Les Dawson: Lost Tapes airs on ITV tonight as it looks back at one of the UK’s most popular comedians. But how did he die and who is his daughter?
He became a big star in the 70s and 80s and is still loved by many.
But how and when did he die?
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Who is the comedian and what is he famous for?
Les was born in Collyhurst, Manchester on February 2, 1931.
Before rising to fame he worked in the post department ad the Co-op.
He made his television debut in 1967 on Opportunity Knocks where he played an elderly woman with Roy Barraclough.
In the 70s and 80s, he hosed his famous show Listen to Les on Radio 2. But he remained on the small screen too, on shows like The Dawson Watch and The Les Dawson Show.
Les’ many fans included some of the royal family.
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