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ONLY Fools And Horses is Britain’s best-loved sitcom – and its 1996 episode Time On Our Hands holds the record for our most watched comedy ever, with 24.3million delighted viewers tuning in. Fans love to debate what the show’s best bits are, but what does Del Boy himself – David Jason – think? The acting legend reveals some of his most treasured memories of playing the Cockney wheeler dealer in his new book, The Twelve Dels Of Christmas. Here, in exclusive extracts from the book, he shares the moments that make him laugh, cry . . .

LOVE Island star Paige Thorne was all smiles after splitting from boyfriend Adam Collard. The Welsh reality star, 24, looked in high spirits as she stepped out for the first time since the pair called it quits. Paige looked glamorous in high-waisted tailored chocolate-brown trousers and a classic black vest top.

Only Fools And Horses is a British TV gem - but did you know that it was nearly remade in the US?It is just one of a number of British shows that have failed to transfer to US TV screens in recent years, with some only lasting one season - and a few not even making it past the pilot episode.READ NEXT: David Jason's life - Del Boy Only Fools return, heartbreaking losses and marriageWhile some TV remakes, including The Thick Of It's transition to VEEP, and BBC Ghosts have all become a huge hit stateside, others were less successful.On the 41st anniversary of Only Fools and Horses (September 8), Daily Star takes a closer look at the British TV remakes that flopped in the US."One day Rodney, we'll be millionaires."Del Boy, his iconic catchphrases and the antics of his friends and family have delighted viewers for more than four decades since first airing in 1981.With the British TV series becoming a national treasure, and just as popular across the world, network ABC decided to remake the show in 2012 for US audiences.The US version is reported to have had an all-star Hollywood cast too, with John Leguizamo playing Del Boy, Dustin Ybaarra playing Rodney and Back To The Future legend Christopher Lloyd as Grandad.However, the remake - titled Kings of Van Nuys - didn't even make it to screen, with The Guardian reporting that while network ABC liked the first pilot, a series was not picked up.It wasn't all "lovely jubbly" the second time around either, as although a second pilot was also well received by ABC, a full series failed to make it to air.Speaking to the BBC in the same year, Sir David Jason revealed that he did not think Only Fools and Horses would work in the US, saying: "They can do brilliant comedy [in America] but

BBC sitcom Porridge turns 58 years old this week.The prison based comedy, which starred the late, great Ronnie Barker as prisoner Norman Stanley Fletcher, ran between 1974 and 1977 - even landing its own hit film version in 1979.It starred some of the greatest acting legends, including Richard Beckinsale as Lennie Godber and Brian Wilde as prison guard Mr Barrowclough, as well as cameos from comedy icons including David Jason.READ NEXT: Paul Nicholas says surprise coincidence led him to taking Just Good Friends roleOn the 58th anniversary of the beloved comedy series, Daily Star takes a look at where the cast are now.Ronnie Barker is a TV legend, appearing as prisoner Norman Stanley Fletcher in both Porridge and spin-off series, