Waterman played the role of Oliver Twist in the production of the Lionel Bart musical Oliver! Dennis Waterman, his younger brother, became an actor and singer. In the late-1990s, production company Celador hired Waterman to compose a song for their new quiz show, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?. Such a loss to the industry. During that time, his versatility as an actor was stretched in productions ranging from Edward Bond's Saved, through to Twelfth Night and Sergeant Musgrave's Dance. Dennis Waterman was a tough guy with no time for the PC brigade - on AND off the screen: As the star of The Sweeney dies at age of 74, CHRISTOPHER STEVENS looks back on the life of a TV icon. [51] He narrated the reality-format television programme Bad Lads' Army and appeared in the 2009 BBC2 miniseries Moses Jones. EXCLUSIVE: Todd Chrisley hides his face with a pillow as he and wife Julie report to federal prisons A bang, a shudder and a dramatic 60 minutes: Passengers reveal how Qantas mayday emergency unfolded Winter's brutal grip is set to batter Britain into tomorrow: Met Office issues fresh yellow warning 'Who can afford to shop in Paperchase anyway? Also at the age of 12, Waterman was invited to join the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon. The worldwide popularity led to two film box office smashes, Sweeney I and Sweeney II. He just complained of a pain in his leg.' Dennis was diagnosed with stage. His final film role was in the Australian comedy drama Never Too Late in 2020. Waterman co-presented The Hit Man and Her (1988-1992) with Michaela Strachan. He then moved to Jamaica working with Peter Tosh and Lee Perry, and producing Susan Cadogans reggae-crossover hit "Hurt So Good". His Sweeney success was later topped with critically acclaimed television series The Minder, where Waterman played bodyguard, or 'minder', Terry McCann for 10 years from 1979. What a fantastic talent and lovely man. The final project of his acting career came in 2020 in the form of was Australian drama-comedy film Never Too Late. He works closely with model-maker Laurie Lynch on this project. Further stints on television and in the theatre led to him landing a role in Nell Dunns Up The Junction in 1967, playing Pete, a man from his native Clapham, who meets an upper class girl from Chelsea, west London, and begins dating her. He initially joined the show in 2003 and featured in the role for 11 years until 2014. From tough cop George Carter in The Sweeney to good-hearted detective sergeant Gerry Standing in New Tricks, he was known for playing action-packed characters who had more than meets the eye. In October 2019, Waterman appeared on The X Factor: Celebrity. "[59][60] The interview was broadcast in full on Piers Morgan's Life Stories on ITV in May 2012. In the New Year Honours List published 31 December 2004, he was made an OBE for his services to music. The song came under much criticism and William Hill's betting odds gave the song 125-1 chance that the song would win, the longest odds for a UK entry ever. In the end the song, "That Sounds Good To Me", came last at the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest receiving only 10 points in total. In 2001, Waterman was made an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration by Coventry University for his services to the pop industry. Net Worth in 2022. , This page was last edited on 14 January 2023, at 21:22. UK heatwave will hit 26C as Met Office shares exact dates of warmest days, Holly Willoughby breaks social media silence amid This Morning absence, Met Office issue verdict on UK facing hottest summer for decades, Martin Lewis issues 48-hour warning to anybody with a broadband account. And presenter and comedian Paddy McGuinness said he had always wanted to be the character of Waterman's Terry McCann. [11] Waterman was a series regular in the 1962 CBS comedy Fair Exchange, playing teenager Neville Finch. [65], In 2015, his friend of many years, George Cole, who had played Arthur Daley in Minder, died aged 90. He demonstrated his vocal talents by singing the theme song, I Could Be So Good for You, which peaked at number three in the UK charts in 1980. A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s', Star: Dennis, right, was one of the most popular television actors of the 70s and 80s. [1], When Waterman was 18, he became a professional and won the British welterweight title in 1956. Cloudflare Ray ID: 78b6f1918903013a In the latter part of his career, he played Gerry Standing in the show New Tricks from 2003 to 2014. [68], Waterman was caricatured by David Walliams in the radio and TV comedy series Little Britain, in sketches where he visits his agent (played by Matt Lucas) looking for parts. Also at the age of 12, Waterman was invited to join the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon. RIP.'