Ted Robbins
Edward Michael Robbins (born 11 August 1955) is an English Comic, actor, television presenter and radio broadcaster. At present he presents a Sunday morning show on BBC Radio Lancashire.[1] He has performed as a warm-up artist for numerous pre-recorded comedy shows that have been filmed before live studio audiences including Granada Television's Wood and Walters and Birds of a Feather, provided the voiceover in Catchphrase from 1994 to 1996 and returned in Roy Walker's penultimate series in 1998 and 1999, and the BBC's Little Britain.[2] He also starred in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights (2001–02) for both series as Den Perry, the main "villain", and also the Governor in The Slammer. His most recent roles were in Benidorm in 2012 as Victor St. James. Also, Hank Zipzer in episode 8 playing Bob and Diddy TV playing Larry Bingbongberger.
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.jpg.webp) Robbins in April 2008, at the unveiling of Fred Dibnah's statue. | |
| Born | Edward Michael Robbins 11 August 1955 Liverpool, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | Liverpool University |
| Occupation | Actor, comedian, broadcaster, radio DJ, radio personality, voice-over artist, television personality |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Spouse(s) | Judy Robbins |
| Children | Jack Robbins Molly Robbins |
| Relatives | Paul McCartney (1st cousin once removed) Kate Robbins (Sister) Amy Robbins (Sister) Emily Atack (Niece) |
He guest starred as Barry Quid in Series 10 of Birds of a Feather and also in the comedy series The League of Gentlemen as Tony Cluedo, singer of Crème Brulee.
On 31 January 2015, Robbins suffered a heart attack and collapsed on stage, clutching his chest, during his solo sketch at the opening night of the Phoenix Nights Live tour at the Manchester Arena.[3] His health has improved since then and he has lost two stone.[4]
Robbins currently hosts the Friday afternoon show on BBC Radio Manchester.
In 2020 Robbins appeared on the rebooted version of Crackerjack! as one of the "Crackerjack Players.
Personal life
Robbins is an enthusiastic supporter of Rossendale RUFC, sometimes as a player but mainly to watch his son, Jack, who plays prop.[5]
Robbins is also the President of Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary in Edenfield, Lancashire.[6] Robbins is the brother of actresses Kate and Amy Robbins and a first cousin once removed of Paul McCartney. His grandfather, also named Ted, served as secretary of the Football Association of Wales between 1909 and 1946.[7]
Robbins has performed in panto at the Charter Theatre, Preston and in 2014 he performed Cinderella at the Stockport Plaza,[8] returning to play Widow Twanky in Aladdin in 2017.[9] He also performed in Cinderella at the Liverpool Empire in 2008.[10]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Calendar Girls | Fat Bike Man[11] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Kate and Ted's Show | Various Characters |
| 1988 | The Kate Robbins Show | Various Characters |
| 1995 | Chain Letters | Presenter |
| 2001–2002 | Phoenix Nights | Den Perry |
| 2003 | Little Britain | Enseable Actor and Warm up Man |
| 2006–2015 | The Slammer | The Governor |
| 2006 | Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps | Talent Scout |
| 2006–2015 | The Slammer | The Governor |
| 2008 | ChuckleVision | Beetle Fan |
| 2007 | Prank Patrol | Talent Show Judge |
| 2011 | Come Fly with Me | Drunk Pilot |
| 2011–2017 | Mount Pleasant | Terry |
| 2012 | Benidorm | Victor St. James |
| 2012 | Bad Education | Paul |
| 2012–2014 | Diddy Movies | Larry Weinsteinberger |
| 2014 | Hank Zipzer | Bob Bing |
| 2015–2016 | Coronation Street | Brendan Finch |
| 2015 | All at Sea | Santa Claus |
| 2016–present | Diddy TV | Larry Bingbongberger/Various |
| 2018 | Ackley Bridge | Ray Carter |
He also narrated the Railway Series books by Christopher Awdry for audio cassette.
References
- "BBC Lancashire programme schedule". (for 15 April 2011). BBC Radio Lancashire. Archived from the original on 15 April 2011. Retrieved 15 April 2011. – the formatting of the archived page is slightly awry, but it provides schedule snapshot as a clear reference.
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 15 March 2014. Retrieved 12 January 2013.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
- Stuart, A. "Ted Robbins collapses on stage at Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights opening", Manchester Evening News, Manchester, 31 January 2015, Retrieved 31 January 2015.
- Agius, Nicola (15 August 2015). "Coronation Street: Ted Robbins spotted filming first scenes after impressive seven stone weight-loss". Mirror.co.uk. Retrieved 3 February 2020.
- "Presenter profile: Ted Robbins". BBC Radio Lancashire. 30 June 2009. Archived from the original on 15 April 2011. Retrieved 15 April 2011.
- Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary - El Presidente, Bleakholt.org
- "Disgusting, immoral and sickening". Wrexham Evening Leader. 22 November 2004. Retrieved 5 February 2020.
- Brennan, Stuart. "Review: Cinderella @ Stockport Plaza". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 5 February 2015.
- "ALADDIN stars announced: TED ROBBINS and BRIAN CAPRON to take to The Plaza stage this festive season". Stockportplaza.co.uk. 8 March 2017. Retrieved 3 February 2020.
- "Cinderella Panto, Liverpool Empire 2008 – 12 Days Of Christmas Song". YouTube. Retrieved 23 December 2015.
- "Calendar Girls". IMDb.com. Retrieved 3 February 2020.