Name That Tune and Gambit comedian Tom O'Connor has died
The TV presenter and actor, who was best known for presenting shows such as Gambit and Name That Tune, has passed away, it was confirmed today.O’Connor was one of the most popular faces on British TV during the 1970s and 80sO’Connor was born in Bootle, Lancs in 1939 before moving to Twickenham, West London for University.
He worked as a maths and music teacher at the St Joan of Arc School in Bootle and would appear as a comedian in working men’s clubs in the evening. His big break on TV came when he appeared on The Comedians, which gave a platform to stand-up comedians working the club circuit.He was host of some iconic shows including Name that Tune, Wednesday at 8, the Tom O'Connor Show, Gambit and Crosswits among others.Most read in Showbiz
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