PC Pals Forum

General Discussion => The Buzz => Topic started by: Simon on April 25, 2008, 23:41

Title: "Humph" dies at 86
Post by: Simon on April 25, 2008, 23:41

Veteran jazz musician and radio host Humphrey Lyttelton has died aged 86.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7367385.stm

Title: Re: "Humph" dies at 86
Post by: Clive on April 26, 2008, 09:04

Some of you may remember that I saw him at a jazz festival less than two years ago.  He was a great musician and a wicked comedian.

Title: Re: "Humph" dies at 86
Post by: Simon on April 26, 2008, 09:46

Apparently, he was still broadcasting up to a month ago.  I'm not really into Jazz, but find the 'lighter' stuff enjoyable occasionally.

Title: Re: "Humph" dies at 86
Post by: GillE on April 26, 2008, 14:20

 :cry:

I'm an "I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue" devotee and as such I shall miss him dreadfully.  He's provided me with so much laughter over the years.

I wonder if his funeral cortege will pass through Mornington Crescent?

Title: Re: "Humph" dies at 86
Post by: Simon on April 26, 2008, 17:27

I'm sure many people will miss him, given that his death was relatively sudden, but he did well to carry on broadcasting right up to the age of 86.

Title: Re: "Humph" dies at 86
Post by: Rik on April 26, 2008, 17:56

When I read why he was in hospital, I thought that this would be the outcome. Great character.   :cry: