Remembering Tim Brook-Taylor: Who was the beloved star of 'The Goodies'?

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The thread discusses the life and legacy of Tim Brook-Taylor, a British comedian best known for his role in the TV series "The Goodies." Participants share personal reflections, memories of his work, and some biographical details.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses sadness over Tim Brook-Taylor's passing due to COVID-19 and recalls enjoying "The Goodies" as a child.
  • Another participant shares a video of Brook-Taylor's comedic antics, noting their regret at not having seen these comedies before.
  • A different participant mentions recognizing Brook-Taylor from his role in "Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory," indicating a broader appreciation of his work.
  • One post highlights Brook-Taylor's academic role as rector of St Andrews University from 1979 to 1982, adding a different dimension to his legacy.

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Participants generally share a sense of loss and appreciation for Tim Brook-Taylor's contributions, but there are no explicit disagreements or competing views presented in the discussion.

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Some contributions reflect personal memories and experiences rather than detailed analysis of his work or impact.

Who May Find This Useful

Fans of British comedy, viewers of "The Goodies," and those interested in the cultural impact of television personalities may find this discussion relevant.

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Sad to see on the news the morning that the wonderful British comedian
has passed away over night because of corona virus
Tim was 79 and was best known for his work on the TV series "The Goodies"

https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-...ies-star-leaves-a-legacy-even-without-repeats

Used to love watching the show when I was a kidDave
 
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Following that video is another one:



with more of his antics. Its sad I never got to see these comedies.
 
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It turns out upon watching the tribute video, I did see him in the original Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory with Gene Wilder.
 
On an academic note, Tim Brook-Taylor served as rector of St Andrews University from 1979-82.
 
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