Bob Monkhouse died on 29 December 2003, aged 75.

Key facts

  • Date of death: 29 December 2003.
  • Place of death: At his home in Eggington, Bedfordshire, England.
  • Cause of death: Prostate cancer, which he had been battling for around two years.

Brief context

Bob Monkhouse was a British comedian, television presenter, writer and actor whose career spanned several decades on UK radio, TV and stage. He became especially well known as the host of game shows such as “The Golden Shot”, “Celebrity Squares” and “Family Fortunes”.

Late career and illness

  • In his final years, he continued working on television and live comedy despite his illness.
  • He received a lifetime achievement award from the Television and Radio Industries Club in 2003, the same year he died.

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