Richard Beckinsale

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Richard Beckinsale born?July 6, 1947, in Nottingham, England
2. When did Richard Beckinsale die?March 19, 1979, in Oxford, England, at age 31
3. What is the key television series?Porridge (BBC), Going Straight (BBC), Rising Damp (ITV)
4. What is the notable character?Lennie Godber in 'Porridge' and 'Going Straight.'
5. Who was Richard Beckinsale?Richard Beckinsale was a British actor known for his funny roles in TV shows during the 1970s.
6. What was his most famous TV role?He played Lennie Godber in the BBC sitcom 'Porridge', which was very popular.

Sitcom: A television or radio series featuring a consistent cast of characters, typically in humorous situations.