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![]() Max Bygraves was born on October 16, 1922 in Rotherhithe, London, England, UK. He was an actor and writer, known for Look Who's Talking (1989), Charley Moon (1956) and Spare the Rod (1961). He was previously married to Blossom Murray. He died on August 31, 2012 in Hope Island, Queensland, Australia.
Bio:
Max Bygraves was born on October 16, 1922 in Rotherhithe, London, England, UK. He was an actor and writer, known for Look Who's Talking (1989), Charley Moon (1956) and Spare the Rod (1961). He was previously married to Blossom Murray. He died on August 31, 2012 in Hope Island, Queensland, Australia.
Tivia:
He bought the rights to the score of an unknown musical. The musical was Lionel Bart's "Oliver!", and Bygraves made a fortune.He appeared at the London Palladium with Judy Garland in the early 1950s. She was so impressed that she took him back to New York with her. Bygraves performed on Broadway for five months.After World War II, he appeared on stage with Benny Hill, Harry Secombe, Spike Milligan, and Frankie Howerd.He was initially trained as a carpenter.He was in the RAF during the war, stationed at Hornchurch, Essex, UK. His wife, Blossom, was in the WAF, also stationed at Hornchurch.Children with Blossom: daughters Christine and Maxine, son Anthony Bygraves.He grew up in a two-room flat with his parents, a grandparent, and five siblings. His father was a boxer in London's East End.Living on Queensland's Gold Coast in Australia; recently returning to England for performances. (September 2006)Adopted the nickname Max when in the forces in tribute to his hero, comedian 'Max Miller'.He was awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 1983 Queen's New Year Honours List for his services to entertainment.When he was in the RAF comedian Max Wall was his drill corporal, Norrie Parramor played the piano at camp concerts.He's written a number of songs including You Need Hands.He met his wife Blossom when they were in the RAF.His pianist was Bob Dixon who'd been with him since 1951.He was a carpenter in the RAF.As a child he would spend his pocket money going to the music hall then imitate the entertainers to his family when he got home.,. |
| Name: |
Max Bygraves |
Type: |
Actor,Writer,Music Department (IMDB) |
| Area: |
All World |
Platform: |
IMDB |
| Category: |
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Business scope: |
Actor,Writer,Music Department |
| Products for sale: |
Actor,Writer,Music Department |
| Last update: |
2024-07-02 10:00:53 |
| Height: |
6' 1?' (1.87 m) |
| Biography: |
Max Bygraves was born on October 16, 1922 in Rotherhithe, London, England, UK. He was an actor and writer, known for Look Who\'s Talking (1989), Charley Moon (1956) and Spare the Rod (1961). He was previously married to Blossom Murray. He died on Aug |
| Trivia: |
He bought the rights to the score of an unknown musical. The musical was Lionel Bart's "Oliver!", and Bygraves made a fortune.He appeared at the London Palladium with Judy Garland in the early 1950s. She was so impressed that she took him back to New York with her. Bygraves performed on Broadway for five months.After World War II, he appeared on stage with Benny Hill, Harry Secombe, Spike Milligan, and Frankie Howerd.He was initially trained as a carpenter.He was in the RAF during the war, stationed at Hornchurch, Essex, UK. His wife, Blossom, was in the WAF, also stationed at Hornchurch.Children with Blossom: daughters Christine and Maxine, son Anthony Bygraves.He grew up in a two-room flat with his parents, a grandparent, and five siblings. His father was a boxer in London's East End.Living on Queensland's Gold Coast in Australia; recently returning to England for performances. (September 2006)Adopted the nickname Max when in the forces in tribute to his hero, comedian 'Max Miller'.He was awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 1983 Queen's New Year Honours List for his services to entertainment.When he was in the RAF comedian Max Wall was his drill corporal, Norrie Parramor played the piano at camp concerts.He's written a number of songs including You Need Hands.He met his wife Blossom when they were in the RAF.His pianist was Bob Dixon who'd been with him since 1951.He was a carpenter in the RAF.As a child he would spend his pocket money going to the music hall then imitate the entertainers to his family when he got home.,. |
| Trademarks: |
Catch-phrase: "I wanna tell you a story." |
| Quotes: |
I've arrived, and to prove it, I'm here. |
| Job title: |
Actor,Writer,Music Department |
| Others works: |
(1956) He performed in the show, "Max Bygraves: Meet Me On The Corner," at the London Hippodrome in London, England with Channing Pollock, Latona, Graham & Chadel, Katharine Feather, Winters & Fielding, Louie Ramsay, and Toni Palmer in the cast. |
| Spouse: |
Blossom Murray (September 12, 1942 - May 7, 2011) (her death, 3 children) |
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