 30, 2016, 16:30:03 I'm surprised that no-one has mentioned The Producers which was a brilliant film Springtime for Hitler.. Incredible stuff. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Thursday, September 8, 2016, 19:15:55 Farewell, Prince Buster.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, September 8, 2016, 19:20:18 Oh no, that's just madness.
RIP, Prince. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, September 9, 2016, 04:48:38 Oh no, that's just madness. In fact its One Step Beyond Madness. RIP to a true legend.RIP, Prince. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, September 9, 2016, 08:18:47 A true pioneeer. RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, September 30, 2016, 14:24:49 Ann Emery - for those of a certain age Ethel Meaker in Rentaghost....
Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Friday, September 30, 2016, 14:32:03 blimey, loved Rentaghost. She's at peace with the pantomime horse in the sky now, Timothy Claypole and most of the cast
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Bewster on Friday, September 30, 2016, 14:59:21 blimey, loved Rentaghost. She's at peace with the pantomime horse in the sky now, Timothy Claypole and most of the cast I only recently discovered that Timothy Claypole died years ago - from bad Aids Rentaghost was up there with some other freaky shit from my childhood. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, September 30, 2016, 15:06:08 Loved Rentaghost, but unfortunately hardly any of the cast remain now. All the characters are now dead apart from Sue Nichols (of Corrie fame) I think.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, September 30, 2016, 15:58:13 I didn't realise they had all passed on except Miss Popov.
I also didn't realise until I read on Wiki that Mollys Lips as made famous by Nirvana was written about Molly Weir who played the Scottish Witch? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, September 30, 2016, 16:35:32 I didn't realise they had all passed on except Miss Popov. Indeed, this makes me feel very old.Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Friday, September 30, 2016, 18:26:21 a surprising number died in their 60s :(
the afore mentioned Hazel the McWitch lived until 92. biggins is still with us too... not a ghost though Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: WestYorksRed on Friday, September 30, 2016, 21:31:16 Harold.....Rip Mrs Meaker - loved Rentaghost; my Missus used to hate the constant references to Miss Popov throughout Corrie with the sneezing. Watched some episodes on youtube with my daughter who was equally impressed, timeless classic.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, October 10, 2016, 10:37:56 Ex Scotland, Bristol City player and Yeovil manager Gerry Gow passed away aged 64 after a short battle with cancer.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Audrey on Wednesday, October 19, 2016, 18:37:39 Gary Sprake, ex Leeds keeper, has died aged 71.
One of a long line of keepers who mixed brilliance with the occasional dreadful howler. http://www.swindon-town-fc.co.uk/MatchCentre.asp?Tab=Video&MatchID=19700604 Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, October 23, 2016, 18:10:51 Jimmy Perry.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, October 23, 2016, 18:15:12 Jimmy Perry. One of our greatest comedy writers IMO, RIPTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Monday, October 24, 2016, 15:32:49 Gypie Mayo, lead guitarist in Dr Feelgood and the yardbirds, aged just 62. I thought Gypie died 3 years ago? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, October 24, 2016, 15:40:52 I thought Gypie died 3 years ago? Shit my mistake, my friend posted it as a few days ago :)Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Monday, October 24, 2016, 17:48:48 Pete burns
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, October 24, 2016, 18:02:39 Sorry to hear about your death Tans
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Monday, October 24, 2016, 18:17:22 Sorry to hear about your death Tans Ffs, already had drs and fred elliott offer me comiserations Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, October 24, 2016, 18:19:48 rubber lips, and also the bloke who wrote rubber ball. Is Mr Durex still with us?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Monday, October 24, 2016, 18:50:00 Bobby Vee.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, October 24, 2016, 18:54:57 It's always harder when it's somebody you know.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Monday, October 24, 2016, 20:42:05 Nero fiddles while pete burns.Dead not Alive
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, October 25, 2016, 15:08:21 Carlos Alberto
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Tuesday, October 25, 2016, 15:30:52 Carlos Alberto RIP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5HbmeNKino Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, November 7, 2016, 20:14:25 Jimmy Young just flashed up. 95 so a good innings.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Mother Brown on Monday, November 7, 2016, 20:31:27 Who was it that took over the lunchtime slot on Radio 2 from JY ?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Monday, November 7, 2016, 22:15:33 I read that it was Jeremy Vine, MB
Started his radio career with Pirate Radio, ie Radio Luxembourg, when it was a bit edgy and ended up a BBC Icon (albeit with a spiky twist after being eased out at an age most people have died) interviewing every prime minister for about 25 years. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Thursday, November 10, 2016, 08:25:44 Joyce Frost aka "The Old Woman" on the Steve Wright in the afternoon show.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, November 11, 2016, 03:04:21 The exceptional Leonard Cohen.
I hope they play deliriously happy music at his funeral. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, November 11, 2016, 06:55:22 The exceptional Leonard Cohen. I hope they play deliriously happy music at his funeral. Rip Leonard, an awesome talent. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, November 11, 2016, 07:00:55 I was going to say that 2016 strikes again but he was a lot older than I realised.
RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Friday, November 11, 2016, 08:04:25 found Cohen a bit mixed, in a good way. one minute you are listening to something that sounds very dated, the next some genius like waiting for the miracle or nevermind..
rip Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Friday, November 11, 2016, 08:48:18 Love Leonard Cohen. Had a really unique way with words.
RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, November 11, 2016, 10:05:37 I haven't listened to much of his music but I recently listened to his final album which is exceptionally poignant now he has died.
RIP Mr Cohen. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Summerof69 on Friday, November 11, 2016, 18:44:37 Robert Vaughn
RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Friday, November 11, 2016, 22:30:52 Fuck just saw that, Robert Vaughn was ace as well, bad bad day.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Saturday, November 12, 2016, 01:48:02 Fuck just saw that, Robert Vaughn was ace as well, bad bad day. More of a Vaughn than Cohen man....loved The Man From Uncle...I guess his somewhat weedy character in The Magnificent Seven, meant that he wanted an upgrade. Had no idea that he'd appeared in Coronation Street. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Saturday, November 12, 2016, 07:38:34 Vaughn was the villian in one of my favourite '1am-weekend-guilty pleasure' movies, BASEketball.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=f-4nVSV1LeU So long, Robert Vaughn. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Saturday, November 12, 2016, 07:49:18 I loved Hustle!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Saturday, November 19, 2016, 18:44:03 Alf (Warren Mitchell) Garnett 89 according to my missus. FB post so could be a hoax.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Saturday, November 19, 2016, 18:45:34 Alf (Warren Mitchell) Garnett 89 according to my missus. FB post so could be a hoax. He died over a year ago, no? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Saturday, November 19, 2016, 18:46:21 Probably died numerous times in the last five years or so.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Whits on Saturday, November 19, 2016, 19:33:34 Last year - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warren_Mitchell
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Sunday, November 20, 2016, 18:41:26 Last year - https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warren_Mitchell Thank you, I'll sleep easier tonight knowing that. I will of course pass this onto my wife who will give her FB "friend" a TEF repost.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 13:21:01 Inspiral Carpets Craig Gill - RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 13:29:21 Inspiral Carpets Craig Gill - RIP Sad loss, a favourite band. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 17:38:29 Sad loss, a favourite band. RIP Big shame.Is there a tenuous swindon link to the band?Seem to recall Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 17:43:14 Wasn't Noel Gallagher a roadie for them when they played at the Oasis and that's how the band got the name?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 17:44:46 By jove, that's it
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 18:50:30 Wasn't Noel Gallagher a roadie for them when they played at the Oasis and that's how the band got the name? Yes. That is correct. Graham the Inspirals guitarist is a friend of mine who does the same job and works for the same company as me. Very very sad news about Craig. 44 is bloody young. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 18:57:17 Wasn't Noel Gallagher a roadie for them when they played at the Oasis and that's how the band got the name? Apparently. I worked at the Oasis then and worked on the set up for the gig. We(the Oasis staff) played football against the roadies after the set up. Sadly can't remember seeing Noel specifically. I remember we beat them though 👍 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 20:35:00 Inspiral Carpets Craig Gill - RIP Shocking and sad. Me and my mates saw the Inspirals a few times in 89-91 including the Oasis show. Their singer was a Pox fan I believe but we didn't hold that against them. They didn't make "great" records but they were a fabulous live band. Craig was the youngest member by a long way and must've been a teenager when they headlined Reading Festival in 1990. 44 is no age R.I.P. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 20:37:16 Wasn't it matey-boy from Ride who's the massive Oxford fan?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, 20:40:49 Wasn't it matey-boy from Ride who's the massive Oxford fan? Another great band from that era. Didn't know they were into football though? I'll forgive them,on the strength of "Vapour trail" alone :) Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ronnie21 on Friday, November 25, 2016, 16:28:55 Not a well known personality, but one of the Futcher brothers - Paul - has died, aged just 60. Played for several northern teams, finishing up (I think) at Grimsby Town.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, November 25, 2016, 16:35:07 Not a well known personality, but one of the Futcher brothers - Paul - has died, aged just 60. Played for several northern teams, finishing up (I think) at Grimsby Town. That is sad, twin brother of Ron. Not common for twin bros to both make it in English football. Their older bro Graham played a handful of games for Chester, where they came from, both Paul and Ron were best know at Luton. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, November 25, 2016, 17:19:37 Ron was a really handy centre forward in his day, Paul was a very strong centre back, both played for Man City and Luton.
Paul nearly made the England squad a few times in the late 70s early 80s, very under rated centre back. I know Paul played against us quite a lot for Grimsby and Barnsley in the late 80s early 90s. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ronnie21 on Friday, November 25, 2016, 19:10:25 Checking up on Paul's record, it would appear that when he left Luton for Man City he became the most expensive defender in the country!! To put that into context we got Vigs for more than the most expensive defender in his day!!
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 07:23:01 Fidel Castro.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 09:50:22 RIP Fidel
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Audrey on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 10:16:04 Survived 634 assassination plots.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 10:16:32 Lawyer and Revolutionary.
Big man from a small island - a sort of left wing Brexiteer who resisted perceived Yankee hegemony against the odds Health and Education, 1, free enterprise 0 with the wider population in many ways better off than their Carribean counterparts RIP and time to move on for the next generation of Cubans Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 10:32:58 Survived 634 assassination plots. Some were quite bizarre. The exploding cigar for one and getting rid of the beard to discredit him! Take the I of CIA for a more accurate acronym of C&A. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 10:41:14 Some were quite bizarre. 1 of them involved a woman employed by the CIA to get close to Castro and assassinate him but unfortunately fell in love with Castro and couldn't do it!The exploding cigar for one and getting rid of the beard to discredit him! Take the I of CIA for a more accurate acronym of C&A. Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 14:49:55 Survived 634 assassination plots. Yet like so many 2016 got him in the end.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 18:24:37 Well at least Trump called it right, everyone (corbyn) singing his praises, he was an iron fisted dictator who kept his country in the dark ages. Well rid of the tyrant.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Saturday, November 26, 2016, 22:06:48 Well at least Trump called it right, everyone (corbyn) singing his praises, he was an iron fisted dictator who kept his country in the dark ages. Well rid of the tyrant. this, corbyn is a complete cunt as is george galloway the arse licking twatTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ron dodgers on Sunday, November 27, 2016, 10:40:47 great man, stuck it up the merkins for so many years and considering what they did to Cuba did a good job.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, November 28, 2016, 08:30:34 Col Abrahams died aged 67. (sits and waits for being properly trapped now - puns....)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSNWeXGZMcU Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Panda Paws on Monday, November 28, 2016, 09:42:08 great man, stuck it up the merkins for so many years and considering what they did to Cuba did a good job. Yep, a really great man. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Cuba Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Tuesday, November 29, 2016, 12:35:30 Sad news about the Chapecoense football team from Brazil. Most of them killed in an air crash.
Small top flight club on their way to play probably the biggest game in their history. RIP to all. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: theakston2k on Tuesday, November 29, 2016, 17:37:58 Sad news about the Chapecoense football team from Brazil. Most of them killed in an air crash. Very tragic, a club from President down to players wiped out in an instant! Small top flight club on their way to play probably the biggest game in their history. RIP to all. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Thursday, December 1, 2016, 22:41:56 Andrew Sachs dies aged 86
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3991838/Fawlty-Towers-star-Andrew-Sachs-dies-86-Widow-pays-emotional-farewell-reveals-secret-four-year-battle-dementia-died-caring-him.html Sorry about the Daily Mail link Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Thursday, December 1, 2016, 23:45:35 Que? RIP.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Whits on Friday, December 2, 2016, 01:24:28 Gutted, 2016 has been a bastard. Rip
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/video_and_audio/headlines/38174747 I know nothing Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, December 2, 2016, 07:17:41 Noooooooo
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, December 2, 2016, 08:28:45 Is Chchchchamster?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Friday, December 2, 2016, 09:55:30 You have Rats in Spain don't you? Or did Franco have them all shot!?
RIP Got them all on the IPad... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Friday, December 2, 2016, 10:13:13 Great one on the radio this morning:
"Manuel, there's too much butter on those trays" "Que?" "Too much butter ON THOSE TRAYS" "No, senor, it's UNO, DOS, TRES" Had me and the kids in fits Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, December 2, 2016, 10:25:19 "Mr. Fawlty! Mr. Fawlty! He put mince in it. He put bloody mince in it."
