Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox. Nicholas Lyndhurst's wife Lucy has shared a series of throwback photos in honour of the actor's 60th birthday. 'He has always kept himself to himself and now he'll do that more than ever. In Only Fools, Raquel gives birth to Damien, Del's only son, and this was pretty late in his life too - he was 51 at the time of the episode's release. Archie died in his sleep at home in September last year and in January this year Lucy spoke out to reveal he had an intracerebral haemorrhage caused by acute lymphoblastic lymphoma/leukaemia - an incredibly rare condition which kills about 800 people a year. Archie also appeared in Jack Whitehalls Bad Education series and voiced a character in the video game Final Fantasy XIV: Heavensward. Like this story? The latest updates, reviews and unmissable series to watch and more! My heart aches all day and every day thinking about you and I just wish I could talk to you just one more time so you could know how much I loved you. In a statement released tonight, theOnly Fools starsaid: Lucy and I are utterly grief stricken and respectfully request privacy. He began his career as a child actor and became best known for his role as Rodney Trotter in the sitcom Only Fools and Horses (19812003). I wanted my Phil to walk me down the aisle; Mum of tragic soldier tells of final e-mail. To have him as our son has been nothing but an utter joy and honour. Terms of use | 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. As well as hilarious, he was a generous, kind-hearted young man who we had the honour to work with on the show for seven years. Little do they know, theres more to the mystery surrounding Hollys mother than they're currently aware of Shes been sectioned to a secure mental health hospital. But there's more to Dan's gloom than meets the eye Nicholas explained: Dans finding it really difficult to let Holly go. Archie was and remains our absolute world. He was the beautiful extraordinary human being we have ever known. Longtime friend and writer Laurence Marks said the actor - who shot to fame asRodney Trotter in Only Fools- was unlikely to ever return to the spotlight. Nicholas Lyndhurst was intent on being an actor as a child although after graduating from drama . ", She studies English and Drama at Kent University and reports that it was exceptionally difficult to find a course that would suit her needs: "I applied to over 13 different universities. "I think society is very uncomfortable with the notion of disability and relationships in general. His father, speaking on behalf of himself and his wife the former ballet dancer Lucy Smith said in a statement: Lucy and I are utterly grief stricken and respectfully request privacy., The 19-year-old, who was best known for starring as Ollie Coulton in the comedy show So Awkward, was described by CBBCs head of content, Cheryl Taylor, as such a talented young actor. Archie Lyndhurst with his father Nicholas and mother Lucy Smith in 2017. . The teenstarred in So Awkward as Ollie Coulton and also appeared as a young Jack Whitehall in the BBC's Bad Education in 2014. It must have broken his heart. Privacy policy | She also shared an image of three candles burning with the words 'big love Archie' written across the sides of them. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Nicholas Lyndhurst, now 59, is most famous for playing hapless Rodney in the dysfunctional Trotter family in Only Fools and Horses. David and wife Gill, who is 20 years younger than her husband, have lived a private life away from acting, as has his daughter Sophie Mae. The trio band together and organise a number of nights out for their anti-social co-worker to try to cheer him up, including bowling, a pub quiz and a pedibus around London! The actor, who also appeared in Goodnight Sweetheart, had never spoken of his relationship with Lucy, whose parents still live in the town. ", Speaking about the awful loss at the time, CBBC's head of content Cheryl Taylor said: "He will be greatly missed by us all and our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends at this time.". So now I have two months at least between projects.". Archie Lyndhurst at the National Film Awards in 2017. MyLondon's brilliant newsletter The 12 is absolutely jam packed with all the latest to keep you keep you entertained, informed and uplifted. 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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. "I wasn't having any of that," he once said of the terrible treatment. Even now, I'll say, 'Where's the warfling? Nicholas Lyndhurst and Kelsey Grammer starred on stage in 2019 alongside Cassidy Janson and Danielle De Niese . celebrations the happiest pictures every day. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. All rights reserved. The actor born in Edmonton is famous for his roles in Only Fools and Horses, Open All Hours and A Touch of Frost. The CBBC actor Archie Lyndhurst, the son of the Only Fools and Horses star Nicholas Lyndhurst, has died after a short illness. Screen star:The teen starred in So Awkward as Ollie Coulton (pictured) and also appeared as a young Jack Whitehall in the BBC's Bad Education in 2014. Whitehall wrote a tribute on Instagram, saying he will never be forgotten. Here's why she's one to watch. As well as active involvement in the WTW familys social media accounts, she has been known to get chatty on the red carpet and wander into the odd podcast. Watch: Only Fools and Horses star David Jason discusses his career highlights He continues to constantly receive offers.'