Quote by John Cleese

I was very sad to hear of the death of Ronnie Barker, who was such a warm, friendly and encouraging presence to have when I started in television. He was also a great comic actor to learn from.

I was very sad to hear of the death of Ronnie Barker, who wa

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their sorrow over the passing of Ronnie Barker and acknowledges the significant impact he had on their career in television. They describe Barker as a warm, friendly, and supportive figure, who provided encouragement during their early days in the industry. Additionally, the speaker admires Barker's skills as a comic actor, considering him a valuable source of learning and inspiration. Overall, this quote highlights the profound influence Barker had on both a personal and professional level.

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