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 13:27:40 2016 has even managed to take down Harry Grout (Peter Vaughan for non Porridge viewers).
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 13:54:47 Or Master Aemon for GOT fans
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 14:05:06 And wolfies father in law. Rip
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 14:57:12 R.I.P Grouty
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, 15:09:40 RIP Grouty.
Also Alice Drummond who played the librarian in the original Ghostbusters film has died aged 88. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Anteater on Thursday, December 8, 2016, 12:24:49 going on this thread too frequently for my liking !
RIP Greg Lake Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Thursday, December 8, 2016, 12:54:02 going on this thread too frequently for my liking ! I first heard King Crimson whilst getting stoned with a butch of dutch guys many many years ago,. I remember being absolutely is awe of this band as if they were the greatest band to ever grace the planet. RIP Greg Lake Unfortunately the next morning, my opinion was some what different but non the less, RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Thursday, December 8, 2016, 13:09:31 I first heard King Crimson whilst getting stoned with a butch of dutch guys many many years ago,. I remember being absolutely is awe of this band as if they were the greatest band to ever grace the planet. Unfortunately the next morning, my opinion was some what different but non the less, RIP I saw King Crimson, it may have been in Devizes. I also saw ELP somewhere, but have no idea where or when, but it was at a festival rather than indoors. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Thursday, December 8, 2016, 13:12:51 I saw Emerson stab a piano during a Spinal Tap gig in 2009. His trademark.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Thursday, December 8, 2016, 20:39:05 Former astronaut John Glenn.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, December 8, 2016, 20:41:06 Looks like 2016 is on a bit of a mission to take a few more before it goes.
Leave Sir David alone, you fucker. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, December 9, 2016, 08:23:16 "God Speed John Glenn"....
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, December 9, 2016, 12:17:27 Apparently Kirk Douglas is 100 today :)
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Samdy Gray on Friday, December 9, 2016, 12:24:39 Catching you up then.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, December 9, 2016, 12:36:20 Catching you up then. This fella, who is apparently 120, puts his longevity down to yoga and celibacy. http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/meet-120-year-old-virgin-9420310 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Friday, December 9, 2016, 12:47:56 This fella, who is apparently 120, puts his longevity down to yoga and celibacy. Well, maybe keep trying on the yoga then Reg, think the ship might not just have sailed but been round the harbour a few times, weighed anchor, taken part in the odd transatlantic run and been retired for cruises on the other one :)http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/meet-120-year-old-virgin-9420310 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, December 9, 2016, 12:54:06 Well, maybe keep trying on the yoga then Reg, think the ship might not just have sailed but been round the harbour a few times, weighed anchor, taken part in the odd transatlantic run and been retired for cruises on the other one :) :D Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, December 10, 2016, 16:24:42 A.A. Gill, expected after his recent article on his cancer I guess.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Saturday, December 10, 2016, 16:33:23 Me, on a Saturday afternoon.
Again. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, December 10, 2016, 17:09:15 ??
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Saturday, December 10, 2016, 17:23:55 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, December 12, 2016, 18:02:41 Ian McCaskill, the Scottish weather man has departed.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Monday, December 12, 2016, 18:50:36 Top jockey Walter Swinburn, aged 55! 2016 keeps taking them!
Now reaquainted with Shergar? Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Monday, December 12, 2016, 18:56:53 And from politics, Jim Prior, leading "wet" from the Thatcher years.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, December 12, 2016, 20:05:29 'Jock' Moffat, pilot famous for putting a torpedo into the Bismark and knobbling their rudder thus condemning it to go around in circles until sunk.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ronnie21 on Monday, December 12, 2016, 22:14:42 And from politics, Jim Prior, leading "wet" from the Thatcher years. Lived in Suffolk for 14 years, Prior was our mp and not a bad one at that!! Problem was once he became secretary for NI security around the country lanes was a big problem, if you went out at night and stepped off the beaten track you were liable to be stopped - drink driving was not too much of a problem in that area!!Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 15:47:50 Radio presenter Dave Barrett.
Used to love his GWR late night phone in as a teen. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: swindonmaniac on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 15:56:39 Radio presenter Dave Barrett. Remember him well - Couldn't have been that old - Sad loss.Used to love his GWR late night phone in as a teen. RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Wobbly Bob on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 16:13:32 Radio presenter Dave Barrett. Used to love his GWR late night phone in as a teen. RIP Yes, used to listen to the show when on night shift in late 80's. Funny when he used to cut people off. A group of us from work got invited for a tour of the studio in Bassett by another DJ at the station. I was desperate to find the loo and nearly blundered into Dave Barrett's live broadcast while about to undo flies! Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 16:18:43 The name rings a bell. I think he did a phone in about ganga once. 'Twas hilarious.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 16:48:52 Dave Barrett was a great radio presenter, not much older than me, couldn't have been more than 55 or so, did a programme on HTV too called Late And Live always controversial subjects, IIRC came out as being gay on live TV many (20+) years ago, nice bloke RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 17:44:48 Dave Barrett was a great radio presenter, not much older than me, couldn't have been more than 55 or so, did a programme on HTV too called Late And Live always controversial subjects, IIRC came out as being gay on live TV many (20+) years ago, nice bloke RIP didn't he also host a phone in on GWR on Sundays, RIPTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 17:51:15 didn't he also host a phone in on GWR on Sundays, RIP He did something like "late night love" he also did the Sunday afternoon "Sunday Roast" programme on BBC Swindon and he hosted several paranormal programs on radio and TV.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 17:52:32 He did something like "late night love" he also did the Sunday afternoon "Sunday Roast" programme on BBC Swindon and he hosted several paranormal programs on radio and TV. ah yes, Sunday roastTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 18:47:28 He did something like "late night love" he also did the Sunday afternoon "Sunday Roast" programme on BBC Swindon and he hosted several paranormal programs on radio and TV. what did he die of??Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 19:06:34 heart attack
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, 20:23:22 Had something to do with hospital radio too I think? RIP
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 14:18:46 Like Batch, I remember listening to the late night phone-in on GWR. Great Programme, great guy.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Wednesday, December 14, 2016, 18:02:08 RIP Dave Barrett.
http://www.thisiswiltshire.co.uk/news/14966279.Tributes_pour_in_for_popular_former_GWR_presenter_Dave_Barrett/ The GWR late night phone in was a really big deal in Swindon in those days. Always came across as a nice guy, but also didn't take any nonsense from the idiots who called in all too often. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, December 18, 2016, 10:55:11 Henry Heimlich has died.
That's brought a lump to my throat. It's what he would have wanted. Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, December 18, 2016, 23:02:38 Zsa Zsa Gabor
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Sunday, December 18, 2016, 23:06:59 One of the few people I couldn't name a film they did. I actually didnt know she was still alive.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Monday, December 19, 2016, 11:29:22 Wasn't she basically famous for being a slut?
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, December 19, 2016, 11:59:03 Wasn't she basically famous for being a slut? Think she was the original "celebrity". Famous, for being apparently famous although no-one knew quite why. She had a lot of husbands. When a kid she would pop up on shows like Parkinson, it didn't take long to work out this was all bullshit and not part of the reality of yoof culture. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Monday, December 19, 2016, 12:41:44 Think she was the original "celebrity". Famous, for being apparently famous although no-one knew quite why. She had a lot of husbands. When a kid she would pop up on shows like Parkinson, it didn't take long to work out this was all bullshit and not part of the reality of yoof culture. Parkinson was part of youth culture? Really?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, December 19, 2016, 15:01:03 Parkinson was part of youth culture? Really? Not what was implied or said for that matter. When a kid, you had a small amount of MSM to be exposed to, which was probably a good thing as it made sorting wheat from chaff easier. It didn't take much working out about the vacuosity of celebrity and US style chat shows. When Parkinson got set upon by Rod Hull's emu was decent, mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqrg_VCPgAQ Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Monday, December 19, 2016, 22:09:13 Rabbi Lionel Blue
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Monday, December 19, 2016, 22:33:38 Rabbi Lionel Blue Very sad about this, but he'd been ill for a while. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Tuesday, December 20, 2016, 09:54:25 Gutted about Lionel Blue, he was about the only Thought for the Day speaker that didn't have me reaching for the off button. Genuinely surprised to find out he was gay too. "Morning John, Morning Sue, Morning everyone". He was like a reverse Waltons
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, December 20, 2016, 10:49:31 Gutted about Lionel Blue, he was about the only Thought for the Day speaker that didn't have me reaching for the off button. Genuinely surprised to find out he was gay too. "Morning John, Morning Sue, Morning everyone". He was like a reverse Waltons Don't know why but I always read his name as Rabbi Lionel Blair.... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Saturday, December 24, 2016, 11:11:28 Doesn't look good for Carrie Fisher. I only watched her on 8 out of 10 cats the other night' first time I'd seen her in 25 years, got a right shock.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, December 24, 2016, 12:10:38 Doesn't look good for Carrie Fisher. I only watched her on 8 out of 10 cats the other night' first time I'd seen her in 25 years, got a right shock. You might be a bit premature!http://www.imdb.com/news/ni60593026 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Saturday, December 24, 2016, 15:25:24 Rick Parfitt. It's relentless.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: woolster on Saturday, December 24, 2016, 15:27:30 Rick Parfitt. It's relentless. :( RIP Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Saturday, December 24, 2016, 15:40:31 Doesn't look good for Carrie Fisher. I only watched her on 8 out of 10 cats the other night' first time I'd seen her in 25 years, got a right shock. I saw her this summer in a Tesco in Mayfair, she was buying cigarettes and kinder eggs.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Saturday, December 24, 2016, 16:24:18 Rick Parfitt. It's relentless. Aww fuck, out of everyone that's gone this year, that's the saddest for me, love Quo and seen them several times. Fuck you 2016. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:03:49 Fairly legitimate sources reporting George Michael at 53 but that seems like the most likely fake story for Last Christmas puns imaginable. So assuming fake for now...
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:07:18 On bbc website
Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:09:32 Ex-Wham singer George Michael dies - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-38432862
Title: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:09:59 yup, on BBC news via his publicist.
"died peacefully" - presumably expected then... Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: woolster on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:19:19 yup, on BBC news via his publicist. Jesus :("died peacefully" - presumably expected then... Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: horlock07 on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:23:00 Jesus :( Nah I think he was born today (allegedly), didn't die on his birthday?Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, December 25, 2016, 23:34:21 Quote from: woolster Quote yup, on BBC news via his publicist. Jesus :("died peacefully" - presumably expected then... the report updated to say ambulance attended, probably an incorrect assumption. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, December 26, 2016, 09:35:04 Jesus :( Apparently it was heart failure that is suspected but not proven as yet.the report updated to say ambulance attended, probably an incorrect assumption. Genuinely shocked by his death (although my first thought was that it was a "recreational" drug induced problem). Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Monday, December 26, 2016, 09:35:51 Nah I think he was born today (allegedly), didn't die on his birthday? You're thinking of Shakespeare. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, December 26, 2016, 11:21:37 I'm more upset about George Michael than I thought I would be.
Title: Re: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, December 26, 2016, 11:46:09 Apparently it was heart failure that is suspected but not proven as yet. Doesn't everyone essentially die from heart failure? Strange and surreal 'stars' tributes the BBC have chosen to show Stars pay tribute - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-38432805 Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Monday, December 26, 2016, 23:02:32 Liz Smith, from the Royle Family and Vicar of Dibley. :(
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Monday, December 26, 2016, 23:38:20 Liz Smith, from the Royle Family and Vicar of Dibley. :( The queen of Sheba episode of the Royle family is brilliant. Arguably the best of them all. Was only on the other night too. I thought of her "wafer thin ham" line in another episode when the tallow in five pound notes was discussed on here recently. She was so good. Sad year is this. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, December 26, 2016, 23:42:58 I'm more upset about George Michael than I thought I would be. My nan and my mum met him on several occasions, the guy did amazing things for charity. And not in a showy celebrity "I've just given this" way either, he seemed genuinely philanthropic. I mean I can't imagine many people (that I know anyway) morning the loss of a guy in wham, but as a human being and at such a young age, yeah. Sad. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 11:46:59 My nan and my mum met him on several occasions, the guy did amazing things for charity. And not in a showy celebrity "I've just given this" way either, he seemed genuinely philanthropic. I mean I can't imagine many people (that I know anyway) morning the loss of a guy in wham, but as a human being and at such a young age, yeah. Sad. There is a lot of stuff coming out about his 'hidden' charity work. He loved being famous but didn't like 'fame' per se. He had an incredible singing voice and some of his live ballad performances give me genuine hair on the back of the neck moments. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 15:04:29 Liz Smith, from the Royle Family and Vicar of Dibley. :( The BBC report annoyed me, was that all she did? No, hundreds of films. All they can talk of is that and show photo's and quote that bell end tomlinson. Shameful. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 15:33:38 He had an incredible singing voice and some of his live ballad performances give me genuine hair on the back of the neck moments. Mrs ghanimah is a big fan and 'dragged' me to one of GM's performances during the Live 25 tour at Earl's Court. I was never really into his music, but hearing him sing live is something else entirely. No recording I've heard ever did justice to what his voice sounded like live. I'm glad I had a chance to hear it. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 17:02:44 Richard Adams. Author of Watership Down, among other things.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:08:50 Carrie Fisher dies at 60. Just watched Star Wars, too. Bugger.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:11:25 Fucking hell.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:31:37 Something tells me we're still not done for 2016. RIP Carrie
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:39:23 noooooooooooooo.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:47:48 Something tells me we're still not done for 2016. RIP Carrie Well of course not, hundreds of thousands will die over the next few days. Just depends how many of them you've heard of/care about.Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:50:57 Something tells me we're still not done for 2016. RIP Carrie 2016 proving medical evidence that if you consume too much alcohol and drugs you tend to die earlier and if you reach 65+ you tend to have a higher chance of dying anyway. Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Tuesday, December 27, 2016, 18:51:40 2016 proving medical evidence that if you consume too much alcohol and drugs you tend to die earlier and if you reach 65+ you tend to have a higher chance of dying anyway. That's the spiritTitle: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, 00:12:25 We are all on the road to death, the ultimate inevitability, but it still surprises.
