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Off Topic RIP John Woodvine

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  1. C Montgomery Burns

    C Montgomery Burns Well-Known Member

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    Sad to hear that the very fine South Shields born actor, John Woodvine, has died today aged 96. Probably best known for his role as the doctor in "An American Werewolf In London". Older ones might remember him in "When The Boat Comes In" as Les Mallow and more recently he appeared as Frank Gallagher's dad in "Shameless".

    RIP
     
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    C Montgomery Burns, Oct 7, 2025
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    cumbrianmackem Well-Known Member

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    Good ambassador for the NE accent and a decent actor. RIP.
     
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    Montysoptician Well-Known Member

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    Great actor. RIP John, my condolences to his family and friends
     
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    Another good actor gone, RIP.
    Hadn't realized he was from South Shields
     
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    Didn't know the name, instantly recognised the face, seems to have been in everything I grew up watching. RIP.
     
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    Always played his part well and didn’t even look like he was acting, South Shields has lost a good ‘un.


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    RIP
     
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    mrs em, Oct 7, 2025
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  8. John Wick

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    I'm sure there's "A small Guinness" on the bar for you. Rest easy.
     
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    John Wick, Oct 7, 2025
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    Cracking innings. RIP John
     
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