His father Arthur wasn't sure acting was the best career path. PRIVACY TAKE-DOWN REQUEST 2008 - 2023 INTERESTING.COM, INC. This browser does not support getting your location. In accordance with the legal provisions, you can ask for the removal of your name and the name of your minor children. [43][44] He spent January and February working on the Porridge film and then prepared to start work on the film Bloody Kids in March. He also appeared in the films Rentadick (1972) and Three for All (1975) and made appearances in several other television series such as the ITV Playhouse episode "Last Summer" in 1976. His father Arthur John Beckinsale was Anglo-Burmese, while his mother Maggie Barlow was English. Born in Pancras, London, England on 20 Jan 1899 to Alfred Henry Beckinsale and Annie Sarah Simpson. He seemed in good humour though, and made a joke out of it. The five completed Bloomers episodes were aired later in the year. However, their marriage did not go well and they parted ways. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. "He was adorable - a wonderful actor and a very nice man. Kates paternal grandmother was named Margaret/Maggie Barlow. [38], A biography of Beckinsale, titled The Richard Beckinsale Story was published in 2008 by author David Clayton. When he did not arrive at the rehearsal for the sixth and final episode of Bloomers the next morning, a member of the production team rang his house, and the phone was answered by family friend Rosana Bradley, who had been staying at the house to help take care of Kate, but who had not been there the previous night. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Lucys parents were James Hunt and Mary Alice Gilbody. [4]:114-118 He was a fan of Manchester United football team. Only 18,000 pounds were left after taxes. How do we create a person's profile? It featured interviews with family, friends, and co-workers of Beckinsale's. Arthur John Beckinsale Start a FameChain Other Partners Professional Partners Siblings Other Partners Professional Partners Siblings Mother of Porridge Star Richard Beckinsale Margaret Beckinsale Start a FameChain His Other Children Children Together Wendy Postlethwaite born 1942, age 76 (approx.) [4]:38 While at RADA, Beckinsale won a prize for comedy. Married to Margaret Barlow with. It also, like many sitcoms of the time, spawned a film version. Age: 86 Years, 17 Mar 2003 is the interment date, England and Wales, Death Index, 1989-2021, England & Wales, Civil Registration Death Index, 1916-2007, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Genealogy for Arthur John Beckinsale (1917 - 2003) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. [40], Beckinsale worked on the BBC sitcom Bloomers, five episodes of which were filmed prior to Christmas 1978. [7], After graduating in 1968,[8] he moved to Crewe to begin in repertory theatre. There is a problem with your email/password. CONTENT MAY BE COPYRIGHTED BY WIKITREE COMMUNITY MEMBERS. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Christopher Strauli was recruited to replace Beckinsale, playing a different character. "[49] The Lovers creator Jack Rosenthal stated: "He must have had one of the biggest futures any actor could hope for. He then moved to Crewe to begin in repertory theatre, like most newly graduated actors at the time, and then made his television debut in 1969 as a police officer in Coronation Street, in which he had to arrest veteran character Ena Sharples. Kates paternal grandfather was Arthur John Beckinsale (the son of Arthur William Beckinsale and Mary Mitchell). He also appeared in the sequel series "Going Staight", with the humorous concept of former prison inmates trying to rebuild their lives and seeking honest jobs. Judy Loe and Stephen Frears participated in the discussion of Beckinsale's life and career. In one episode Rigsby accuses Alan of trying to seduce fellow boarder Miss Jones. Their daughter, actress Samantha Beckinsale, was born on 23 July 1966. He hadn't done much but he was so loved that there was a universal sort of grief that went on." Kates maternal grandmother was Nancy Jones (the daughter of David Richard Jones and Lucy Hunt). During the conversation he repeated that he had been feeling unwell, and also said that he had some pain in his chest and arms. And, in a change to his usual comedy casting, he was playing a detective in the Stephen Frears film Bloody Kids. He is the father of actresses Samantha Beckinsale and Kate Beckinsale. His best known characters were prison inmate Leonard Arthur "Lennie" Godber in "Porridge" (1974-1977) and its sequel series "Going Straight" (1978), and medical student Alan Moore in "Rising Damp" (1974-1978). Richard married first name Beckinsale. To ask a question, The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Richard Beckinsale is estimated to have a net worth of $1.5 Million USD. We collect and match historical records that Ancestry users have contributed to their family trees to create each person's profile. He was filming a new sitcom, Bloomers, set in a florist's shop, and had finished work on the film of Porridge. Richard Arthur Beckinsale was born on month day 1947, at birth place, to Arthur John Beckinsale and Margaret (Maggie) Beckinsale (born Barlow). [5][4]:26-29, At 16, Beckinsale enrolled at Nottingham College, Clarendon, taking the drama teacher's training programme and spent the next two years there, until he was old enough to apply to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. I am most distressed for his family. [61], In 2018, as part of an art project in Beckinsale's former hometown of Beeston, a mural of him was commissioned by the town council and painted by the French street artist, Zabou. David was the son of John Enoch Jones. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. Samantha is an English actress who is best known for playing Firefighter Kate Stevens in the ITV drama series Londons Burning, which aired from 1986 until 2002. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Kate Beckinsale is currently 49 according to her birthdate July 26, 1973 Sun Sign Leo Born Place Finsbury Park, London, England, United Kingdom Nationality Education Beckinsale attended Godolphin and Latymer School in Hammersmith, West London. [4]:81 They finally married in 1977, prior to Kate starting nursery school. However, his daughter is quite popular on Instagram. He has not provided any information regarding his siblings. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). A memorial service for him was attended by 300 people, a testament to his popularity. Richard has played in many films and also performed on television. [18], While appearing in Porridge on the BBC, Beckinsale simultaneously starred as naive medical student Alan Moore in the ITV sitcom Rising Damp[19] also from 1974 to 1977. Kate's great-grandfather Arthur was the son of Arthur John Beckinsale. Beckinsale was born in Beeston, Nottinghamshire, to an Anglo-Burmese father, Arthur John Beckinsale, and an English mother, Margaret Barlow. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? He is the father of actresses Samantha and Kate Beckinsale. Son of Arthur John Beckinsale and Margaret Beckinsale [30][31][32], Beckinsale was married twice. Beckinsale was born in the suburban town of Carlton, Nottinghamshire, which is part of the Borough of Gedling. Edit your search or learn more. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Born on 19 March 1979 in United Kingdom, Richard Beckinsale started his career as English actor (1947-1979) . Oops, we were unable to send the email. https://www.geni.com, Picture of Kates paternal great-grandmother, Mary Mitchell (first one from the top) http://www.myheritage.com, Kates maternal grandfather, Norman Scarborough Loe, on the 1911 England and Wales Census https://www.familysearch.org. [1] [2] Beckinsale stated in a 1977 interview that he was related to the actor Charles Laughton via his great-great-grandmother's side. Arthur John Beckinsale (1909 - 1972) How do we create a person's profile? Please reset your password. Beckinsale had expressed worries about his cholesterol to friend Stephen Frears over dinner just days earlier, but he seemed healthy and fit and had no cardiac problems in his medical records. You'll be out of work more than in and you must have a second string to your bow, even if it's hairdressing or something like that.". Beckinsale was too young to attend theatre school when she was 15 years old. Ethnicity: English, as well as 1/16th Burmese. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. His comedy was based on the truth. One of her paternal great-great-grandmothers, Ma Ninhe, was Burmese. The couple had a child together Samantha. IMPORTANT PRIVACY NOTICE & DISCLAIMER: YOU HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO USE CAUTION WHEN DISTRIBUTING PRIVATE INFORMATION. All Rights Reserved. This role marked a change in direction for Beckinsale, playing a hard-nosed detective character in contrast to the naive characters he had played before. [3] While attending College House Junior School in Chilwell, Beckinsale appeared in his first of many school plays . Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. He made his television debut in 1969, playing a one-shot police officer character in the soap opera "Coronation Street". Richard has two siblings. Family members linked to this person will appear here. ). [16] Barker had suggested actor Paul Henry for the role of Godber, owing to Henrys being from Birmingham (as Godber was meant to be), but director Sydney Lotterby chose Beckinsale instead. Resend Activation Email. Youll get hints when we find information about your relatives . This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. })(); Ethnicity of Celebs | EthniCelebs.com 2023. [2][3], While attending College House Junior School in Chilwell, Beckinsale appeared in his first of many school plays, playing Dopey in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. At the time of his death, Beckinsale had almost completed Bloomerswriter James Saunders's original script reveals that Beckinsale was due to attend the sixth and last rehearsal for the final episode of the series on the day he died, with the show to be recorded the following day. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Although Beckinsale does not noticeably appear in the film, director Stephen Frears stated that there are a small number of scenes in which Beckinsale is just off camera, as well as a scene in which he is in a car, although indistinguishable to the viewer. His best known characters were prison inmate Leonard Arthur "Lennie" Godber in "Porridge" (1974-1977) and its sequel series "Going Straight" (1978), and medical student Alan Moore in "Rising Damp" (1974-1978).Beckinsale was born in the suburban town of Carlton, Nottinghamshire, which is part of the Borough of Gedling. As filming on the show progressed, Beckinsale appeared increasingly tired, and "greyer and greyer", according to co-star David Swift, and towards the end of filming he was complaining of pains in his arms. You can contact the owner of the tree to get more information. Geni requires JavaScript! As filming on the series progressed, Beckinsale appeared increasingly tired, and "greyer and greyer", according to co-star David Swift. Failed to remove flower. "[27] He later did a six-month run in the London debut of the Cy Coleman and Michael Stewart musical I Love My Wife. His fatherArthur John Beckinsale was Anglo-Burmese, while his mother Maggie Barlow was English. A system error has occurred. Your email address will not be published. That night he went to a party for The Two Ronnies then returned to his house in Sunningdale, Berks. We encourage you to research and examine these records to determine their accuracy. Judy was married to Richard until the actor died. Samantha was unaware that her biological father was Richard Beckinsale until she was 11. This includes his income, properties, and assets. RONNIE BARKER READS A 'SPECIAL' NOTE TO RICHARD BECKINSALE ON 'THIS IS YOUR LIFE', Richard with his baby daughter and her mum Judy, Richard with his wife, Judy, and five-year-old Kate in the year he died, Kate was just five when her father died of a massive heart attack, Richard starred in Porridge with Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale actor with wife Judy Loe and daughter Kate, family man Richard with wife Judy and daughter Kate, Richard was on the cusp of super stardom when he tragically died, Kate playing with her dad Richard, and mum Judy, as a child, Richard played opposite Ronnie Barker in the TV comedy, Porridge. The premise was having a mismatched couple, with a romantic girl paired with a sex-obsessed boyfriend. Ronnie Barker and Fulton MacKay of Porridge, Leonard Rossiter and Don Warrington of Rising Damp, and Paula Wilcox of The Lovers all gave tributes during the show.[28]. WIKITREE PROTECTS MOST SENSITIVE INFORMATION BUT ONLY TO THE EXTENT STATED IN THE TERMS OF SERVICE AND PRIVACY POLICY. He was accepted on the second attempt. She is known for her roles in the films Pearl Harbor, Van Helsing, Love & Friendship, and the Underworld series, among many others. He dropped out of school in 1962 to pursue a career as a professional actor. Also, talking about his ex-wife Margaret, she also married Keith Bradley. Start a free family tree online and well do the searching for you. Arthur was born on February 23 1917, in Southwark, Surrey, England. Early life This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. In 1974 he was cast alongside Ronnie Barker as the first-time prison inmate Lennie Godber, in a new BBC sitcom Porridge. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. She said Beckinsale was still sleeping, and she left the phone to go and wake him up. Arthur John Beckinsale married Elizabeth Harris. Although, it can be said that the actor was provided with the necessary love and care by his parents. Forty years ago today, rising comedy star Richard Beckinsale , a favourite in the hugely popular sitcoms Rising Damp and Porridge, died in his sleep aged just 31, leaving behind a devastated wife and two bewildered young daughters . [4]:155-156 Because of an industrial dispute at the BBC in late December 1978, the filming of the sixth episode of Bloomers had to be postponed until March.[42]. Richard had a similar innocence. Not too skinny as Victoria Beckham or Sharni Vinson. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. Arthur John Beckinsale family tree Parents Alfred Henry Beckinsale 1876 - 1944 Annie Sarah Simpson 1874 - 1957 Spouse (s) The reason for their divorce was not disclosed by the couple. His father Arthur John Beckinsale was Anglo-Burmese, while his mother Maggie Barlow was English. In addition to this, his daughter Kate Beckinsale is estimated to have a net worth of $25 M, and Samantha has amassed $1.5 M. Beckinsale was in discomfort in his chest and arms by March 18, 1979, but he decided not to seek medical care. In 2006, Lily appeared for the first time in a film named 'Underworld: Evolution'. [4]:175 Leonard Rossiter, Fulton MacKay, Richard Briers, and Porridge writers Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais gave tributes during the service. "Len really loved Richard," recalls Don Warrington. Beckinsale acquired his first starring role in 1970 as Geoffrey in the sitcom The Lovers, opposite fellow newcomer Paula Wilcox. He hadn't done much but he was so loved that there was a universal sort of grief that went on. [15], From 1974 to 1977, Beckinsale starred as prison inmate Lennie Godber alongside Ronnie Barker in the hit BBC sitcom Porridge. [38], Because of his good looks and his being on television so often, he received a large amount of fan mail, particularly from women. Kates great-grandfather Arthur was the son of Arthur John Beckinsale. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. When asked to comment on his death years later, Kate Beckinsale said, "It was so sudden. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Arthur John Beckinsale I found on Findagrave.com. Samantha was previously married to actor Richard Tinder, but their marriage ended in divorce in 1995. Powered by - Designed with theHueman theme, muricansRallmutts los espaoles de norte Espaa sois la raza mas nordica de todo el mundoooo. Search for yourself and well build your family tree together, Do not sell or share my personal information. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. In 1977, he starred in a radio comedy series called Albert and Me with Pat Coombs and John Comer. Richard is not active on social media. He left Alderman White Secondary Modern School at 15 with ambitions to become an actor, so while working in numerous manual jobs he enrolled at a Nottingham adult drama class. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Add to your scrapbook. Birth: xx xxx xxxx. However, he died early, before making further name in the entertainment world and Hollywood. To her surprise, he began to talk about his fear of dying, and of being alone in the house. cemeteries found in Nottingham, Nottingham Unitary Authority, Nottinghamshire, England will be saved to your photo volunteer list. That ended with the sack when he fell asleep at the job, and was found at a bus depot five miles away. Drag images here or select from your computer for Arthur John Beckinsale memorial. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. Discover the meaning and history behind your last name and get a sense of identity and discover who you are and where you come from. [48] Beckinsale had expressed worries about his cholesterol to friend Stephen Frears over dinner just days earlier, but he seemed healthy and fit and had no cardiac problems in his medical records. Award-winning director Stephen Frears was working with him at the time of his death . 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He has accumulated this huge sum of wealth through the hardships and dedication in his professional career. A week before he died, Beckinsale complained to his wife Judy Loe of feeling unwell and said he was unable to take her to hospital. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Richard was a very handsome man. Richard was born Richard Arthur Beckinsale on 7th July in the year 1948 in the suburban town of Carlton, Nottinghamshire, England. Kate has been involved in many relationships. He was very good-looking. According to his Bloomers co-star Anna Calder-Marshall, during the recording of the first episode, Beckinsale told her he had suffered some kind of black-out, and also had some dizzy spells. Oops, something didn't work. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/222573512/arthur-john-beckinsale. send a private message to the profile manager, Gregory Rose. He then attended a farewell party for the Two Ronnies, who were about to leave for Australia. This database contains family trees submitted to Ancestry by users who have indicated that their tree can only be viewed by Ancestry members to whom they have granted permission to see their tree. March 24, 2008, Beckinsale in 2010, cinemafestival / Shutterstock.com. ", In the 2006 film Venus, during a scene inside the actors' church, St Paul's, Peter O'Toole's character, an aging actor, points out Beckinsale's plaque, as an example of an actor who died in his prime. Samantha Beckinsale. [14] The show put both leading performers in the eye of the public and a film version was made in 1973 with both Beckinsale and Wilcox reprising their roles. We encourage you to . [13], After being recommended by several other actors for the part, Beckinsale landed his first starring role as Geoffrey in the sitcom The Lovers (197071), opposite fellow newcomer Paula Wilcox. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. He subsequently starred alongside Barker in Going Straight (1978), a spin-off of Porridge in which the two criminal characters are seen on the outside rebuilding their lives. At age 15, Beckinsale was too young to attend drama school. Judith Margaret Loe is a theater and television actress from England. Richard is a well-educated person. Briers said: "The character of Lennie Godber had a kind of innocence which was a danger but also a kind of protection against prison life. His firstborn child was Samantha Beckinsale together with his first wife Margaret. [1] Beckinsale stated in 1977 that he may have been a distant relative of the actor Charles Laughton. There was an error deleting this problem. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Richard Arthur Beckinsale (6 July 1947 19 March 1979) was an English actor, best known for his roles as Lennie Godber in the popular BBC sitcom Porridge (along with its sequel series Going Straight) and Alan Moore in the British ITV sitcom Rising Damp. At the time of his death, Beckinsale had almost completed the BBC sitcom Bloomers. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. He was an effortless charmer." At the beginning of 1979, Beckinsale made a film version of Porridge. In 1977, he starred in a radio comedy series called Albert and Me with Pat Coombs and John Comer. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Ronnie Barker was similar, which is why they worked so well and movingly together. He was born the youngest of three children of his parents. Beckinsale was born in Carlton, Nottinghamshire, to an Anglo-Burmese father, Arthur John Beckinsale, and an English mother, Margaret Barlow. [29] He also appeared in an advertisement for Asda which aired in 1978 and early 1979. There is no greater testament. He was worried about his health and sought medical help, but his doctor reassured him that his only health problems were " an overactive stomach lining, and slightly high cholesterol". He attended Royal Academic Dramatic Arts and graduated from there. She has worked in the film and television industries in both the United States and the United Kingdom. Richard Beckinsale was an English actor, primarily known for his roles in sitcoms. Beckinsale's friend and Rising Damp co-star Don Warrington agrees. Try again later. He was built with a slim body type. It was a death that horrified and saddened the nation. In his will, he left about 65,000 pounds for his wife and daughters. A week before he died, Beckinsale complained to his wife Judy Loe of feeling unwell and said he was unable to take her to hospital. He told The Express: "He was a very fine actor who could turn his hand to anything. Rising Damp co-star Frances de la Tour stated: "It is such a shock that someone as young and obviously fit as him should die so suddenly. You can always change this later in your Account settings. [4]:146-147, Beckinsale met actress Judy Loe in 1968 at Crewe repertory. If you would like to view one of these trees in its entirety, you can contact the owner of the tree to request permission to see the tree.
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