Dennis Waterman: Minder

2022 - 5 - 8

Dennis Waterman

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Dennis Waterman, star of Minder and The Sweeney, has died at the ... (Sky News)

Confirming his death, his agent said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain." ...

It was The Sweeney that made Waterman a household name. League Of Gentleman actor Reece Shearsmith said: "RIP Dennis Waterman. When I worked with him on 'New Tricks' he made me the best cups of tea. Dennis Waterman, the veteran actor known for shows such as Minder and The Sweeney, has died at the age of 74.

Dennis Waterman, Minder and New Tricks star, dies aged 74 (The Guardian)

Actor known for his roles in TV shows Minder and New Tricks died in Spain on Saturday evening, family says.

The broadcaster Kay Burley tweeted of Waterman: “A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. He became well-known for singing the theme songs to many of his shows, and was caricatured by David Walliams in Little Britain as a result. Born in London, he was educated at the Corona Theatre school and began his acting career at a young age.

Dennis Waterman dead: Minder and New Tricks star dies aged 74 (Metro)

Waterman, who had varied roles in comedy, drama, and horror, found fame as a teenager in BBC drama William and became well known for his role as tough-nut cop, ...

Actor Reece Shearsmith said: ‘RIP Dennis Waterman. When I worked with him on “New Tricks” he made me the best cups of tea. Loved The Sweeney. Loved Minder more. He was 74.’ He was later married to Ruth Lenska, from 1987 to 1998, and finally to Pam Flint, who he tied the knot with in 2011. Newsreader Kay Burley added: ‘RIP Dennis Waterman. A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. The star was also known for singing the iconic theme tune for New Tricks and Minder.

Dennis Waterman: Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks actor dies ... (iNews)

Waterman, who rose to fame playing Detective Sergeant George Carter in the 1970s police drama, died in Spain with his wife by his side.

In 2006, the actor appeared in a live Little Britain skit for Comic Relief alongside the parody character, in which he jokingly disputed the characterisation. The actor also performed the theme tunes to several of his shows including Minder and New Tricks – inspiring a memorable parody of Waterman in the comedy series Little Britain who endlessly pitches himself to star in various TV projects as well as offering to “write the theme tune, sing the theme tune”. An actor from the age of 13, Waterman broke into the mainstream playing the lead role in the BBC drama William as a teen.

Dennis Waterman Dies: 'The Sweeney' And 'New Tricks' Star In UK ... (Deadline)

Beyond acting, Waterman was known for singing the theme songs to many of his shows. The actor and comedian Matt Lucas was among those paying tribute. “I grew up ...

“His guest appearance in our Little Britain Live show at Hammersmith Apollo – in which he hilariously duetted with David’s absurd impersonation of him – remains the absolute highlight of my career.” His other TV credits include ITV’s Where the Heart Is and the BBC’s The Canterbury Tales and Moses Jones. No immediate information the cause was available.

Dennis Waterman, star of 'Minder' and 'New Tricks', has died (NME.com)

British actor Dennis Waterman, who starred in shows including Minder and New Tricks, has died, his family have confirmed.

Back in the 80s I spent a while managing a newsagents in Chiswick where John Thaw was a regular customer. Such a loss to the industry. “I grew up watching Dennis Waterman’s iconic performances in The Sweeney and Minder,” Lucas wrote on Twitter following the news of his death. In 2006, Waterman made a guest appearance in Comic Relief Does Little Britain Live, playing himself alongside Walliams’ comedy version of him. The movie was released in 2020 and also starred James Cromwell and Jacki Weaver. Beginning his career at the age of 12 with a role in the film Night Train For Inverness, Waterman’s career spanned over 60 years.