. The couple were married in 1999 in a small ceremony in Chichester, West Sussex, and shortly after they welcomed their only son Archie. Its the perfect lunchtime read. All my love L XxX. . Dog the Bounty Hunter's daughter . What happened between S Club 7 stars Paul Cattermole and Hannah Spearritt? Archietragically died on 22 September. In 2020, Lyndhurst suffered a devastating. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. They reprised their roles for a special Sport Relief sketch in 2014 . The actor played the character Mickey, who was a friend of the Trotter brothers Rodney and Del Boy, in several episodes of the much-loved sitcom between 1983 and 2003. Goodnight Sweetheart. All rights reserved. You still had so much life to live and Id give anything for you to keep on living it. MORE:Nicholas Lyndhurst breaks silence following death of 19-year-old son Archie Lyndhurst, MORE:Nicholas Lyndhurst's son Archie dies aged 19, Speaking in a statement released shortly after his passing, Nicholas and his wife Lucy said: "Lucy and I are utterly grief stricken and respectfully request privacy.". The tennis legend debuts her new baby bump as she and husband Alexis Ex factor! The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. 20-year-old actress Storme Toolis appears as Nicholas Lyndhurst's on-screen daughter Holly Griffin in the long-running BBC1 drama New Tricks, the new series of which started last night. Archie Lyndhurst came in to my life nearly 10 years ago, playing the young me in a short film Id written, he said. "I never thought this would be part of our story but I will be forever grateful for every moment we all had together. What happened between S Club 7 stars Paul Cattermole and Hannah Spearritt? The results from a second post mortem carried out shortly before Christmas informed Lucy and Nicholas that their son suffered an intracerebral haemorrhage which was caused by acute lymphoblastic lymphoma. 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The pain of our loss is beyond anything we have ever felt before, and wouldnt wish upon anyone. 'Devil's Disciple' serial killer, 70, who was jailed for killing three people and admitting to eight murders Supermarkets pull THOUSANDS of Cadbury dessert products over food poisoning fears. Archies father appeared in an episode in 2019. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Archie began his acting career at the Sylvia Young Theatre School at the age of 10. In 1986, Lyndhurst had a minor part in the film Gunbus/SkyBandits. Nicholas Lyndhurst was just 23 at the time and was particularly upset. [1] He won a BAFTA for his acting in the adverts. The condition is extremely rare. 'Who would have thought that the silence in a home could be so deafening. ", Production company Channel X North also released a statement which read: "He was an incredibly talented performer and his contribution to So Awkward, on and off-screen, will not be forgotten. Tragically, the actor took a step back after his son Archie was killed by a brain . The teenager passed away after a short illness, and Lucy wrote that they are still waiting for answers about how he died. Sophie Mae turned 21 less than a month ago but despite this, David still acts very cutely with his daughter. He will be greatly missed by us all and our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends at this time.. Nicholas Simon Lyndhurst was born on April 20, 1961 (age 61 years) in Emsworth, Hampshire, United Kingdom. He starred in the comedy-drama series Rock & Chips (20102011) and co-starred in the procedural crime drama series New Tricks (20132015). 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', and my wife will say, 'Oh, she's gone out.'". "Most disabled actors get cast in the role of a victim: the victim of an accident or a car crash or as a hospital patient," she is reported to have said. Her character is young, feisty, opinionated and confident. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. For many who didn't know, David and his wife Gill Hinchcliffe have a daughter in real life. The look of love! A fantastic but simple idea with lots of permeatations as to where the story could lead. The couple, who were often frequently pictured together on the red carpet, had not been seen at events since the passing of their beloved son. 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The CBBC actor Archie Lyndhurst, the son of the Only Fools and Horses star Nicholas Lyndhurst, has died after a short illness. 'Only Fools and Horses' actress Kate Saunders has died aged 62. the daughter of former Bristol City footballer and Bristol Rovers coach Alan Walsh . Though he cuts a. For webmasters |. It's 1962, seventeen years after Gary got stuck in 1945, and he now has the chance to be at his own birth. New Tricks (opens in new tab) Nicholas Lyndhurst reveals retired DCI Dan Griffin is suffering a serious case of the empty nest blues on Monday. [10] Make sure you never miss a story! Some of them you got to the lectures and you can't even get into the halls.". [10] At around the same time, he was the face and voice on the TV and radio commercials for the telecommunications chain Peoples Phone. Sign up to our newsletter to get all of our celebrity, royal and lifestyle news delivered directly to your inbox. She's got a right Lotte cheek with tantrums, feisty remarks and bossing her brothers about. Former ballet dancer Lucy and actor Nicholas met in 1992, after she saw him perform twice in the West End show Straight and Narrow. ", News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. What happened between S Club 7 stars Paul Cattermole and Hannah Spearritt? Earlier this week, Nicholas denied he had stepped back from acting following the death of his son, as his representative insisted he is stil getting work offers. 