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This category houses both professional and fan pages devoted to the English comic actor and writer Ronnie Barker.

Born 25 September 1929 in Bedford, Bedfordshire, England, UK.

Died 3 October 2005 in Adderbury, Oxfordshire, England, UK.

Television acting credits include 'Porridge', 'Open All Hours' and 'The Two Ronnies'.

Writing credits (as Gerald Wiley, Bob Ferris or Jonathon Cobbald) include 'The Two Ronnies', 'Clarence', 'His Lordship Entertains' and 'Futtocks End'.

Recipient of four BAFTA awards for his performances in 'The Two Ronnies', 'Porridge' and 'Going Straight'. Awarded the OBE in 1978.

Resources in This Category

• BBC News: Abbey Memorial for Ronnie Barker

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/4769132.stm
  Reports the details of a commemorative service held for the performer at Westminster Abbey. With video clips of tributes from fellow actors and writers.

• BBC News: Barker's Back to Give His Daughter a Break

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/158132.stm
  'Veteran funny man Ronnie Barker writes his first play in an attempt to help the career of his struggling actress daughter.'

• BBC News: Family Funeral for Ronnie Barker

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/4338658.stm
  'Comedy legend Ronnie Barker is cremated at a funeral attended by about 20 family members and close friends.'

• BBC News: In Pictures: Ronnie Barker

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_pictures/4307584.stm
  A collection of 10 images from the comedian's career.

• BBC News: Obituary: Ronnie Barker

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/473779.stm
  Examination of his life and work. With video clips of memorable sketches.

• BBC News: Porridge Star Gives Prison Advice

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/3247914.stm
  'Porridge star Ronnie Barker records messages for new prison inmates giving advice on life inside.'

• BBC News: Ronnie Barker's Best Lines

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/4307540.stm
  Fans select their favorite moments from the performer's repertoire.

• BBC News: Who was Gerald Wiley?

  http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/4311356.stm
  Explores the writing work undertaken by the performer using this particular pseudonym.

• Chortle: Ronnie Barker

  http://www.chortle.co.uk/comics/r/226/ronnie_barker
  Biography, user comments, and related articles.

• Guardian: Ronnie Barker

  http://www.theguardian.com/arts/pictures/0,,1584544,00.html
  Offers a selection of photographs with a list of prominent career highlights.

• Guardian: Ronnie Barker Obituary

  http://www.theguardian.com/media/2005/oct/04/broadcasting.guardianobituaries
  Article offering an overview of his life and work.

• IMDb: Ronnie Barker

  http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0054985/
  Complete filmography, with a biography, trivia, details of awards and nominations, a message board and links.

• Screenonline: Ronnie Barker

  http://www.screenonline.org.uk/people/id/462765/index.html
  Biographical article, with links to related material.

• Television Heaven: A Tribute to Ronnie Barker

  http://www.televisionheaven.co.uk/ronnie_barker.htm
  Review of his work, with pictures.

• Wikipedia: Ronnie Barker

  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronnie_Barker
  Article offering a biography, career overview, photographs, links and suggested further reading.

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