Title: Re: 5 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Thursday, December 29, 2016, 08:06:53 Debbie Reynolds. Looks like the death of her daughter Carrie Fisher broke her heart.
Title: Re: 7 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, January 8, 2017, 19:11:12 Singer-songwriter Peter Sarstedt aged 75.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8XQZYIiNgo Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, January 12, 2017, 13:18:57 Graham Taylor. RIP
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, January 12, 2017, 13:20:29 Wow.
RIP turnip head. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Thursday, January 12, 2017, 13:23:03 Do I not like that. RIP.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, January 12, 2017, 13:25:16 Bit of a shock, sure he has been on radio 5 reasonably recently doing pundit work.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Thursday, January 12, 2017, 13:26:50 RIP Turnip
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bogus Dave on Thursday, January 12, 2017, 18:03:55 Apparently Watford had only spent two seasons in the top two divisions before he joined, and have only spent two seasons outside of them since. His peaks were before my time, but he always seemed like a genuinely nice man when I heard him commentating on the radio, and reading things today further backs that up. Rip
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Sunday, January 15, 2017, 20:18:32 Any wrestling fans from the late 80s/early 90s.
Jimmy 'super fly' Snuka had passed away. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Sunday, January 15, 2017, 20:23:19 I remember him, so was a little nostalgic/sad.
Didn't know about all the bad stuff re: his girlfriends death mind (back in the 80s) Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Sunday, January 15, 2017, 21:17:32 Any wrestling fans from the late 80s/early 90s. Jimmy 'super fly' Snuka had passed away. Wasnt he up for a trial or something Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Sunday, January 15, 2017, 21:48:43 Yeah, it's a very weird one going back 30 odd years. It's pretty clear he murdered his then girlfriend but was never convicted. 30 years later, it goes to trial.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Monday, January 16, 2017, 22:41:16 Gene Cernan, last man on the moon.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-38641121 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, January 18, 2017, 23:20:30 Rachel Heyhoe Flint. A true sporting great.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, January 20, 2017, 18:15:12 Miguel Ferrer the Hollywood star aged 61 of cancer, played in many famous films such as Robocop, Star Trek 3, Hot Shots, Iron Man 3 and many more plus loads of TV series too.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, January 20, 2017, 18:28:14 Best in Twin Peaks
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Friday, January 20, 2017, 18:44:15 Best in Twin Peaks He was a very good actor, always playing smaller roles rather than leads but such a recognizable face.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Saturday, January 21, 2017, 09:13:52 He was in a Star Trek film too. Maybe number 3?
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Saturday, January 21, 2017, 13:53:32 More importantly he played Owen Grainger in NCIS Los Angeles! (Thought Hetty would go first)
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, January 23, 2017, 15:40:17 RIP Rene Artois.....
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, January 23, 2017, 15:48:30 Quote from: horlock07 RIP Rene Artois..... nooooooooooooooo :(Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Monday, January 23, 2017, 15:58:17 RIP Rene Artois..... I remember when he was almost killed in a storm in the 80s/90s when a plank from some scaffolding went through his windscreen and hit him in the head. RIP Rene Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, January 23, 2017, 16:37:32 Oh, René! Surely we should actually call him Gordon Kaye.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, January 23, 2017, 17:12:46 Oh, René! Surely we should actually call him Gordon Kaye. That would be equally rude ;), it was actually Gorden Kaye (no idea why the peculiar spelling?) Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, January 23, 2017, 17:17:39 That would be equally rude ;), it was actually Gorden Kaye (no idea why the peculiar spelling?) Actually it wouldn't as his real name was "Gordon Fitzgerald Kaye" :-)Title: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, January 23, 2017, 17:21:15 actually it's Gorden Fitzgerald Kaye - for equity reasons. They mistyped his name.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Monday, January 23, 2017, 18:01:59 As Officer Crabtree might say, "Roast in Piss, Rooney".
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Thursday, January 26, 2017, 08:08:28 Mary Tyler Moore passed away yesterday.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Thursday, January 26, 2017, 10:25:13 Mary Tyler Moore passed away yesterday. Oooh weee oooooh I look just like Buddy Holly............. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DarloSTFC84 on Thursday, January 26, 2017, 10:25:43 Oooh weee oooooh I look just like Buddy Holly............. Oddly, I've had that in my head today too... I wonder why. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, January 26, 2017, 23:10:11 Oddly, I've had that in my head today too... I wonder why. Apparently she sent the members of the band a signed photo after it came out, kind of sweet that. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Audrey on Saturday, January 28, 2017, 03:19:31 Sir John Hurt has left the building
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Saturday, January 28, 2017, 09:03:41 Sir John Hurt has left the building That little alien left cancer in his pancreas before popping out of his chest! :-(Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: inept and tiresome on Saturday, January 28, 2017, 09:34:13 He made a terrific Caligula
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Audrey on Saturday, January 28, 2017, 09:47:49 'The problem with being the Elephant Man is people keep feeding you buns'
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Sunday, January 29, 2017, 16:03:54 Played some brilliant parts.
He was fucking ace in Midnight Express. RIP John Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: adje on Monday, January 30, 2017, 16:50:36 Proposition.great film great performance.Also good in jim jarmusch's dead man
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pax Romana on Monday, January 30, 2017, 19:01:40 Only just realised that Tam Dalyell died last week.
Still no sign of the West Lothian question being resolved. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, 21:54:31 Desmond Carrington has died at the age of 90
http://radiotoday.co.uk/2017/02/radio-2-stalwart-desmond-carrington-dies-at-90/ Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, February 6, 2017, 12:40:21 Joost Van Der Westhuizen - South african rugby captain dies at 45.
I hate fit people the same age as me dying. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Monday, February 6, 2017, 18:54:37 Joost Van Der Westhuizen - South african rugby captain dies at 45. I hate fit people the same age as me dying. It always gives me a warm feeling that i've torn the arse out of life and still going strong ;) I'll probably kick it being force fed yoghurt or some other healthy shit along those lines. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, February 6, 2017, 19:31:11 Joost Van Der Westhuizen - South african rugby captain dies at 45. I hate fit people the same age as me dying. He's younger than me. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Monday, February 6, 2017, 20:09:53 Joost Van Der Westhuizen - South african rugby captain dies at 45. I hate fit people the same age as me dying. Such a cruel disease Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Monday, February 6, 2017, 20:27:16 Such a cruel disease ex Rangers and Holland footballer Fernando Ricksen has it also. He was an absolute animal on that pitch and he's an absolute shell of a human being now. Really cruel as you say. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 11:14:05 Richard Hatch- Captain Apollo/ Tom Zarek from Battlestar Galactica
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 12:38:36 Alan Simpson of Galton / Simpson - writing partnership on Steptoe and hancocks half hour.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Whits on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 15:09:54 Sad to hear, Hancocks half hour is excellent
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Don Rogers Sock on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 15:43:59 tara palmer tomkinson
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 15:59:42 45 years old.....
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 16:03:39 Fucking hell!
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 16:14:06 blimey, too young
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 16:34:15 Also Alan Simpson of Galton and Simpson writers of Hancock's Half Hour and Steptoe and Son.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Don Rogers Sock on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 16:36:54 Also Alan Simpson of Galton and Simpson writers of Hancock's Half Hour and Steptoe and Son. Again ? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 17:40:19 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Don Rogers Sock on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 17:40:38 about 4 posts up ago ;)
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, 18:05:39 about 4 posts up ago ;) They didn't call it Hancocks Half Hour (late) for nothing... ;) Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: suttonred on Thursday, February 9, 2017, 00:30:22 Boring fact alert. If there really was an East Cheam, It would in fact reside in Sutton.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 19:02:27 Just found out that Arthur Wiseman passed away earlier this month. Supporter for over 60 years. Grandads eeevil RIP Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Miles Mayhem on Sunday, February 26, 2017, 16:33:20 Bill Paxton leaves this world. RIP, Hudson was great in Aliens
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Sunday, February 26, 2017, 16:39:39 game over man, game over. rip
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: inept and tiresome on Monday, February 27, 2017, 07:23:19 Kaufman. Proper Labour MP.
Seemed like a genuine guy. Didn't fit into the present Labour party as he was Jewish. RIP Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Monday, February 27, 2017, 10:42:21 Neil Fingleton (Britain's tallest man) dies at 36 of Heart Failure. 7' 7'' tall
He played the giant in the Game of Thrones battle scene a few series ago, for all of you GOT'ers.. when John Snow died (or not). Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 16:49:24 FUCKING SPOILERS YOU UTTER FUCKING CUNT
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 17:45:00 FUCKING SPOILERS YOU UTTER FUCKING CUNT I get that spoilers are a thing, but he's referring to an episode aired in 2015. I think he should be spared the tarring and feathering. Unless you're fishing... Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 17:48:33 I'm up to date with GOT, but there's plenty of others that are not. There's also plenty of stuff that I am not up to date with, for whatever reason, and would like to catch up on sometime. I'd be a tad miffed if somebody spoiled it for me before I even started. There's no need to drop in spoilers, so why do it?
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 17:50:04 In fairness died (or not) covers every conceivable possibility...
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 17:51:19 to be honest, you'd have to be a hermit to not know that part. I don't even watch it and i know.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 17:56:00 to be honest, you'd have to be a hermit to not know that part. I don't even watch it and i know. I haven't the first clue about this shit, but wouldn't describe myself as a hermit..... I suppose now though I'm replying here means I do now know something, just not sure what. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 18:00:54 How dare people mention a TV programme that is two years old, incase someone hasn't seen it yet. If anyone mentions who shot killed Lucy Beale I'm gonna go mental Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 18:05:05 Who said anything about not mentioning the programme?
By all means mention it, just don't drop in spoilers. If one really needs the need to drop in a spoiler, then use a dedicated **SPOILERS** thread, that's sort of the point in having them in the first place. If there isn't one, then make one. If it's not worth making one, then surely dropping in a spoiler can't be all that necessary. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 18:20:47 I'm with Chubbs. I've never seen an episode of GoT in my life and even I knew a) more or less who John Snow is and b) that he either died, or he didn't.
I strongly suspect Jayo of fishing, in his own delicate way. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 18:24:41 to be honest, you'd have to be a hermit to not know that part. I don't even watch it and i know. Consider myself hermitted, never seen GoT and have no intention of it either, doesn't appeal to me.Then again there are quite a few people in this thread that I had never heard of or knew by face but not name until I googled them. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 18:37:53 I'm with Chubbs. I've never seen an episode of GoT in my life and even I knew a) more or less who John Snow is and b) that he either died, or he didn't. I strongly suspect Jayo of fishing, in his own delicate way. John Snow.... England fast bowling great of the 60's/70's who wouldn't know. Can I mention who shot JR Ewing ? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 19:14:54 Can I mention who shot JR Ewing ? He was shot!? Well that has ruined it for me now Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 20:03:43 The Policeman did it Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 20:06:58 If any of you fuckers spoil the death of William Rufus, I'll be furious.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 20:10:19 If any of you fuckers spoil the death of William Rufus, I'll be furious. Spoilers must be tough for a history teacher, could ruin your whole curriculum. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 20:14:43 Spoilers must be tough for a history teacher, could ruin your whole curriculum. Mainly primary school teachers who do a bit of history, but it can be a pain at times. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Berniman on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, 21:33:19 FUCKING SPOILERS YOU UTTER FUCKING CUNT Not sure if you are being genuine or not, but if you are.. Really? 2 years ago? So nobody is allowed to mention any outcome on any TV show ever, just in case somebody hasn't watched it? If it was the current series, fair enough. It isn't.. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 00:24:41 If any of you fuckers spoil the death of William Rufus, I'll be furious. (http://www.inewforest.co.uk/a/i/the-rufus-stone.jpg) Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 06:48:32 (http://www.inewforest.co.uk/a/i/the-rufus-stone.jpg) Oh, for fuck's sake. :badmood: Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 11:03:51 Oh, for fuck's sake. :badmood: Do you know who shot Mr Burns? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 12:43:08 I'm not fishing. Season 4, episode 3 watched last night. Ever since I got stung by Flash Forward I don't tend to watch shows until they're finished/established.