27 Jul 2017 BBC In 1993, Only Fools and Horses star Nicholas Lyndhurst found himself another popular sitcom, but this time, he couldn't be further away from Peckham. Archie passed away in September at the young age of 19. [3][4] He attended East Wittering Primary School. I got picked up from there and that's how that happened. In real life, Nicholas was a devoted family man and dad. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Archie's girlfriend Nethra Tilakumara wrote: "Adore you both, the absolute best.". Lucy shared a picture of Archie standing against a background of clouds as well as one with the words 'big love' illuminated in the middle of a wicker heart outside. The circumstances of his death are said to be non-suspicious and an inquest will be held next week. Lyndhurst won two National Television Awards for his role in Goodnight Sweetheart, as well as being nominated for a British Comedy Award and three British Academy Television Awards for his role in Only Fools and Horses. Gill gave birth to the couple's daughter, Sophie Mae, in February 2001 when the actor was 61. . He has always kept himself to himself and now hell do that more than ever. The Only Fools And Horses actor . He added that his wife, Gill, persuaded him to take breaks between work to spend more time with his daughter. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. David Jason is undoubtedly a legend of our TV screens. BANG Showbiz. Lyndhurst's parents separated when he was young, reuniting and separating permanently later on; Joe Lyndhurst had an affair and started a family with another woman by the time Lyndhurst was eight, leaving Lyndhurst and his mother "poverty-stricken". Nicholas Lyndhurst arrived in episode five of series 10 as Danny Griffin, a recently retired officer with experience in both Murder Squad and the Diplomatic Protection Group. Lyndhurst has a connection to Grammer as the two starred in a London production of Man of La Mancha in 2019. Make sure you never miss a ROYAL story! His parents met at the holiday camp run on the farm owned by Lyndhurst's grandfather, Francis Lyndhurst, a theatrical scenery painter and film director, who set up an early film studio at Shoreham Fort, Shoreham-by-Sea. Read more: Kelsey Grammer: Nicholas Lyndhurst is 'gifted' at getting laughs. 'Wish Me Luck' Nicholas Lyndhurst Dervla Kirwan When do we want it? David and Nicholas as Del Boy and Rodney in the sitcom Only Fools and Horses ran for seven series from 1981 until December 2003. In January this year, Lucy revealed that her only son with husband Nicholas had died in his sleep at his west London home after suffering a brain haemorrhage. Police and ambulance were called to a report of a concern for welfare and he was declared dead at the scene. However, a representative for Nicholas told MailOnline: 'It is complete nonsense that Nicholas Lyndhurst is retired or retiring. Copyright 1999 Gale, Cengage Learning. Nicholas Lyndhurst 's wife Lucy has shared a series of throwback photos in honour of the actor's 60th birthday. Lucy has been active on social media . It would break anyones heart. The Only Fools And Horses star and his wife were left heartbroken when their 19-year-old son Archie died from a brain haemorrhage in September 2020. A BALLERINA from Nuneaton has married television star Nicholas Lyndhurst in a secret ceremony. "I was told by the female department, You must stop this, youre not spending enough time at home with your small child.' He also had major roles in other sitcoms including Goodnight Sweetheart (19931999, 2016) (as Gary Sparrow), Going Straight (1978), Butterflies (19781983), The Two of Us (19861990), The Piglet Files (19901992) and After You've Gone (20072008). ", He added: New Tricks has lasted as long as it has because theres a human understanding to whittle out," he says. We miss you every second of everyday. He began his career as a child actor and became best known for his role as Rodney Trotter in the sitcom Only Fools and Horses (1981-2003). Only Fools and Horses star Nicholas, 60, and his wife Lucy were left devastated when Archie died at the age of 19 in 2020 from a brain haemorrhage. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Speaking to the Mail on Sunday last year, Nicholas opened up about his and David's friendship, and how they often . "My father used to say, 'What the hell are you listening to? ", Lucy shared these throwback snaps on her husband Nicholas' 60th birthday, Friends of the family were quick to comfort the grieving mum, with actress Amanda Abbington writing: "Sending you so much love and happy birthday wonderful Nick. ONLY Fools and Horses star Nicholas Lyndhurst was left heartbroken after the tragic death of his teenage son Archie. The 83-year-old Only Fools and Horses star is now making up for lost. 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Xx." Archie Lyndhurst's mother, Lucy Smith, has said that her 19-year-old son - who she shared with Only Fools and Horses star Nicholas Lyndhurst passed away at his west London home while he slept after suffering a brain haemorrhage. Speaking on the Channel 5 special documentary We Love Only Fools and Horses, Director Tony Dow explained: "It was a tricky . Nicholas Lyndhurst, 60, was nominated for a British Comedy Award and three BAFTAs for his portrayal of Rodney. Cast Main Cast. MORE: Nicholas Lyndhurst breaks silence following death of 19-year-old son Archie Lyndhurst The teenager passed away after a short illness, and Lucy wrote that they are still waiting for. [1] In 1999, he played the villainous Uriah Heep opposite Daniel Radcliffe and Dame Maggie Smith in David Copperfield. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Speaking about the awful loss, CBBC's head of content Cheryl Taylor said: "He will be greatly missed by us all and our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends at this time. Frasier, which ran on NBC for 11 seasons between 1993 and 2004, is expected .
