/ Stars that died in 2023: Bob Block, British comedy writer (Rentaghost, Life with The Lyons) died he was , 89.

Stars that died in 2023

In 2024, we've experienced the loss of several luminaries in the world of entertainment. These beloved figures—actors, comedians, musicians, singers, and coaches—have touched our lives with their talent, passion, and dedication. They've left an indelible mark on our hearts and shaped the world of entertainment in ways that will continue to inspire and influence generations to come. Among the incredible actors who bid farewell this year, we mourn the loss of a true chameleon who effortlessly.

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Bob Block, British comedy writer (Rentaghost, Life with The Lyons) died he was , 89.

Bob Block was a British radio, television and film comedy scriptwriter died he was , 89..

(1921 – 17 April 2011)

Career

His earliest work was for radio, best known for co-writing the domestic sitcom Life with the Lyons for Ben Lyon, as well as working with Arthur Askey and Frankie Howerd.^[3]
Block was best known for writing television comedy series for children, including including Pardon My Genie (1972-73), Robert's Robots (1974–75), Galloping Galaxies (1985) and the BBC's long-running Rentaghost (1976–84).

Notable credits

Radio

Television

Our House (1960)
That's My Boy (1963)
Crackerjack (1964-1973)
Hey Presto it’s Rolf (1966)
Broaden Your Mind (1968-1969)
Ken Dodd and the Diddymen (1969-1970)
The Dave King Show (1969-1970)
Dave Allen At Large (1970-1979)
Pardon My Genie (1972-1973)
Roberts Robots (1973-1974)
Truscott's Luck
Rentaghost (1975-1984)
Grandad (1979-1984)
Galloping Galaxies! (1985-1986)

Music hall

Kindly Leave the Stage (1968)

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