And yes I have successfully avoided spoilers. No doubt I probably heard some before I started watching the show, but with no frame of reference you quickly forget... until you start watching the show and get to know the characters. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 13:40:41 Ever since I got stung by Flash Forward I don't tend to watch shows until they're finished/established. Ha, my missus has never forgiven NBC for that.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 13:44:57 It had soooo much potential
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 13:45:26 I hate the "Let's preview next week's episode" on some shows.
No, LET'S FUCKING NOT! They do so without warning as well. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Barry Scott on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 14:03:08 I'm not fishing. Season 4, episode 3 watched last night. Ever since I got stung by Flash Forward I don't tend to watch shows until they're finished/established. And yes I have successfully avoided spoilers. No doubt I probably heard some before I started watching the show, but with no frame of reference you quickly forget... until you start watching the show and get to know the characters. Completely agree. What's worse is some channels even show you what's going on currently, or about to happen, during ad breaks of other shows. Sky and channel 4 are fuckers for this, and it's a fucker when you're several series' behind. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: donkey on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 16:08:40 Do you know who shot Mr Burns? Burns got shot? I was only saying Boo-urns just the other day. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 16:19:21 So what are we mourning here, spoiler etiquette?
Sleep well, sweet prince. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: redordead57 on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 16:35:48 Just found out that Arthur Wiseman passed away earlier this month. Supporter for over 60 years. Grandads eeevil RIte A good man ,loyal & always a robins fan through thick & thin , this world is better for having him in it… RIP Arthur gonna miss you mate .] Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Wednesday, March 1, 2017, 23:15:41 Ever since I got stung by Flash Forward I don't tend to watch shows until they're finished/established. Christ, I hadn't heard of that in years... what happened in the end? Or didn't it? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, March 2, 2017, 05:52:18 It got cancelled after one season
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Thursday, March 2, 2017, 10:23:28 It got cancelled after one season It wasn't even one season was it? Didn't it get canned after something like 7/8 episodes of what should have been a 13-episode 1st series? The missus would know, I'd ask her, but I don't want to revive the trauma. She's still bitter about it.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Thursday, March 2, 2017, 20:54:07 It wasn't even one season was it? Didn't it get canned after something like 7/8 episodes of what should have been a 13-episode 1st series? The missus would know, I'd ask her, but I don't want to revive the trauma. She's still bitter about it. Reminds me a little of BBC's This Life, the end of series two set everything up nicely for three then they binned it leaving all the unanswered questions hanging in the air. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Thursday, March 2, 2017, 21:20:35 sort of, they made it clear that all moved out didn't they?
plus there was This Life +20 that wasn't great but kind of showed where they ended up in life. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Friday, March 3, 2017, 09:17:47 Ah that reminds me of 'Space: Above and Beyond' which was a super shitty sci-fi series I loved, would've been
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Friday, March 3, 2017, 09:25:56 American Gothic, mid to late 90's. One series and they pulled the plug. The bastards...
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, March 3, 2017, 09:36:47 Ah that reminds me of 'Space: Above and Beyond' which was a super shitty sci-fi series I loved, would've been Probably not everyones cup of tea but I enjoyed Above and Beyond as well. Title: Re: Post by: bigbobjoylove on Friday, March 3, 2017, 10:10:38 Me too. Looking over the ludicrous concept of sending humans most highly trained fighter pilots on ground missions ..... It was great.
Sent from my MotoG3 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Friday, March 3, 2017, 11:09:15 Quote from: herthab American Gothic, mid to late 90's. One series and they pulled the plug. The bastards... yeah, agree with that one. it was great.then every or two for a bit there was 'revival' rumours that never materialised... ah well, twin peaks is back soon. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, March 10, 2017, 15:54:35 John Surtees, the 1964 Formula 1 world champion, has died (83).
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, March 10, 2017, 16:17:15 John Surtees, the 1964 Formula 1 world champion, has died (83). and four-time 500cc motorcycle World Champion! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Friday, March 10, 2017, 16:20:17 John Surtees, the 1964 Formula 1 world champion, has died (83). Quote Surtees is the only man to have won the grand prix world championship on both two wheels and four. :( Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, March 10, 2017, 16:38:03 Surtees is a popular quiz question....at least he went naturally rather than in a prang.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, March 12, 2017, 10:11:30 Joni Sledge the lead singer of Sister Sledge dies aged just 60.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Saturday, March 18, 2017, 22:32:26 Chuck Berry. What a legacy.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ibelieveinmrreeves on Sunday, March 19, 2017, 08:29:36 Chuck Berry. What a legacy. Agreed. Hope Marvin is ok. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Sunday, March 19, 2017, 12:13:47 R.I.P. Chuck https://youtu.be/aCT-xMbxb8w Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, 06:18:18 Martin McGuiness.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, 07:43:18 oh well
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, 13:53:12 Colin Dexter
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, 16:16:37 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Wednesday, March 22, 2017, 09:51:56 Ronnie Moran.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Sunday, April 2, 2017, 16:14:55 Darcus Howe
Purely so I can post this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vou_Ani-lKE Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, 14:26:24 Oh dear.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-39500773
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, 21:12:57 There is a new Inheritance Tax "residence nil rate band" becoming available at midnight tonight. Postponing death by a few hours could be worth GBP 40,000 to some families. Demand for life support machines will drop off a cliff tomorrow.
No disrespect to Brian Matthew, a silver tongued and knowledgeable broadcaster of great longevity. He had sadly been messed about by the Beeb well before today's alarming cock up. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, April 12, 2017, 11:13:06 J. Geils - founder of the J. Geils Band found dead aged 71.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Leggett on Thursday, April 13, 2017, 11:03:44 Charlie Murphy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJB0BkJlbbw Well worth the time to watch this, always makes me laugh! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Thursday, April 13, 2017, 11:05:43 CHARLIE MURPHY!!!
Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, April 13, 2017, 21:20:34 Jane Freeman, Ivy the cafe owner in last of the Summer Wine. Actually about a month ago but seems to have not been reported at the time?
Sent from my Hudl 2 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, April 16, 2017, 09:15:11 Clifton James, the actor who played as Sheriff Superman 2, Live and let die, The man with the golden gun and several other films such as Cool hand Luke, aged 96.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Friday, April 21, 2017, 08:18:58 Farewell to ex-Villa defender, Ugo Ehiogu.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Friday, April 21, 2017, 08:32:57 Jeez, saw he collapsed and was rushed to hospital yesterday. Bugger, 44, practically the same age as me..
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 21, 2017, 08:40:41 Jeez, saw he collapsed and was rushed to hospital yesterday. Bugger, 44, practically the same age as me.. Yeah they mentioned that he had a heart attack on the news this morning. Similar in age to me as well, and miles more fit and healthy. Just goes to show. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: fuzzy on Friday, April 21, 2017, 09:14:36 That is so sad. Thoughts are with his family.
How many young black players/ ex players have been killed or had their career curtailed by heart conditions? It seems to be a frequent happening around the world. Perhaps the medical world should take note and investigate. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Friday, April 21, 2017, 09:20:49 Shocking news. He was just a few weeks older than me...and way fitter. RIP.
Makes you realise that maybe we all need to live in the moment a little more. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bob's Orange on Friday, April 21, 2017, 09:24:15 That is so sad. Thoughts are with his family. How many young black players/ ex players have been killed or had their career curtailed by heart conditions? It seems to be a frequent happening around the world. Perhaps the medical world should take note and investigate. Myself and a work colleague (who is black) also had that very same conversation this morning and he was concerned that it does see to be more frequent in black athletes than white. Muamba, Foe, Benitez and now Ehiogu spring to mind immediately. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, April 21, 2017, 09:31:21 Shocking news. He was just a few weeks older than me...and way fitter. RIP. Don't be so hard on yourself, you are a good looking chap. ;) Shocking news and a little close to home in age terms :no:, condolences to his family. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Friday, April 21, 2017, 09:32:40 Myself and a work colleague (who is black) also had that very same conversation this morning and he was concerned that it does see to be more frequent in black athletes than white. Muamba, Foe, Benitez and now Ehiogu spring to mind immediately. I am sure I read somewhere that research was being done after the Muamba incident, although was that jut that existing players were going to be screened and I assume retired players/coaching staff were not included? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Friday, April 21, 2017, 14:07:11 Shocking news. He was just a few weeks older than me...and way fitter. RIP. Makes you realise that maybe we all need to live in the moment a little more. Agreed, I'm not much younger than Ugo Ehiogu myself and thinking about mortality seems to be something that creeps up on you in your 40's and plays upon your mind, particularly as in my case I'm now attending more funerals now than weddings. :( Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Friday, April 21, 2017, 16:25:39 Watched a bit of villa around 98 - 99 when they had John Gregory in charge. He was part of that side in a back 3 alongside Gareth Southgate and a young Gareth Barry. Very good player in a side that could have won the league really. 44 is no age to die.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Friday, April 21, 2017, 23:26:43 Very sad.
I seem to recall he got a red card at the CG in the Prem season? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Saturday, April 22, 2017, 08:45:43 Very sad. No mate you are mistaken, he only played against us twice both in that season and no not sent off in either game. I seem to recall he got a red card at the CG in the Prem season? No age at all to pass away, quite shocking for someone so fit and outwardly healthy. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Sunday, April 23, 2017, 09:44:20 Erin Moran who played Joanie Cunningham in Happy Days, it appears took her own life aged just 56.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bewster on Sunday, April 23, 2017, 09:51:03 Michele Scarponi
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/39677856 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: bigbobjoylove on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, 11:20:21 Robert Concina aka DJ Robert Miles.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Wednesday, May 10, 2017, 11:24:40 Children = classic. RIP.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, May 15, 2017, 15:39:13 Avril Lavigne - in 2003 allegedly.....
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-trending-39921209 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, May 15, 2017, 20:57:53 Ian Brady.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Monday, May 15, 2017, 21:08:18 Quote from: Flashheart Ian Brady. shame it wasn't soonerTitle: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: AldbourneRed on Monday, May 15, 2017, 22:49:49 shame it wasn't sooner Whilst I agree with the sentiment, the fact he's been campaigning to be allowed to die for nearly 20 years makes me in some ways glad the fucker had to wait.Good riddance. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, May 18, 2017, 08:22:21 Chris Cornell from Soundgarden
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mbBbFH9fAg Only 52. RIP. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Thursday, May 18, 2017, 08:49:34 Chris Cornell from Soundgarden http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mbBbFH9fAg Only 52. RIP. Ah that's a shame. I saw Cornell with Audioslave and on a solo tour and enjoyed both gigs thoroughly. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, May 18, 2017, 16:04:47 Blasting out Superunknown in tribute, what an incredible talent. RIP.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: McGurk's Missus on Thursday, May 18, 2017, 21:43:02 Cornell was a musical genius underrated across the public musical spectrum here in the UK. His vocal range was phenomenal and I remember him saving his "throat ripping" tracks like Cochise and Set it Off from his Audioslave project, to last in his sets and punching his larynx. I hold him with the same esteem as Dave Grohl. It's a shame many more didn't. Such a shame to hear he took his own life which is what my own project is focussed on. Especially in males under 45 (I know Cornell was 50something).
We gots to talk more boys/men/lads regardless of your age. Everyone has and you have it from me if any of you here and now have any thoughts regarding suicide, anxiety or depression, please don't do this alone or feel you are alone. I lay down an open book here to you, if you need to vent, have a concern, or have any worries then don't hesitate in having a chat with me. I'm with you. By talking more we can remove this stigma and make these subjects commonly spoken about as freely as the common cold. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Friday, May 19, 2017, 09:51:23 Gutted about Cornell, had a huge grunge phase in my teens and Soundgarden were a big part of that. Saw them live about 5 years ago and he was unbelievable. Big fan of audioslaves first album too. Big shame
RIP Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Monday, May 22, 2017, 16:19:06 Nicky Hayden R.I.P
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Monday, May 22, 2017, 16:23:32 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Monday, May 22, 2017, 16:35:45 Just seen this, horrible news. Such a nice, genuine guy.
RIP Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Arriba on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 13:16:56 Roger Moore. My favourite Bond. Spoke out against hunting too which endeared him to me. Rip
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: tans on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 13:23:00 So long, 007
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 13:31:37 He was my favourite bond as a kid. RIP.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 16:25:54 Raising an eyebrow in tribute. RIP 007 and The Saint. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 16:57:15 Raising an eyebrow in tribute. RIP 007 and The Saint. Not forgetting Ivanhoe. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RswoQJUGI6Q Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 23:42:36 Not forgetting this classic... https://youtu.be/4i_zZ_mtEY0 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Tuesday, May 23, 2017, 23:47:28 Or this one,which I reckon got him the Bond role ... https://youtu.be/LX0_4BbHk3M R.I.P. Roger ... Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Monday, May 29, 2017, 09:54:20 John Noakes gone off to meet up with Shep again...
Sent from my Hudl 2 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Monday, May 29, 2017, 10:04:26 RIP John, i remember him on Blue Peter in the 70's and on Go With Noakes too
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Monday, May 29, 2017, 10:07:27 Went into kitchen to make a coffee, missus has got Cheesey FM on the radio, DJ just saying sad news that John Noakes has died. "Remember him and Shep? Aah" then with no further ado plays "It started with a kiss". Not sure what you're trying to imply there, fella?
