1940-06-19 Thrybergh, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England
Paul Shane (19 June 1940 – 16 May 2013) was an English comedian and actor known for his television work, in particular playing Ted Bovis in Hi-de-Hi!, a 1980s BBC sitcom. Shane was born George Frederick Speight in Thrybergh near Rotherham in the West Riding of Yorkshire. He was a miner at Silverwood Colliery until he slipped on soap in the pit-head baths in 1967, resulting in double herniated discs. He was pensioned from the pit at 27. Two years later he became a professional entertainer. He already had 10 years' experience as a part-time entertainer in pubs and clubs in south Yorkshire. He was married to Dorothy Shortt. He died on May 16, 2013 in Rotherham. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Hi-De-Hi!: All the Laughs & More | Self (archive footage) | 2022-03-26 |
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The Grey Mile | Terry 'the Taxman' | 2012-01-01 |
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Between Two Women | Mayor | 2004-08-31 |
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Heartlands | Zippy | 2003-04-27 |
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Two Minutes | Ernie | 1997-04-07 |
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La Passione | Papa | 1996-11-14 |
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Mr. H Is Late | 1988-02-15 | |
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Buses | Clerk | 1980-03-13 |
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Life for Christine | Mr Andrews | 1980-12-02 |
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Vampires | Georgie | 1979-01-09 |
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Afternoon Off | Alf | 1979-02-03 |
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Pit Strike | Bullivant | 1977-09-22 |
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Summer Season | Ricky Avon | 1976-11-14 |
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Keep an Eye on Albert | Moffa | 1975-11-11 |
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Sunset Across the Bay | Removal Man | 1975-02-20 |
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A Day Out | Baldring | 1972-12-24 |