In the latter part of his career, he played Gerry Standing in the show New Tricks from 2003 to 2014. He released three albums - Down Wind Of Angels, Waterman and So Good For You - in the 1970s and 1980s and performed around the UK on a tour, dubbed Friends On Tour, with Sheena Easton and Gerard Kenny. Legendary TV actor Dennis died at the age of 74, his family announced on Sunday. Something went wrong, please try again later. He initially joined the show in 2003 and featured in the role for 11 years until 2014. The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time.'. Waterman was in the original cast of Saved, the play written by Edward Bond, and first produced at the Royal Court Theatre in November 1965. He then set up his own company PWL (Pete Waterman Limited) in 1984, quickly signing producers Matt Aitken and Mike Stock, who produced the song "Whatever I Do" for Hazell Dean. Dennis Waterman Children: Hannah Waterman, Julia Waterman, Dennis Waterman daughter: Hannah Waterman, Julia Waterman, Dennis Waterman Family: Wife, Children, Siblings, Parents, Ex-Wives. Dennis Waterman was a tough guy with no time for the PC brigade - on AND off the screen: As the star of The Sweeney dies at age of 74, CHRISTOPHER STEVENS looks back on the life of a TV icon. A naturalistic, nuanced actor. His film debut came in 1960 in the Night Train For Inverness. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Waterman has since said he will not appear on any similar programmes in future,[12] and has on several occasions attacked more recent talent shows (specifically those devised by his former Pop Idol colleague, Simon Cowell). From tough cop George Carter in The Sweeney to good-hearted detective sergeant Gerry Standing in New Tricks, he was known for playing action-packed characters who had more than meets the eye. $1 Million - $5 Million. Incredibly, the MP said: "RIP Pete." His film debut came in 1960 in the Night Train For Inverness. Waterman starred as bodyguard Terry McCann in Minder and he first found fame as tough nut cop George Carter in The Sweeney opposite John Thaw. At 16, he starred on the West End in Carving A Statue, which marked the beginning of a recording career and a three-year engagement at the Royal Court. He has also acted on television and in live theater. In March 2012, he caused controversy with some comments on this issue: "It's not difficult for a woman to make a man hit her. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The new measures were first approved in 2021 and have now taken effect, with e-cigarettes and vapes also impacted. Dennis Waterman has played in over 25 films from 1960 to present day. A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. [71], For other people named Dennis Waterman, see, "Dennis Waterman, 'The Sweeney' Actor and 'I Could Be So Good For You' Singer, Dies at 74", "Tributes pour in as Minder and New Tricks star Dennis Waterman dies", "Dennis Waterman, Minder and New Tricks star, dies aged 74", "Dennis Waterman's family releases statement on actor's death", "Forum - One Hit Wonders (General: Music/Charts related)", "Dennis Waterman, Actor in 'The Sweeney' and 'Minder' Dies at 74", "Catalog of Copyright Entries: Third series", "Dennis Waterman, television tough-guy star of the Sweeney, Minder and New Tricks obituary", "Dennis Waterman, star of Minder, The Sweeney and New Tricks, dies aged 74", "Tributes paid to actor Dennis Waterman after death at age of 74", "The gritty realism of a Durham street's outside netties that turned it into a filmstar", "Family fights to clear League Hero's Name", "Dennis Waterman, star of The Sweeney, Minder and New Tricks, has died aged 74", Life is still busy over 70 for stars of new 'triumph over ageing' film, "The Minder Podcast Episode 2, George Layton Interview", "Dennis Waterman 19482022 THE MINDER PODCAST", "Episode 14 Dennis Waterman Tribute - THE MINDER PODCAST", "Dennis Waterman and the 'problem with strong, intelligent women'", "Blame the victim a classic with wife-beaters", "Dennis Waterman admits punching ex-wife but insists she was 'not a beaten woman'", "La Manga Based Minder Star Dennis Waterman Spent His Retirement Years Playing Golf in the Region of Murcia", "Dennis Waterman pays tribute to George Cole at his funeral", "Dennis Waterman cause of death revealed by devastated partner", "A look back at some of Little Britain's most memorable sketches", "WATERMAN, DENNIS The Museum of Broadcast Communications", "Dennis Waterman dead: Minder and New Tricks star dies at 74", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Dennis_Waterman&oldid=1133646700, "Wait Till I Get You on Your Own Tonight", 2000: Waterman, Dennis; and Jill Arlon. [1] Waterman was born in Stepney, East London, England, one of nine children of Rose Juliana (ne Saunders) and Harry Frank Waterman. 'Loved The Sweeney. Quality classic TV. "Probably because he didn't write the tweet, passed it over to a much younger aide to research and they made the faux pas.. which actually makes it worse," Jane said. In the New Year Honours List published 31 December 2004, he was made an OBE for his services to music. Road closed live updates after serious crash on motorway. His Sweeney success was later topped with critically acclaimed television series The Minder, where Waterman played bodyguard, or 'minder', Terry McCann for 10 years from 1979. EDF, British Gas and Ovo are taking part in the National Grid pilot scheme. He also starred in productions of Twelfth Night, Edward Bond's Saved at the Royal Court Theatre and Sergeant Musgrave's Dance. John [Thaw] and I were great mates and, it sounds horrible, but it was just a joy to go to work every day.. In 2012, Waterman attracted controversy in an interview by stating: 'She certainly wasn't a beaten wife, she was hit and that's different.'. He has since apologised for his mistake.". EXCLUSIVE: Todd Chrisley hides his face with a pillow as he and wife Julie report to federal prisons A bang, a shudder and a dramatic 60 minutes: Passengers reveal how Qantas mayday emergency unfolded Winter's brutal grip is set to batter Britain into tomorrow: Met Office issues fresh yellow warning 'Who can afford to shop in Paperchase anyway? Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. The Sweeney was everything great TV drama should be: gritty, honest, true. He followed with the television series Just William, and spent a year in the West End playing Winthrop Parroo in The Music Man. From tough cop George Carter in The Sweeney to good-hearted detective sergeant Gerry Standing in New Tricks, he . 'Loved The Sweeney. By Tributes have flooded in as news broke of Waterman's death. Gordon Waterman Chaplin was born in 1945. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. In a tweet, he wrote: 'Myself and my Phoenix Nights cast mates used to sing the theme tune to Minder on tour and on the Karaoke! Waterman appeared in the first few episodes of the final season, which would inevitably be his last, after speaking with the producers. He just complained of a pain in his leg.' Dennis was diagnosed with stage. His final film role was in the Australian comedy drama Never Too Late in 2020. In 2001, Waterman was made an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration by Coventry University for his services to the pop industry. Peter Waterman (8 December 1934 - 16 January 1986) was an English boxer and a British and European welterweight champion. His film debut came in 1960 in the Night Train For Inverness. In addition, Waterman gained enough influence that he was caricatured on . It followed four former prisoners of war that broke out of their camp during the Vietnam War before becoming residents in the same retirement home. They stated: 'We are deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Dennis passed away very peacefully at his home in Spain. DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles also today reminisced about a charity golf trip he took alongside Waterman. It was also a time when Band Aid attempted to Feed the World, and Stock Aitken and Waterman-related acts dominated the charts. DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles also today reminisced about a charity golf trip he took alongside Waterman. Bruno Tonioli will take over as BGT host from David, according to reports. Further stints on television and in the theatre led to him landing a role in Nell Dunns Up The Junction in 1967, playing Pete, a man from his native Clapham, who meets an upper class girl from Chelsea, west London, and begins dating her. 19:58 EST 08 May 2022. Stay up to date with all the latest news and opinion on days out, nights out, shopping and plenty more with our Daily What's On Email update newsletter - and it's completely free. RIP. Peter Alan Waterman, OBE, DL (born 15 January 1947) is an English record producer, songwriter, radio and club DJ, television presenter, president of Coventry Bears rugby league club and a keen railway enthusiast. The cast included Amanda Redman, with whom Waterman had an eighteen-month affair during the run of the musical and with whom he later went on to star in the TV series New Tricks. Together, Stock Aitken Waterman produced songs for the biggest pop artists, including Samantha Fox, Rick Astley, Mel & Kim, Sinitta, Mandy Smith, Bananarama, Hazel Dean, Dead Or Alive, and Steps. [68], Waterman was caricatured by David Walliams in the radio and TV comedy series Little Britain, in sketches where he visits his agent (played by Matt Lucas) looking for parts. They dont make em like that anymore. The family kindly ask that our privacy is respected at this very difficult time.". [69], This running joke is based on Waterman having sung the theme tunes for at least four of the programmes in which he starred, namely for Minder, Stay Lucky,[70] On the Up and New Tricks. Many figures in the entertainment industry rushed to pay tribute to the actor, recalling some of his most iconic roles and huge talent. At 