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, May 29, 2017, 13:05:03 John Noakes. RIP :(
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Monday, May 29, 2017, 14:23:47 RIP Noakes.
Loved his cooking on Blue Peter, he always fucked it up! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Thursday, June 1, 2017, 10:26:53 Roy Barraclough. RIP
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: LucienSanchez on Monday, June 5, 2017, 15:33:49 Cheick Tiote... only 30.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Monday, June 5, 2017, 15:35:31 Cheick Tiote... only 30. Just seen twitter go into overdrive. Crazy. Will never forget his volley against arsenal Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Monday, June 5, 2017, 15:44:58 30 years old. Fit as a fiddle. Frightening.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Super Hans on Monday, June 5, 2017, 16:00:37 Tragic.
Always seems to be African guys this happens to. Something blood related maybe? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Monday, June 5, 2017, 16:04:20 Peter Sallis.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, June 5, 2017, 16:20:20 96. He had a good innings.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Tuesday, June 6, 2017, 23:37:38 It's known that high blood pressure is more prevalent among the African community, but no one knows why. It's all very very sad.
RIP to Sallis, too. I will definitely miss Wallace :( Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, 13:33:55 Bodger and Badger creator Andy Cunningham has died, aged 67.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, 14:02:42 Bodger and Badger creator Andy Cunningham has died, aged 67. Everybody knows he likes mashed potato! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, 14:02:49 Bodger and Badger creator Andy Cunningham has died, aged 67. :( My boys used to like B and B. Remember going to The Wyvern one time to see him. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: StfcRusty on Friday, June 9, 2017, 09:57:12 Rupert Murdoch
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Friday, June 9, 2017, 10:12:39 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Friday, June 9, 2017, 10:15:15 I've been whooshed, haven't I?
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Friday, June 9, 2017, 10:16:47 I've been whooshed, haven't I? Some say he died. Codswallop, in my opinion. Dunno if he had enough human left in him to die. Some say he’s still out there, bidin’ his time, like. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, June 9, 2017, 10:26:11 I've been whooshed, haven't I? I'm quite sure he was speaking in a metaphorical sense. (Although I did check on google myself) Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Saturday, June 10, 2017, 15:39:58 Adam West. Batman off the telly :(
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Saturday, June 10, 2017, 15:58:15 Adam West. Batman off the telly :( Holy kerpow ! :-(Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, June 10, 2017, 16:06:30 :(
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Saturday, June 10, 2017, 17:33:19 For younger viewers he was also the voice of Mayor Adam West in Family Guy.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Thursday, June 15, 2017, 08:34:36 Anita Pallenberg. The "sixth Rolling Stone". Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Sunday, June 18, 2017, 18:04:06 RIP Flounder.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Monday, June 19, 2017, 19:01:29 Brian Cant. RIP. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nomoreheroes on Monday, June 19, 2017, 19:11:55 Brian Cant. RIP. Oh no! The voice of my childhood: Trumpton, Chigley, Camberwick Green, Bagpuss, Play School , Play Away, Jackanory...and my kids' childhoods: Jay Jay the Jet Plane, Dappledown Farm, Watch & Learn Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ron dodgers on Monday, June 19, 2017, 19:16:00 Ron is sad
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Monday, June 19, 2017, 20:35:34 Brian Cant. RIP. Always to be remembered for being the voice of this all-time classic: https://youtu.be/s6YE4PCRNwc RIP Brian Cant Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, June 19, 2017, 22:46:31 :( My childhood.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 05:58:37 I met Brian Cant once, he was the nicest man you could ever wish to meet, no different from his on screen persona, I will miss him. RIP Brian.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 07:53:13 Loved Brian Cant. Even watched Dappledown Farm as an adult because he was on it. Just came across as a genuinely nice bloke.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pax Romana on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 08:25:59 I have no factual basis for saying this, but the incidence of Parkinson's seems to have increased enormously over the past decade.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 08:34:04 I have no factual basis for saying this, but the incidence of Parkinson's seems to have increased enormously over the past decade. I don't know if its the actual rise in numbers of Parkinsons sufferers or the awareness of the illness and it rarely being used as the actual cause of death, it seems to be more prevalent as the cause of death now. In the past it was often that a sufferer died from things associated with Parkinsons now it seems to be a more all encompassing illness.I have had a few family members die of complications of it but never was it refered to as the actual cause of death. My Aunt who had it died basically because her body forgot how to eat and breathe but the report said she died of heart failure aggrivated by Parkinsons. Very similar or dementia and Alzheimers deaths in many ways. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 09:12:07 I don't know if its the actual rise in numbers of Parkinsons sufferers or the awareness of the illness and it rarely being used as the actual cause of death, it seems to be more prevalent as the cause of death now. In the past it was often that a sufferer died from things associated with Parkinsons now it seems to be a more all encompassing illness. I have had a few family members die of complications of it but never was it refered to as the actual cause of death. My Aunt who had it died basically because her body forgot how to eat and breathe but the report said she died of heart failure aggrivated by Parkinsons. Very similar or dementia and Alzheimers deaths in many ways. Presently going through dementia with my mother and its horrible, Brian Cant had been living with Parkinsons since 1999! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, June 20, 2017, 09:15:01 Presently going through dementia with my mother and its horrible, Brian Cant had been living with Parkinsons since 1999! My mum died of dementia related illness 10 years ago next week, its horrible, I don't envy you mate, just remember that you mum does still love you and care for you despite everything they say or do, especially later on in the illness.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, 08:31:52 Prodigy (no, not Keith Flint). Sad times, Mobb Deep were one of the first hip hop groups i was introduced to.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, 10:04:51 My mum died of dementia related illness 10 years ago next week, its horrible, I don't envy you mate, just remember that you mum does still love you and care for you despite everything they say or do, especially later on in the illness. Cheers, thankfully she is still at the cheerfully unaware stage, she is in residential care and seems very happy where she is, but its still quite tough, especially being c.300 miles away! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, 10:13:33 My gran died on Sunday. Combined old age and dementia. 92 aint too bad an age to get to but it is sad to see them disappear with the illness. Tough to go through Horlock. Commiserations.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Wednesday, June 21, 2017, 10:44:37 My gran suffered with dementia for over 10 years before she finally passed away. It's a horrible illness, possibly more so for those close to the sufferer than themselves. First few years you wouldn't have really known she was ill, unless you knew her. the last few were tough..
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, 09:47:14 Michael Nyqvist (who played Mikael Blomkvist in the decent version of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) - Only 56!
and Michael Bond of Paddington Bear! http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-40432946 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, July 1, 2017, 11:49:28 Barry Norman
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Thursday, July 6, 2017, 07:55:04 RIP Grotbags.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Thursday, July 6, 2017, 07:55:34 :(
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Thursday, July 6, 2017, 08:59:29 St Peter is going to be getting some earplugs. Rod Hull's posse will be singing "there's somebody at the door, there's somebody at the door"...
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, July 7, 2017, 14:53:02 Bradley Lowery
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Friday, July 7, 2017, 14:57:13 Sad times. 6 is no age.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: DorsetRed on Friday, July 7, 2017, 15:09:19 Absolutely heart breaking. Looking at my little one and thinking of how I would geel if he had 4 years left to live. No words can describe how shit and unfair life can be at times
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sussex on Friday, July 7, 2017, 15:14:01 So very sad. Have fun with the angels little fella :(
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Friday, July 7, 2017, 15:17:51 This thread was started before the little guy was even born, very sad indeed.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Friday, July 7, 2017, 16:13:20 Life truly is unfair sometimes.
RIP Bradley Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, 16:56:29 Ex trainer and Jockey Tommy Carberry.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Monday, July 17, 2017, 07:49:24 George A. Romero. Father of the Zombie Film.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: chalkies_shorts on Monday, July 17, 2017, 08:07:32 George A. Romero. Father of the Zombie Film. Will he come back?Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, July 17, 2017, 08:44:06 Only if there's no more room in hell.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, July 17, 2017, 09:31:18 Martin Landau.
I used to love Space 1999. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: theakston2k on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 18:34:41 Chester Bennington.... suicide.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 18:49:06 Chester Bennington.... suicide. Very sad, a talented man and only 41. RIP. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Super Hans on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 19:14:38 Horrible news.
So many memories of wrestling almost every night in my mates back garden after school. Entrance music was always a song off Hybrid Theory. Probably my favourite album ever. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 19:39:48 Not a fan of Linkin Park but their stuff reminds of happy nights out at the (Psychic) Pig in Trowbridge.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 20:05:59 Oh, and Peter Principle of Tuxedomoon too this week, aged 63.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 20:40:00 When some of these guys die I go to youtube and get hit with a wave of nostalgia. As though it's just then that you realise just how much influence they had in your life even if you didn't notice it at the time. I felt that way when Robert Miles died fairly recently, I played 'Children' and it hit me that he was kind of 'there' with me during part of my life.
RIP, Chester. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 20:46:39 Never a fan of Linkin Park, although Numb was pretty good. Still pretty saddened by this.
Hate it when people feel they have no option but to kill themselves, what an unthinkable position to be in. RIP Chester. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Quagmire on Thursday, July 20, 2017, 21:48:39 First album I ever had was Hybrid Theory, loved it at the time.
As has been said, so sad that some people feel suicide is the only way out. He has 6 children and a wife too. RIP Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Friday, July 21, 2017, 08:41:32 Gutted about this. LP were a huge part of my life for a long, long time and influenced me so much. Depression is a fucking cunt... I really can't believe there's such a stigma about it.
RIP Chester. Thanks for everything Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Friday, July 21, 2017, 15:26:13 Hybrid Theory very much shaped my teenage years and influenced my musical tastes through life.
Whilst i can't say i was too familiar with their recent material LP hold a special place in my heart. RIP Chester. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, July 21, 2017, 22:18:32 Pudsey
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: herthab on Saturday, July 22, 2017, 06:21:52 Pudsey What? Pudsey the bear? Was it an eye infection? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Family at War on Saturday, July 22, 2017, 17:12:50 Actor John Heard - the dad in Home Alone
Title: Re: Post by: horlock07 on Monday, July 24, 2017, 19:27:15 RIP Snooty....
http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2017/07/24/snooty-the-manatee-dies-south-florida-museum-heartbreaking-accident_n_17571050.html Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: flammableBen on Tuesday, July 25, 2017, 01:00:55 RIP Snooty.... http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2017/07/24/snooty-the-manatee-dies-south-florida-museum-heartbreaking-accident_n_17571050.html Absolutely gutted. RIP Snooty. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, August 3, 2017, 15:11:32 Seigfried Farnon dies at 91...
and now Hywel Bennett at 73 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 20:36:23 Glen Campbell, age 81
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 23:53:49 Aw. Wichita lineman was a big big song for me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qoymGCDYzU Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: LucienSanchez on Friday, August 18, 2017, 15:36:55 Good ol' Bruce Forsyth has perished
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Chubbs on Friday, August 18, 2017, 15:46:00 Noooo!!! He was meant to be immortal!
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Friday, August 18, 2017, 16:04:31 Brucie :(
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Friday, August 18, 2017, 16:11:33 Didn't he do well!
RIP Brucie. Grew up with The Generation Game in the 70's. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Friday, August 18, 2017, 16:16:39 Nice to see ya, Brucie.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Audrey on Friday, August 18, 2017, 16:20:32 Good game! Good game! Let's have a look at the old scoreboard.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Friday, August 18, 2017, 16:28:30 Remember Brucie from the 50's and Sunday Night at the London Palladium.... in 50's austerity post war Britain, this was something of treat. A bit of glamour, the Tiller Girls got the juvenile juices going. Not quite the Moulin Rouge, but we're British.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XQ17OZ4mwU Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ghanimah on Friday, August 18, 2017, 16:38:43 Brucie was great for many reasons, but I'll always remember his appearance on HIGNFY and "play your Iraqi cards right". A great piece of television satire - "you have a pair, but you don't get anything for a pair not in this game" and "WMD it would be nice to see them to see them nice"
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, August 18, 2017, 18:31:21 Sad when anyone dies but I don't understand people calling him a legend at all. He was just annoying.
*waits for cunt rep* Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ron dodgers on Friday, August 18, 2017, 20:14:44 not from me - as soon as the " liiiiiiife is the name of the game ...... " came on I knew I had to get down the Turks Head and get totally wankered
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Friday, August 18, 2017, 20:23:02 Don't think it's so much the bloke himself as the nostalgia/passing of an era. I was a little kid when the Generation Game was in it's heyday, and the likes of Bruce Forsyth dominated Saturday night telly. So while I personally found him a bit (well a lot) cheesy, and even a bit creepy at times, I can understand the nostalgia around his passing.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ron dodgers on Friday, August 18, 2017, 20:37:14 yarp - I get that
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, August 18, 2017, 21:34:41 He's somewhat of an icon of a bygone era of Saturday evening television. It's sad news.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, August 18, 2017, 21:41:36 He's somewhat of an icon of a bygone era of Saturday evening television. It's sad news. To you maybe. To me (and others) it's quite a good thing it's a bygone era. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Friday, August 18, 2017, 21:45:24 I'm not sure what you're accusing me of.
