Bob Monkhouse

Robert (Bob) Allen Monkhouse (June 1, 1928 - December 29, 2003), was a British entertainer in the traditional sense, though primarily known as a comedian and game show host.

Quotes

• "They laughed when I said I was going to be a comedian. They're not laughing now."
• "Personally, I don't think there's intelligent life on other planets. Why should other planets be any different from this one?"
• "Silence is not only golden, it is seldom misquoted."
• "Marriage is an investment which pays dividends if you pay interest."
• "Bernie.... the bolt!" - catchphrase on The Golden Shot.
• "Growing old is compulsory - growing up is optional."
• "As a comic, you need every wrinkle. Having a facelift would be like asking a tap dancer to have his feet lopped off."
• "I'm rather relaxed about death. From quite an early age I've regarded it as part of the deal, the unwritten guarantee that comes with your birth certificate."