16, he starred on the West End in Carving A Statue, which marked the beginning of a recording career and a three-year engagement at the Royal Court. By Don't know why he couldn't have just opted for a simple teeth whitening treatment - or at least got a set of veneers that were the right size. ', Former Eastenders and Rise of the Footsoldier actor Craig Fairbrass said: 'Truly upset & gutted hearing this news. The worldwide popularity led to two film box office smashes, Sweeney I and Sweeney II. He won the Amateur Competing Association British light-welterweight title in 1952 while boxing out of the Caius ABC. The Sweeney was everything great TV drama should be: gritty, honest, true. [40], In an Australian television film, The First Kangaroos (1988), Waterman's depiction of the rugby player Albert Goldthorpe[41] drew formal complaints from Goldthorpe's granddaughter. 'We just knew we had very good scripts, we had great directors, and we thought we weren't that shabby. English former footballer Dennis Wise is 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 Such a loss to the industry. [28], In 1978, Waterman returned to the RSC to play Sackett in Bronson Howard's comedy Saratoga. Waterman /a > Comments us Meghan. Waterman's main interest outside music is in railways, and he has been involved in several railway ventures. They dont make em like that anymore. Another icon from my childhood gone. We have estimated Pete Waterman's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets. Actor/Comedian Dennis Leary is 6' 2" tall. He demonstrated his vocal talents by singing the theme song, I Could Be So Good for You, which peaked at number three in the UK charts in 1980. Minder was later revived by Channel 5 in 2009, but Waterman did not return for the new outing. How old would you be if you graduated high school in 1977? A teacher walks into the Classroom and says If only Yesterday was Tomorrow Today would have been a Saturday Which Day did the Teacher make this Statement? ', Newsreader Kay Burley posted: 'A brilliant actor who was a staple on our screens throughout the 70s and 80s. His role in 2003 drama New Tricks marked his return to a long-running show for the first time in a decade and saw him star alongside acting stalwarts James Bolam and Alun Armstrong. He never competed again. Pete Waterman is known for her work on Spider-Man 3 (2007), The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) and (500) Days of Summer (2009). [18] He appeared alongside Richard Harris and John Huston in a Hollywood western, Man in the Wilderness (1971). [34], In 2004, he was awarded an honorary doctorate in music by University College Chester.[35]. He also worked as a coal miner.[3]. Waterman became a household name after playing the role of DS George Carter in crime series The Sweeney, in which he co-starred with John Thaw. [61], Waterman emigrated to Spain with his wife Pam in 2015 after New Tricks ended, living at a villa in La Manga, and playing golf at the La Manga Club. He demonstrated his vocal talents by singing the theme song, I Could Be So Good for You, which peaked at number three in the UK charts in 1980. His Sweeney success was later topped with critically acclaimed television series The Minder, where Waterman played bodyguard, or minder, Terry McCann for 10 years from 1979. In a statement, his family said he died today in Spain with his wife Pam at his side. Amelia Wynne For Mailonline. ', Former Eastenders and Rise of the Footsoldier actor Craig Fairbrass said: 'Truly upset & gutted hearing this news. Dennis Waterman was a tough guy with no time for the PC brigade - on AND off the screen: As the star of The Sweeney dies at age of 74, CHRISTOPHER STEVENS looks back on the life of a TV icon. [52][53], In 2020, Waterman starred in the Australian drama-comedy film Never Too Late which had been filmed in Adelaide, Australia, the previous year. In 2021 and 2022, Pete Waterman also produced two different OO Gauge model layouts at Chester Cathedral. Waterman has been involved in at least twenty-two UK number one singles with his acts (including Dead or Alive, Kylie Minogue, Rick Astley, Bananarama, Steps, Mel and Kim, Donna Summer, Sinitta, Cliff Richard and Jason Donovan)[5][6] and he claims upwards of 500 million sales worldwide (inclusive of singles, albums, compilation inclusions, downloads, etc.). Waterman has also appeared in the Steps video "Tragedy". In the end the song, "That Sounds Good To Me", came last at the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest receiving only 10 points in total. He attracted headlines when he split up with Maynard in 1987 and married actress Rula Lenska, but the marriage fell apart after ten years amid claims of abuse. In addition to his passion for music and railways, Waterman is also a supporter of Walsall F.C. Also at the age of 12, Waterman was invited to join the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon. 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