People are free to think whatever the fuck they want, I'm just saying that I can see why some find it sad news. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Friday, August 18, 2017, 22:14:06 I'm not sure what you're accusing me of. People are free to think whatever the fuck they want, I'm just saying that I can see why some find it sad news. I'm not accusing you of anything, you knows I loves you. Just that "it's sad news" is largely a matter of opinion rather than fact. People are indeed free to feel however they want about it. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Friday, August 18, 2017, 22:51:39 To you maybe. To me (and others) it's quite a good thing it's a bygone era. Why is it a good thing? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 00:06:48 To you maybe. To me (and others) it's quite a good thing it's a bygone era. All things must pass. I liked Bruce's work in the 50's, which was more a Sunday night thing rather than the Saturday night niche which he cornered... however don't suppose I ever saw more than the odd show after that. Nevertheless, like for me in the 50's he brought fun into people's lives, which has to be good thing.. there are probably simple pleasures which bring some fun into your life Ells. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 00:37:27 Why is it a good thing? Because I cringe every time I see him on TV (I'm 26) as did my best mate's sister I was talking about it with (she's 46) and as did my dad (he's 70). Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 02:39:53 Because I cringe every time I see him on TV (I'm 26) as did my best mate's sister I was talking about it with (she's 46) and as did my dad (he's 70). I cringe when I see stuff on tv, I think we all do. What irks me is this is part of mine and many others life that you feel the need to trash publicly rather than keep your own council. Imagine me or anyone else denigrating things that and your kids hold dear. Like an eccentric relative, you'd be fucking livid and rightly so. I look at things my parents held dear to them and their generation, when I was young I couldn't see the connection and fascination. Then I grew up and became an adult and parent. One day you may grow up too. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 09:27:15 Are you out of coffee this morning LL?
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 10:22:11 Whereas this era with all the talentless wannabes is better? Never heard of half the so called celebs these days.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 10:35:02 Whereas this era with all the talentless wannabes is better? Never heard of half the so called celebs these days. Quite so. I was flicking channels the other day and came across 'Celebrity' Big Brother. There was a man and woman on there (no idea who they were) trying to have a conversation. They could barely string 2 words together - It was like watching a couple of wino's in the park - truly cringeworthy.Brucy was your archetypal 'all round entertainer' who made his name in the 60's and 70's. He may not have been everyone's cup of tea but was supremely good at what he did. I think it's also important to remember that in later years his routine became quite tongue in cheek and almost self-mocking. I certainly never found him cringeworthy but each to their own. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 11:44:34 Are you out of coffee this morning LL? Nope, Earl Grey is my choice of hot beverage. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Saturday, August 19, 2017, 11:52:41 Nope, Earl Grey is my choice of hot beverage. Earl Grey is one of those things I've never really got... tried it often enough along with a range of other teas, but somehow always end up back with PG Tips. Think it's being working class. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Sunday, August 20, 2017, 22:20:50 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4807436/Details-Jerry-Lewis-personal-life-affairs.html
Another piece of my childhood gone. Ells? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Sunday, August 20, 2017, 22:28:47 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4807436/Details-Jerry-Lewis-personal-life-affairs.html Another piece of my childhood gone. Ells? I genuinely don't understand what you mean at all. It's my personal opinion that Forsythe was an embarrassment but if he meant something to you that's lovely. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Sunday, August 20, 2017, 23:29:44 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4807436/Details-Jerry-Lewis-personal-life-affairs.html I think I'm roughly of the same vintage as you, maybe 5 years younger at the outside. Think you need to understand that what's emotionally important to you might not be to a different generation. And then stop trying to pick fights with people that don't wholly share your particular perspective of the world. Bruce Forsyth was a pretty good entertainer in, and of, his time. But he wasn't everyone's cup of tea. I'm not trying to destroy your childhood by saying that.Another piece of my childhood gone. Ells? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Sunday, August 20, 2017, 23:42:16 I understand someone might not be of an era to understand someone dying and how some people may take it, but just stfu and not bother putting anything down.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: flammableBen on Monday, August 21, 2017, 00:31:36 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4807436/Details-Jerry-Lewis-personal-life-affairs.html Another piece of my childhood gone. Ells? You are creepy Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: flammableBen on Monday, August 21, 2017, 01:18:29 On the other hand, so was mr. forsythe
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Monday, August 21, 2017, 02:05:18 Like I give a fuck Mr. Ben. Flammable or otherwise.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, August 21, 2017, 07:13:17 Who'da thunk Brucie's death would have been so contentious?
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 07:43:09 I think I'm roughly of the same vintage as you, maybe 5 years younger at the outside. Think you need to understand that what's emotionally important to you might not be to a different generation. And then stop trying to pick fights with people that don't wholly share your particular perspective of the world. Bruce Forsyth was a pretty good entertainer in, and of, his time. But he wasn't everyone's cup of tea. I'm not trying to destroy your childhood by saying that. That is definitely true but at the same time Paul, it is important for that different generation to try to understand a bit about that person (it applies to any famous person - the subject just happens to be Bruce Forsyth in this instance) and how different life was when they were making a name for themselves and how different society was rather than just dismiss them as creepy.When David Bowie died some one mentioned on here that some one they worked with (I think) had said "Well, David Bowie couldn't have been that great/famous because I've never heard of him"...or words along those lines. What a tiny, enclosed world that person lives in without realising it and how sad that nothing or no one of any significance can possibly exist outside it. If that was me I would be wanting to know what all the fuss was about and finding about him and having done that I would say, "Wow, now I think I get it"...I might not want to go out and buy up his back catalogue but my mind would have been broadened by the tiniest of increments - which can only be a good thing. I am well aware that BF and DB are poles apart in every way imaginable but my point applies to both which is that we should not judge those who have gone before us by the values and views of today and what goes on our own small worlds. We should be more open minded than that and try to appreciate what they did and why they are emotionally important to other people even if they didn't mean anything to us. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Amir on Monday, August 21, 2017, 08:12:57 We should be more open minded than that and try to appreciate what they did and why they are emotionally important to other people even if they didn't mean anything to us. That would be a Brucie Bonus. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 08:20:05 That would be a Brucie Bonus. :clap:Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, August 21, 2017, 08:27:15 it is important for that different generation to try to understand a bit about that person (it applies to any famous person I think that learning to understand more about Brucie would be way down on the list of important things to do. In fact, I'd recommend they skip it and do something more constructive instead. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Monday, August 21, 2017, 08:37:11 Who'da thunk Brucie's death would have been so contentious? Or so emotionally distressing for anyone outside his immediate family.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, August 21, 2017, 08:55:36 It must be some anniversary of the death of Diana Spencer, as rags like the Daily Mail have been full of coal raking. Now that whole thing was something I just didn't get at the time and still don't. OST did you employ your powers of empathy :hmmm:
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 09:05:05 It must be some anniversary of the death of Diana Spencer, as rags like the Daily Mail have been full of coal raking. Now that whole thing was something I just didn't get at the time and still don't. OST did you employ your powers of empathy :hmmm: No, definitey not. That was a very strange episode in the history of this country.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 09:06:52 I think that learning to understand more about Brucie would be way down on the list of important things to do. In fact, I'd recommend they skip it and do something more constructive instead. It's not so much that as understanding the social history of this country and how much it has changed in, say the last 50 years. It's an extremely interesting subject. The 'Brucie's' of this world are very much part of that.Edit: Also, it only takes 5 minutes to read an obituary. There are some fascinating ones around. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, August 21, 2017, 09:26:12 I personally never got the Brucie love in but I fully apprecaite that many people of my age adored the bloke, I just found him a bit creepy TBH, I liked him in Bedknobs and Broomsticks though :)
I am a little surprised at the outlay of hatred towards Jerry Lewis online. I have a lot of female comedian friends and several are saying good riddance to him and his misogynist ways, apparently in 1998 he said on US TV (in a few interviews) that no women are funny. I have fond memories of JL from my younger days watching his films with Dean Martin which as a 10 year old in the mid 70s I loved, but they are of a certain era. And as OST says Celebrity Big Brother...I probably know 2 or 3 out of the 15 people on it, they mean absolutely nothing to me but can understand the reverse being true regarding Ells comments. 99% of the time if I don't like someone or what they post I ignore it and move on rather than making a negative comment about it. I don't like golf, cycling or Game of Thrones etc so instead of stating I don't like it I just don't read it or comment, simple. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, August 21, 2017, 09:30:45 It's not so much that as understanding the social history of this country and how much it has changed in, say the last 50 years. It's an interesting subject. The 'Brucie's' of this world are very much part of that. Kind of why I put in the Diana reference. With a bit of longevity comes the opportunity to have lived through some of these social history moments, and invariably the authors create a narrative which I don't recognise. Obvious really, as it is an impossibility to distil the thoughts and emotions of so many people, in so many transient stages of their lives. So you end up with a cliched view, which then takes on its own currency. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 09:36:37 Kind of why I put in the Diana reference. With a bit of longevity comes the opportunity to have lived through some of these social history moments, and invariably the authors create a narrative which I don't recognise. Obvious really, as it is an impossibility to distil the thoughts and emotions of so many people, in so many transient stages of their lives. So you end up with a cliched view, which then takes on its own currency. Very true Reg. That whole Diana thing was different to anything else I've experienced though. She seemed to get reinvented in death and became popular in a way she never was when alive. Not even close. Surreal.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, August 21, 2017, 10:28:30 It's not so much that as understanding the social history of this country and how much it has changed in, say the last 50 years. It's an extremely interesting subject. The 'Brucie's' of this world are very much part of that. Edit: Also, it only takes 5 minutes to read an obituary. There are some fascinating ones around. I think that the Brucies of the world hark back to a by-gone era that will only be recognisable to many of certain generations, and also due to later revelations Forsyth is especially important to them as he remains unsullied unlike many of that generation (I do wonder whether we will be reading similar allegations about present day 'celebrities' in say 2050?) Also with Forsyth his appeal appears to have crossed generations with things like Strictly making his popular with a whole new generation and his material being less 'controversial' than others of the past and thus palatable to modern tastes, albeit full of cheese? It has been interesting to see so many who got all a lather when Bowie died (often despite showing no apparent interest in him when he was alive) berating people expressing regret regarding Forsyth but I suppose that's fashion for you - the wish to appear cool to your mates never goes? As for Diana that was (and remains) just odd (IMO), albeit I suppose driven by certain parts of the media who have concentrated on her, mortgages, house prices and promoting paranoia about anything different. In 1997 the sudden decision to play nothing but ambient music on the radio for a week after she died was plain weird (I was erecting a marquee for the Naturist Caravan Club of Great Britain's yearly rally all that week and thus it rather sticks in my mind) and the funeral strange (I did draw the line when my mate turned up at ours on the Saturday morning of the funeral to watch it on the TV with a crate of beer, like we were watching the football) but it and the whole 'peoples princess' thing obviously struck a cord with some. Never really got grief for people you didn't know but we are all different I suppose, there has been a certain humour this weekend as most of the media don't seem to understand that Jerry Lewis and Jerry Lee Lewis are different people! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Monday, August 21, 2017, 10:28:36 I personally never got the Brucie love in but I fully apprecaite that many people of my age adored the bloke, I just found him a bit creepy TBH, I liked him in Bedknobs and Broomsticks though :) I am a little surprised at the outlay of hatred towards Jerry Lewis online. I have a lot of female comedian friends and several are saying good riddance to him and his misogynist ways, apparently in 1998 he said on US TV (in a few interviews) that no women are funny. I have fond memories of JL from my younger days watching his films with Dean Martin which as a 10 year old in the mid 70s I loved, but they are of a certain era. And as OST says Celebrity Big Brother...I probably know 2 or 3 out of the 15 people on it, they mean absolutely nothing to me but can understand the reverse being true regarding Ells comments. 99% of the time if I don't like someone or what they post I ignore it and move on rather than making a negative comment about it. I don't like golf, cycling or Game of Thrones etc so instead of stating I don't like it I just don't read it or comment, simple. Well put, PV. At least Brucie had a talent, whether you liked him or not, but people seem to become celebrities these days with no talent whatsoever, and yet youngsters aspire to be like them. I don't get it. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 21, 2017, 10:46:40 Look at what you've started Ells
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: jayohaitchenn on Monday, August 21, 2017, 11:31:51 Fuck sake Ells.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, August 21, 2017, 11:33:56 Bloody trouble maker.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 12:36:23 It's a forum innit?? I didn't think we were supposed to all agree... :hmmm:
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, August 21, 2017, 12:52:21 It's a forum innit?? I didn't think we were supposed to all agree... :hmmm: +1 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: 4D on Monday, August 21, 2017, 13:00:19 It's a forum innit?? I didn't think we were supposed to all agree... :hmmm: You get nothing for a pair! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, August 21, 2017, 13:52:36 I agree with you all.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, August 21, 2017, 15:09:01 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, August 21, 2017, 16:24:05 This is going to piss off a few people.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-41000396
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, August 21, 2017, 17:13:49 This is going to piss off a few people.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-41000396 Make it happen BBC :DTitle: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, August 21, 2017, 18:41:32 Jesus Christ :Ride On Fatbury's Lovestick:
I'm honestly sorry if I offended anyone. I was just expressing my opinion but maybe I was having a bad day and expressed it poorly. I can say with 100% certainty that even though I may be a massive cunt I genuinely don't revel in anyone else's misery or lack empathy in that regard - I just don't always understand it. I would try and swiftly change the subject but it seems no [famous] people have died today, the wankers. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bogus Dave on Monday, August 21, 2017, 18:46:06 Accidentally clicked to go to the first page, interestig to see the current state of play based on original predictions (I think a gent orange is in the lead and may even have the full set but I haven't delved into much depth). Also surprising to see how many of these people were alive nearly 9 (nine?!) years ago
True to form, my predictions were shockingly innacurate Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, August 21, 2017, 18:47:41 I would try and swiftly change the subject but it seems no [famous] people have died today, the wankers. If you exclude Science fiction author Brian Aldiss ;)Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, August 21, 2017, 18:50:20 True to form, my predictions were shockingly innacurate I have, over the years since the thread started, managed to get 5 out of 10 guesses correct.1. Barack Obama 2. Margaret Thatcher 3. Norman Wisdom 4. Ice-T 5. Gene Wilder 6. OJ Simpson 7. Elizabeth Taylor 8. Mohammed Ali 9. Mel Gibson 10. Winona Ryder And I didn't realise how many of us tipped Obama! ??? Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ells on Monday, August 21, 2017, 18:52:35 If you exclude Science fiction author Brian Aldiss ;) Oh balls, I did read that earlier actually. *has forum meltdown* Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, August 21, 2017, 19:08:10 I didn't realise how many of us tipped Obama! ??? I think it says more about how we felt about certain areas of American society. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: pauld on Monday, August 21, 2017, 19:25:20 This is going to piss off a few people.... http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-41000396 Didn't realise he was a paedoTitle: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pax Romana on Tuesday, August 29, 2017, 12:43:25 David Torrance, 31 year old Rio Olympic athlete found dead in pool. Jeez...