. His younger brother, Dennis Waterman, is a singer and actor. In 2009, he starred in the BBC's hard-hitting drama Moses Jones, a role which he said at the time he had enjoyed because it cast him in a different light. Dennis Waterman, Vera Waterman, Myrna Waterman, Ken Waterman, Joy Waterman, Norma Waterman, Allen Waterman, Stella Waterman: Nicknames: OBE, Pete Waterman, Waterman, Pete: IMDB: Waterman's acting career spanned 60 years, starting with his childhood roles in film and theatre, and adult roles in film, television and West End theatre. Knowles tweeted: 'I played golf on a tour to Bermuda with Dennis Waterman - I'm not much of a golfer - he was - but it was time spent with him between rounds that were well worth the trip. In 2012, Waterman attracted controversy in an interview by stating: 'She certainly wasn't a beaten wife, she was hit and that's different.'. The news presenter, 61, made the embarrassing errorwhen she paid tribute to a 'Pete Waterman', not Dennis Waterman in a Twitter tribute. [31] It was the true story of West Auckland Town F.C., a part-time side who won the Sir Thomas Lipton Trophy, sometimes described as the 'First World Cup', in 1909 and 1911. Dennis has a brother named Peter, who was a boxer. Loved Minder more.'. [14] This song was performed by the final three acts on Eurovision, Your Country Needs You! [1] Waterman was born in Stepney, East London, England, one of nine children of Rose Juliana (ne Saunders) and Harry Frank Waterman. Road closed live updates after serious crash on motorway. [28], In June 2009, Waterman unveiled Breda LRV 1007s new name East Lancashire railway as a tribute to the Heritage Railway at Bury tram stop. [26] In January 2015, Waterman announced the sale of the bulk of his model railway collection, to fund the training of rail apprentices in restoring his steam locomotives 5224 and 5553, which in May 2015 were moved from Crewe to Peak Rail. ', Actor Stuart Anthony said: 'Dennis Waterman has left us. In the latter part of his career, he played Gerry Standing in the show New Tricks from 2003 to 2014. His first role was in Night Train for Inverness (1960). John [Thaw] and I were great mates and, it sounds horrible, but it was just a joy to go to work every day.. Actor/Comedian Dennis Leary is 6' 2" tall. It followed four former prisoners of war that broke out of their camp during the Vietnam War before becoming residents in the same retirement home. A statement from his family said: "We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis, passed away very peacefully in hospital in Spain, on Sunday afternoon, with Pam by his side. 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Waterman appeared in the first few episodes of the final season, which would inevitably be his last, after speaking with the producers. [14] He had a major role in the feature film version of Up the Junction (1968) in which he played Peter, boyfriend to Polly (Suzy Kendall). There was no great panic about whether it was going to be a success in the ratings. ': Girls Aloud's Kimberley Walsh shares a glimpse of her stunning garden as she takes delivery of a brand new jacuzzi - so big it has to be lifted by a crane! His role in 2003 drama New Tricks marked his return to a long-running show for the first time in a decade and saw him star alongside acting stalwarts James Bolam and Alun Armstrong. He is the owner of significant collections of both historic and commercial railway locomotives and rolling stock. Also at the age of 12, Waterman was invited to join the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon. A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Waterman became a household name after playing the role of DS George Carter in crime series The Sweeney, in which he co-starred with John Thaw. Birmingham Airport crash live updates as man dies after colliding with metal barrier near runway, Birmingham Live brings you the latest updates after a man tragically died following an incident at Birmingham Airport last night, Love Island viewers threaten to call Ofcom over age-gap as they ask 'what is she doing'. 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. [54]The Minder Podcast revealed that Waterman was semi-retired and living in Spain. Producer Jonathan Sothcott tweeted: 'Dennis Waterman was one of our biggest TV stars throughout the 70s and 80s, an everyman figure who felt like one of us. Has ITV now axed Jeremy Clarkson? [15], In the early 1970s, Waterman appeared in the BBC television series Colditz as a young Gestapo officer. Waterman also appeared in an advert by the National Blood Service in the UK, their sixth TV advert which also features Carol Smillie and Will Carling. ', Newsreader Kay Burley posted: 'A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. Waterman returned as judge for the second series of Pop Idol, but was constantly critical of the eventual winner, Michelle McManus, and was openly disappointed when she won. A role in the BBC's adaptation of the Just William books followed and the actor would, in his later years, reflect on some of the different roles he undertook. It's strange that you get cast as different things in different parts of the media.'