Kenneth appears in an episode of Parkinson from 1980. This is a masterclass in anecdote telling.
Everything about this performance is perfect. The versatility of the voice, the timing, the material, and most of all...the man.
Behold, a comedy genius at his very peak.
"Seven guineas for a bra?...cheaper to have your tits off!!..."
.
The comedian gets into an argument about politics with Michael Parkinson on his show. The show was recorded and broadcast on Saturday February 17th 1973. The other two guests are Sir John Betjeman and Maggie Smith.
Johnny presents a comedy award to someone he clearly doesn't like, at the 2002 British Comedy Awards. But not before he's had a good moan about the state of his then career...
In an interview with Mavis Nicholson, from 1974, Kenneth's genius shows through, as he discusses his life and career.
Free of the usual anecdotes, Ken entertainingly and revealingly analyses himself and gives us an idea of what makes him tick.
The interview is in two parts. This is part one.
Rory gives a superb live performance of Hot Coals live on the Old Grey Whistle Test.
Unfortunately, this is a slightly edited version, but what the hell?