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, August 29, 2017, 13:24:50 David Torrance, 31 year old Rio Olympic athlete found dead in pool. Jeez... Wouldn't he be able to walk on water if he was Jesus? Way too bloody young to go.... Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Private Fraser on Sunday, September 3, 2017, 18:36:05 RIP Walter Becker.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Sunday, September 3, 2017, 18:41:20 RIP Walter Becker. No more reeling in the years... Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Sunday, September 3, 2017, 22:12:38 No more reeling in the years... Bit of a shock that one, he was only 68. Got tickets for Steely Dan at the O2 in November. Sounds like they've been playing without him recently any way but it will be sad not being able to see Fagan & Becker play together.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ReadingRed on Sunday, September 3, 2017, 22:36:39 Gutted. Massively tasteful guitarist and arranger, in my favorite band of all time by a mile.
If I could only go to see one band ever again it would have been Steely Dan but now I might cancel my 02 tickets if the tour goes ahead - it just won't be the same. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Jilted John on Monday, September 4, 2017, 08:45:03 68 is no age, RIP.
Steely Dan songs were always on the radio when I was growing up. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Abrahammer on Monday, September 4, 2017, 09:17:12 68 is no age Well it is TBH, I'll be treating every year over 70 as a bonus Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, September 4, 2017, 09:26:45 Well it is TBH, I'll be treating every year over 70 as a bonus I would be happy to make 68 if I am honest.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, 20:45:27 R.I.P. Holger Czukay So much more than just the bass player in krautrock legends,Can. https://youtu.be/EVi-UTF9PL4 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, 23:10:43 R.I.P. Holger Czukay So much more than just the bass player in krautrock legends,Can. https://youtu.be/EVi-UTF9PL4 I bought Tago Mago, after getting an epipahany, brought about by seeing Amon Duul at The College..what is now a Morrison's supermarket. It was before we joined the Common Market. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Thursday, September 14, 2017, 08:02:15 And another one goes. Grant Hart of Husker Du loses his battle with cancer at 56 y.o. Very sad stuff
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eoKeH7JYE48 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, September 21, 2017, 16:26:07 RIP William G Stewart aged 82.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, September 21, 2017, 17:34:32 RIP William G Stewart aged 82. Question or Nominate.... Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Tuesday, September 26, 2017, 10:58:14 Cherie Blair's dad.
And Vera Duckworth (Liz Dawn) Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Matchworn Shirts on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, 08:39:39 Lady Lucan
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 05:46:51 The Hef. Aged 91.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 07:18:30 The Hef. Aged 91. He made the most of it as well. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nemo on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 07:59:04 The Hef. Aged 91. As read elsewhere, he lived long enough for his first wife to be called Mildred and his last to be called Crystal. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 14:54:23 Like Graceland, maybe the Playboy Mansion will remain as a frozen capsule in time. A reminder of a bygone era and appreciation of how things have moved on since then.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 18:33:22 Will Bryant, season-ticket stalwart for the best part of 40 years, never posted on here but regularly lurked. Several posters will know him, especially London reds, more would recognise him as a home and away regular, latterly with his two young sons. School-mate, introduced me to the CG in 1980, we shared so many days and nights out, I remember more of the journeys, the pubs and the chat than the games. Fan of HMHB, The Lurkers, Serious Drinking, Elvis Costello, we grew up when football, politics and rock 'n' roll were a seamless continuum. Regularly manned the Samaritans' helpline in Swindon in recent times, but never drew attention to his innate kindness and decency. Told me three weeks ago he was ill, died on Monday aged 55. He shared nearly every up and down I ever witnessed at the CG and around the country. I'll feel orphaned the next time I visit.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RobertT on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 18:35:11 Like Graceland, maybe the Playboy Mansion will remain as a frozen capsule in time. A reminder of a bygone era and appreciation of how things have moved on since then. Graceland has a huge entertainment complex built around it now, a Playboy overhaul could be interesting. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 18:38:54 Will Bryant, season-ticket stalwart for the best part of 40 years, never posted on here but regularly lurked. Several posters will know him, especially London reds, more would recognise him as a home and away regular, latterly with his two young sons. School-mate, introduced me to the CG in 1980, we shared so many days and nights out, I remember more of the journeys, the pubs and the chat than the games. Fan of HMHB, The Lurkers, Serious Drinking, Elvis Costello, we grew up when football, politics and rock 'n' roll were a seamless continuum. Regularly manned the Samaritans' helpline in Swindon in recent times, but never drew attention to his innate kindness and decency. Told me three weeks ago he was ill, died on Monday aged 55. He shared nearly every up and down I ever witnessed at the CG and around the country. I'll feel orphaned the next time I visit. RIP Will. Title: Re: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Thursday, September 28, 2017, 19:24:07 The Hef. Aged 91. Got to love a bit of Tino...https://twitter.com/TinoasprillaH/status/913415923222171649 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Costanza on Monday, October 2, 2017, 20:09:26 Tom Petty.
A great shame. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: THE FLASH on Monday, October 2, 2017, 20:12:21 Will Bryant, season-ticket stalwart for the best part of 40 years, never posted on here but regularly lurked. Several posters will know him, especially London reds, more would recognise him as a home and away regular, latterly with his two young sons. School-mate, introduced me to the CG in 1980, we shared so many days and nights out, I remember more of the journeys, the pubs and the chat than the games. Fan of HMHB, The Lurkers, Serious Drinking, Elvis Costello, we grew up when football, politics and rock 'n' roll were a seamless continuum. Regularly manned the Samaritans' helpline in Swindon in recent times, but never drew attention to his innate kindness and decency. Told me three weeks ago he was ill, died on Monday aged 55. He shared nearly every up and down I ever witnessed at the CG and around the country. I'll feel orphaned the next time I visit. Not a good read RF...55 FFS! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Tails on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, 07:56:46 Will Bryant, season-ticket stalwart for the best part of 40 years, never posted on here but regularly lurked. Several posters will know him, especially London reds, more would recognise him as a home and away regular, latterly with his two young sons. School-mate, introduced me to the CG in 1980, we shared so many days and nights out, I remember more of the journeys, the pubs and the chat than the games. Fan of HMHB, The Lurkers, Serious Drinking, Elvis Costello, we grew up when football, politics and rock 'n' roll were a seamless continuum. Regularly manned the Samaritans' helpline in Swindon in recent times, but never drew attention to his innate kindness and decency. Told me three weeks ago he was ill, died on Monday aged 55. He shared nearly every up and down I ever witnessed at the CG and around the country. I'll feel orphaned the next time I visit. Sorry to hear that buddy. May he RIP. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: RedRag on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, 08:19:53 Will Bryant, season-ticket stalwart for the best part of 40 years, never posted on here but regularly lurked. Several posters will know him, especially London reds, more would recognise him as a home and away regular, latterly with his two young sons. School-mate, introduced me to the CG in 1980, we shared so many days and nights out, I remember more of the journeys, the pubs and the chat than the games. Fan of HMHB, The Lurkers, Serious Drinking, Elvis Costello, we grew up when football, politics and rock 'n' roll were a seamless continuum. Regularly manned the Samaritans' helpline in Swindon in recent times, but never drew attention to his innate kindness and decency. Told me three weeks ago he was ill, died on Monday aged 55. He shared nearly every up and down I ever witnessed at the CG and around the country. I'll feel orphaned the next time I visit. Sounds like a genuinely lovely guy. Condolences to you, RF, and to any family reading thisTitle: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Red Frog on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, 08:29:53 Sounds like a genuinely lovely guy. Condolences to you, RF, and to any family reading this Cheers RR. He was. Hopefully someone can keep taking his boys to the CG. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Pete on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, 15:01:17 Tom Petty. A great shame. Sad. Been listening to his stuff all day. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, October 5, 2017, 09:57:44 Gordon Banks
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, October 5, 2017, 10:10:45 Gordon Banks Is he?https://twitter.com/thegordonbanks/status/915671205893599232?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Thursday, October 5, 2017, 10:18:11 Well, that's jolly good then.
It takes an odd sort to make up stuff like that. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Thursday, October 5, 2017, 10:31:13 Well, that's jolly good then. yeah it does, not sure what they get out of it but each to their own I guess.It takes an odd sort to make up stuff like that. I only googled it as I saw 3 friends post about it on FB and there was nothing on the news at all. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Flashheart on Monday, October 16, 2017, 10:48:09 Comedian Sean Hughes.