. day. Born in 1948 in Clapham, south-west London, as the youngest of nine children, he was surrounded by arts at a young age thanks to his older sister Joy, who ran her own amateur dramatics society and encouraged the rest of the Waterman children to join. Dennis Waterman (24 February 1948 - 8 May 2022) was an English actor and singer. He was also part of the popular tour, Friends On Tour, which saw him take to the road alongside Sheena Easton and Gerard Kenny. The latter saw him become manager of the winning boy band One True Voice, who then lost the race to Christmas number 1 to the same show's winning girl group, Louis Walsh's Girls Aloud. He was best known for his tough-guy leading roles in television series including The Sweeney, Minder and New Tricks, singing the theme tunes of the latter two.. Waterman's acting career spanned 60 years, starting with his childhood roles in film and theatre, and adult roles in film, television and West End theatre. Mexico travel warning for UK tourists as nationwide ban introduced. Condition: Used Used. Dennis Waterman cancer: What type of Cancer did Dennis Waterman had? RIP Dennis Waterman. The cast consisted of; Ralph Richardson as The Father, Dennis Waterman as His Son, Barbara Ferris as The First Girl, Jane Birkin as The Second Girl and Roland Culver as Dr Parker. He has also acted on television and in live theater. His film debut came in 1960 in the Night Train For Inverness. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Waterman was one of nine children born in Stepney, East London, England, to Rose Juliana (ne Saunders) and Harry Frank Waterman. The squalor was unreal, but the camaraderie was phenomenal. Waterman has appeared as a judge on both series of Pop Idol in the UK (200103), and also Popstars: The Rivals (2002). And of course I just spent the time grilling him about "Scars of Dracula". No, there is no relationship at all between Dennis Waterman and Pete Waterman (record producer). Feedback on our suggestions. In 2021 and 2022, Pete Waterman also produced two different OO Gauge model layouts at Chester Cathedral. After leaving Minder, Waterman returned to the stage for several years, starring in shows including Jeffrey Bernard in Unwell in Australia, Ireland and the UK, and My Fair Lady in the West End. There was no worry then, which I think was a help. Met Office announces exact hours snow will hit UK this week. Loved Minder more. [citation needed]. At 16, he starred on the West End in Carving A Statue, which marked the beginning of a recording career and a three-year engagement at the Royal Court. A naturalistic, nuanced actor. [52][53], In 2020, Waterman starred in the Australian drama-comedy film Never Too Late which had been filmed in Adelaide, Australia, the previous year. [48][49] Waterman appeared on stage in Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell by Keith Waterhouse[50] and as Alfred P. Doolittle in the 2001 London revival of My Fair Lady. Afterwards he semi-retired, splitting his time between his homes in Berkshire and Spain. His Sweeney success was later topped with critically acclaimed television series The Minder, where Waterman played bodyguard, or minder, Terry McCann for 10 years from 1979. [40], In an Australian television film, The First Kangaroos (1988), Waterman's depiction of the rugby player Albert Goldthorpe[41] drew formal complaints from Goldthorpe's granddaughter. Price: . In the latter part of his career, he played Gerry Standing in the show New Tricks from 2003 to 2014. I loved him - my days will never be the same watching ITV4 Sweeney & Minder. But on the afternoon I meet Mike Stock, Matt Aitken and Pete Waterman, they are cock-a-hoop to learn they've been . [19] He was a member of the company of actors who featured in The Sextet (1972), a BBC 2 series which included the Dennis Potter drama Follow the Yellow Brick Road,[20] and Waterman later appeared in the same dramatist's Joe's Ark (Play for Today, 1974). Waterman's main interest outside music is in railways, and he has been involved in several railway ventures. His final film role was in the Australian comedy drama Never Too Late in 2020. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. In factual television, Waterman's interest in trains saw him present a historic self-retrospective view in Waterman on Railways for Channel Four/the Discovery Channel. His acting career is his main source of income. And presenter and comedian Paddy McGuinness said he had always wanted to be the character of Waterman's Terry McCann. Afterwards he semi-retired, splitting his time between his homes in Berkshire and Spain. DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles also today reminisced about a charity golf trip he took alongside Waterman. He became a steam locomotive fireman based at Wolverhampton (Stafford Road) depot. To supplement his income as a DJ, he became a gravedigger and then an apprentice at General Electric Company, becoming a trade union official. [1], Waterman was born on 24 February 1948,[2] as the youngest of nine children to Rose Juliana (ne Saunders) and Harry Frank Waterman in Clapham,[3][4][5] then in the County of London. Waterman became a household name after playing the role of DS George Carter in crime series The Sweeney, in which he co-starred with John Thaw. [36] In December 2006, he became a patron of the newly formed charity, the City, Lambeth and Southwark Music Education Trust. Which item does not have a food-contact surface? The news presenter, 61, made the embarrassing errorwhen she paid tribute to a 'Pete Waterman', not Dennis Waterman in a Twitter tribute. Waterman is survived by his wife, Pam, and two daughters, Julia and Hannah, who were born following his marriage to actress Patricia Maynard. He was 74. Is Hannah Waterman related to Dennis Waterman. ', Newsreader Kay Burley posted: 'A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. Born in 1948 in Clapham, south-west London, as the youngest of nine children, he was surrounded by arts at a young age thanks to his older sister Joy, who ran her own amateur dramatics society and encouraged the rest of the Waterman children to join. Waterman was worth 30 million in 2006/07,[11] according to The Sunday Times Rich List. Dennis Waterman (24 February 1948 8 May 2022) was an English actor and singer. [1], Waterman was born in Stepney, East London, England, one of nine children of Rose Juliana (ne Saunders) and Harry Frank Waterman. [32][33] It cost 1.5 million to make, most of which was funded by Waterman. document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()). It was also a time when Band Aid attempted to Feed the World, and Stock Aitken and Waterman-related acts dominated the charts. Where was Pete Waterman born? It followed four former prisoners of war that broke out of their camp during the Vietnam War before becoming residents in the same retirement home. [30], In 2018, Waterman became president of the Railway Benefit Fund, a railway benevolent charity based in Crewe. He added: 'I really enjoyed it, because it was a very different kind of character - and that's important. Who makes the plaid blue coat Jesse stone wears in Sea Change. Who makes the plaid blue coat Jesse stone wears in Sea Change? [71], For other people named Dennis Waterman, see, "Dennis Waterman, 'The Sweeney' Actor and 'I Could Be So Good For You' Singer, Dies at 74", "Tributes pour in as Minder and New Tricks star Dennis Waterman dies", "Dennis Waterman, Minder and New Tricks star, dies aged 74", "Dennis Waterman's family releases statement on actor's death", "Forum - One Hit Wonders (General: Music/Charts related)", "Dennis Waterman, Actor in 'The Sweeney' and 'Minder' Dies at 74", "Catalog of Copyright Entries: Third series", "Dennis Waterman, television tough-guy star of the Sweeney, Minder and New Tricks obituary", "Dennis Waterman, star of Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, dies aged 74", "Tributes paid to actor Dennis Waterman after death at age of 74", "The gritty realism of a Durham street's outside netties that turned it into a filmstar", "Family fights to clear League Hero's Name", "Dennis Waterman, star of The Sweeney, Minder and New Tricks, has died aged 74", Life is still busy over 70 for stars of new 'triumph over ageing' film, "The Minder Podcast Episode 2, George Layton Interview", "Dennis Waterman 19482022 THE MINDER PODCAST", "Episode 14 Dennis Waterman Tribute - THE MINDER PODCAST", "Dennis Waterman and the 'problem with strong, intelligent women'", "Blame the victim a classic with wife-beaters", "Dennis Waterman admits punching ex-wife but insists she was 'not a beaten woman'", "La Manga Based Minder Star Dennis Waterman Spent His Retirement Years Playing Golf in the Region of Murcia", "Dennis Waterman pays tribute to George Cole at his funeral", "Dennis Waterman cause of death revealed by devastated partner", "A look back at some of Little Britain's most memorable sketches", "WATERMAN, DENNIS The Museum of Broadcast Communications", "Dennis Waterman dead: Minder and New Tricks star dies at 74", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dennis_Waterman&oldid=1133646700, "Wait Till I Get You on Your Own Tonight", 2000: Waterman, Dennis; and Jill Arlon. 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