Unless it's another of those stupid hoaxes, Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Monday, October 16, 2017, 10:51:05 Comedian Sean Hughes. No it is apparently true, I have many friends in the comedy business posting about it. He had been in hospital for a week, I only saw him live for the first time last year, only 3 months older than me ages 51. :(Unless it's another of those stupid hoaxes, Apparently he had a massive heart attack following cirrhosis of the liver. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: sonicyouth on Monday, October 16, 2017, 11:22:34 Damn. I saw he posted 'in hospital' on Twitter a week or so ago. Sad news indeed.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Posh Red on Monday, October 16, 2017, 11:46:15 For anyone that follows American sports, Kevin Cadle, apparently he was 62 which is older than I thought
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Monday, October 16, 2017, 12:12:16 Comedian Sean Hughes. :( Sean's Show and Buzzcock's were great. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Monday, October 16, 2017, 12:25:38 For anyone that follows American sports, Kevin Cadle, apparently he was 62 which is older than I thought Just heard about that - shocker. He wasn't everyone's cup of tea but I thought he was a really funny bloke with a very dry sense of humour. Very sad indeed.Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Monday, October 16, 2017, 12:38:30 Thats a real shock. Loved Seans show back in the day. Very sad.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 14:49:03 Fats Domino
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 17:09:04 Fats Domino If you'd told me he'd died in 1971 I'd have believed you ???Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Nick Bamosomi on Thursday, October 26, 2017, 10:47:18 Must admit that my first reaction was surprise at him still being alive. Mind you, lots of people thought he died during Hurricane Katrina. Saw his house on our visit to New Orleans last year.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, 17:00:44 Antonio Carluccio aged 80.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: ron dodgers on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, 17:45:45 Fats Domino love his pizzasTitle: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Saturday, November 11, 2017, 20:11:28 John Benedict Hillerman, aka Higgins from Magnum PI
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Monday, November 13, 2017, 14:11:39 Tim Gudgin, used to read the football results and couldn't day Wanderers, died at 87.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, November 13, 2017, 16:03:03 Tim Gudgin, used to read the football results and couldn't day Wanderers, died at 87. I used to like it back in the halcyon days of the 70's Granstand, when Len Martin used to do the football and Tim Gudgin used to do the rugby. I always assumed the Beeb felt Len sounded a bit too working class for the egg chasers, whereas Tim was posher so more at home with the traditional amateur rugger teams. It was a shame when rugby went professional so that the results of the classic names were no longer deemed worthy of reading out. Although one might assume that these just stopped playing.. I think many are still going as grass roots clubs. Wales.... Maesteg, Cross Keys, Aberavon, Pontypool, Pontypridd, Bridgend, Ebbw Vale, Abertillery England... Blackheath, Bedford, London Irish/Welsh/Scots, Nottingham, Coventry, Moseley, Esher, Fylde, Rosslyn Park, Plymouth Albion, Otley, Redruth Scotland... Boroughmuir, Currie, Hawick, Herroit's Former Pupils, Melrose, Watsonians, Gala, Jed-Forest, Kelso, Stewarts-Melville. The international players often came from these clubs. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Wobbly Bob on Monday, November 13, 2017, 17:56:19 I used to like it back in the halcyon days of the 70's Granstand, when Len Martin used to do the football and Tim Gudgin used to do the rugby. I always assumed the Beeb felt Len sounded a bit too working class for the egg chasers, whereas Tim was posher so more at home with the traditional amateur rugger teams. It was a shame when rugby went professional so that the results of the classic names were no longer deemed worthy of reading out. Although one might assume that these just stopped playing.. I think many are still going as grass roots clubs. Wales.... Maesteg, Cross Keys, Aberavon, Pontypool, Pontypridd, Bridgend, Ebbw Vale, Abertillery England... Blackheath, Bedford, London Irish/Welsh/Scots, Nottingham, Coventry, Moseley, Esher, Fylde, Rosslyn Park, Plymouth Albion, Otley, Redruth Scotland... Boroughmuir, Currie, Hawick, Herroit's Former Pupils, Melrose, Watsonians, Gala, Jed-Forest, Kelso, Stewarts-Melville. The international players often came from these clubs. Mention of those Scottish teams, and Hawick in particular, reminded me of the late, great Bill "and that's a reeeeel how-witz-er" McLaren. The Voice of Rugby, sadly missed. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Bedford Red on Monday, November 13, 2017, 22:17:22 I used to like it back in the halcyon days of the 70's Granstand, when Len Martin used to do the football and Tim Gudgin used to do the rugby. I always assumed the Beeb felt Len sounded a bit too working class for the egg chasers, whereas Tim was posher so more at home with the traditional amateur rugger teams. It was a shame when rugby went professional so that the results of the classic names were no longer deemed worthy of reading out. Although one might assume that these just stopped playing.. I think many are still going as grass roots clubs. Wales.... Maesteg, Cross Keys, Aberavon, Pontypool, Pontypridd, Bridgend, Ebbw Vale, Abertillery England... Blackheath, Bedford, London Irish/Welsh/Scots, Nottingham, Coventry, Moseley, Esher, Fylde, Rosslyn Park, Plymouth Albion, Otley, Redruth Scotland... Boroughmuir, Currie, Hawick, Herroit's Former Pupils, Melrose, Watsonians, Gala, Jed-Forest, Kelso, Stewarts-Melville. The international players often came from these clubs. Bedford's always been a Rugby town, they've had two go's in the top flight; and are an established Championship club. Never going to get in the top flight as 1) the stadium doesn't meet the criteria and 2) now the play-offs have been removed the team who comes down from the Premiership each year will go straight back up. When Frank Warren was in charge at Bedford in the late 90's, they could have established themselves in the top flight, but he got into an expensive court battle with Don King from memory, so couldn't put more money into the club, and even then you needed it to try to compete. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, November 13, 2017, 23:07:34 Bedford's always been a Rugby town, they've had two go's in the top flight; and are an established Championship club. Never going to get in the top flight as 1) the stadium doesn't meet the criteria and 2) now the play-offs have been removed the team who comes down from the Premiership each year will go straight back up. When Frank Warren was in charge at Bedford in the late 90's, they could have established themselves in the top flight, but he got into an expensive court battle with Don King from memory, so couldn't put more money into the club, and even then you needed it to try to compete. Interesting as Bedford are just a couple of spots behind Bristol, it shows how good they are, but I suppose it's a chasm to get up to the Premiership. I was chatting to a mate who's a Harlequin's fan about how Exeter managed it, because they were never really a traditional club as far as I can remember. He didn't know and neither do I. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ardiles on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 11:10:51 All of those English rugby clubs (I think) are still there. But some don't share the limelight with the likes of Bath, Leicester, Wasps etc. like they used to.
As for the Scottish ones, it's the Borders clubs (incl Hawick, Melrose, Gala, Jed-Forest, Kelso) that stick in my mind. Following WB's post, that was late Bill McLaren's neck of the woods - and he talks about all of those clubs with a lot of affection in his autobiography. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 11:27:21 All of those English rugby clubs (I think) are still there. But some don't share the limelight with the likes of Bath, Leicester, Wasps etc. like they used to. As for the Scottish ones, it's the Borders clubs (incl Hawick, Melrose, Gala, Jed-Forest, Kelso) that stick in my mind. Following WB's post, that was late Bill McLaren's neck of the woods - and he talks about all of those clubs with a lot of affection in his autobiography. Mate of mine moved from Witney to near Kelso a few years back, rugby is still huge around that area, and its a bloody lovely part of the Country! Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Reg Smeeton on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, 12:46:26 All of those English rugby clubs (I think) are still there. But some don't share the limelight with the likes of Bath, Leicester, Wasps etc. like they used to. As for the Scottish ones, it's the Borders clubs (incl Hawick, Melrose, Gala, Jed-Forest, Kelso) that stick in my mind. Following WB's post, that was late Bill McLaren's neck of the woods - and he talks about all of those clubs with a lot of affection in his autobiography. It's interesting how legendary old commentators like Bill, could somehow come to embody the sport, or perhaps a geographical region, just by voice tone and use of imagery. Some sports by their nature are easier to do this with particularly something like cricket which is a long game. Also longevity helps... I'd like to think it's not an age thing and there are potential greats still out there. But consider the names one associates with a sport, and they all seem to have passed or be very long in the tooth. Who has replaced Harry Carpenter for boxing. Murray Walker for F1. Peter Alliss/Henry Longhurst for golf. Eddie Waring for RL. Sid Waddell for darts. Peter O'Sullivan for GG's. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 11:32:49 Keith Barron from Duty Free.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Batch on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 11:41:05 Keith Barron from Duty Free. I used to quite enjoy watching that as a kid. No idea why. RIP KB. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that Post by: Batch on Thursday, November 16, 2017, 23:13:06 Joy Lofthouse. OK not that famous, but she and her sister joined the ATA delivering a variety of aircraft during the second world war, including the spitfire.
We had her as supply teacher a number of times , but was too interested in dossing about to talk to her about it all, though it was mentioned. kind of regretted that reading about her/the ATA in later life. she must have been full of genuine fascinating stories. blue skies. Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: OOH! SHAUN TAYLOR on Friday, November 17, 2017, 08:09:08 What an amazing story and person (Who I had never heard of). Amazing to think she never flew again after 1945 until that flight in 2015...
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-42012740 Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Ginginho on Friday, November 17, 2017, 08:43:08 What a woman, amazing story. RIP.
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Saxondale on Saturday, November 18, 2017, 13:56:44 Can we change the title of this to 'Who's snuffed it now?'
Malcom Young - AC/DC co founder and guitarist. Only 64. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Flashheart on Monday, November 20, 2017, 06:37:33 Charles Manson
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Private Fraser on Monday, November 20, 2017, 09:26:43 Jana Novotna - aged 49 (cancer) :(
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Pax Romana on Monday, November 20, 2017, 09:48:47 Manson was 83, Jana doesn't even make 50. >:(
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: RedRag on Monday, November 20, 2017, 09:53:46 used to love Jana.
she froze in a Wimbledon final and famously cried at the presentation ceremony but came back to win it on one later occasion. a dedicated serve and volleyer in an era (if I remember rightly) when baseline thumping was gaining the ascendancy. RIP Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Ells on Monday, November 20, 2017, 14:07:56 I have a letter from Charles Manson. I wouldn't like to celebrate anyone's death, but I'm quids in.
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: 4D on Monday, November 20, 2017, 14:32:23 :sherlock:
Title: Re: 8 year old thread to talk about people that have died Post by: Legends-Lounge on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, 16:32:17 What an amazing story and person (Who I had never heard of). Amazing to think she never flew again after 1945 until that flight in 2015... Any many more like her who will be lost to time.http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-42012740 Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Audrey on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, 16:52:15 I have a letter from Charles Manson. I wouldn't like to celebrate anyone's death, but I'm quids in. ‘Dear Ells,I wonder if you could pop out on my behalf and slaughter a few people. There’s a love. Yours menacingly Charlie’ Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Sir Cliff Pipehard on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, 18:55:11 Rodney Bewes RIP https://youtu.be/8HidCbV-mrc Title: Re: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: horlock07 on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, 20:26:51 Rodney Bewes RIP RIP kidda.https://youtu.be/8HidCbV-mrc Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: tans on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, 20:57:09 Mugabes political career.
Thank fuck. Horrible bastard Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: adje on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, 23:05:40 Likely Lads,required viewing
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 08:26:30 David Cassidy aged just 67.
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: adje on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 11:38:34 My wife's idol.Took her to see him once,real pro had most of the audience (mainly women of a certain age) in the palm of his hand.
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Peter Venkman on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 12:10:07 My wife's idol.Took her to see him once,real pro had most of the audience (mainly women of a certain age) in the palm of his hand. Tenna sales went through the roof ;) My cousin went to see him 4 or 5 times and apparently he was very good live, not my cup of beer though.Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 12:11:25 Likely Lads,required viewing Be interesting to see if there is any comment from Rodney Bewes co-star? Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: pauld on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 12:25:24 Be interesting to see if there is any comment from Rodney Bewes co-star? https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2017/nov/22/james-bolam-denies-feud-with-likely-lads-co-star-rodney-bewesTitle: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 12:52:26 https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2017/nov/22/james-bolam-denies-feud-with-likely-lads-co-star-rodney-bewes Rather contradicts Bewes often repeated account and appears at a time that Bewes can no longer comment either way sadly! Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Nomoreheroes on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 13:00:02 Rather contradicts Bewes often repeated account and appears at a time that Bewes can no longer comment either way sadly! But at least it is a classy response. It wouldn't be right for Bolam to slag off Bewes when he can no longer respond.The truth appears that one had lots of other work, while the other may not have and have wanted to rekindle former glories. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: horlock07 on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, 13:43:25 But at least it is a classy response. It wouldn't be right for Bolam to slag off Bewes when he can no longer respond. The truth appears that one had lots of other work, while the other may not have and have wanted to rekindle former glories. Agreed, although one could look at it alternatively that he chose to say nothing until Bewes could not respond. FWIW Bewes main gripe (which he shared with most of the rest of the cast) was not about making any more episodes but that JB vetoed any repeating of the series on terrestrial TV and thus meant that Bewes etc did not get to earn any royalties from repeats. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Ells on Thursday, November 23, 2017, 20:26:44 ‘Dear Ells, I wonder if you could pop out on my behalf and slaughter a few people. There’s a love. Yours menacingly Charlie’ :D a fraction too lucid for our Charlie! Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: pauld on Friday, November 24, 2017, 22:40:07 I have a letter from Charles Manson. I wouldn't like to celebrate anyone's death, but I'm quids in. Apparently so:https://nypost.com/2017/11/24/charles-manson-left-estate-to-longtime-pen-pal/ Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Reg Smeeton on Saturday, November 25, 2017, 01:34:19 Apparently so: https://nypost.com/2017/11/24/charles-manson-left-estate-to-longtime-pen-pal/ For a minute there I asked myself... could this mean Ells could fund STFC a bit like Les Scaldding financed Newport :hmmm: Quite excited about today, presumably most of their fans will make the effort. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Ells on Monday, November 27, 2017, 19:25:10 For a minute there I asked myself... could this mean Ells could fund STFC a bit like Les Scaldding financed Newport :hmmm: Quite excited about today, presumably most of their fans will make the effort. Only someone completely crazy would invest their fortune in a football club. .. I see your point. :) We were never pen pals or anything though. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Tails on Monday, November 27, 2017, 22:56:11 Ex Crawley manager Dermot Drummy. Swear he was linked with our job not too long ago?
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Ells on Monday, November 27, 2017, 23:00:34 Ex Crawley manager Dermot Drummy. Swear he was linked with our job not too long ago? There was speculation on here http://thetownend.com/index.php?topic=56978.0 Still, that's very sad. No age at all. RIP. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Reg Smeeton on Monday, November 27, 2017, 23:11:26 Only someone completely crazy would invest their fortune in a football club. .. I see your point. :) We were never pen pals or anything though. How about Ian Watkins :hmmm: a bit closer to home. Charles Bronson was available, but he's just got married :) Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Peter Venkman on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, 08:17:41 Ex Crawley manager Dermot Drummy. Swear he was linked with our job not too long ago? Thats awful, he was only a few years older than me, terrible for his family he was only 56 and as you state he was linked...although not strongly, to our managers job.Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Ells on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, 23:24:26 How about Ian Watkins :hmmm: a bit closer to home. Charles Bronson was available, but he's just got married :) Funnily enough I met Ian Watkins twice before his arrest. I was working in a prison he was in briefly but didn't meet him after his trial. Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: pauld on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, 10:22:09 Funnily enough I met Ian Watkins twice before his arrest. I was working in a prison he was in briefly but didn't meet him after his trial. He was in prison before his arrest? Do you not mean before his conviction?Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: tans on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, 10:25:37 The puppy if he decides to eat another hole in the sofa 😡
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Arriba on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, 12:07:35 The puppy if he decides to eat another hole in the sofa 😡 separation anxiety? If so leave your worn socks in his bed when you go outTitle: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: tans on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, 13:41:04 Attention seeking i think, he’s left with the other dog and was happy to show me his trail of destruction...
Title: Re: 'Who's snuffed it now?' Post by: Ells on Wednesday, November 29, 2017, 20:44:24 |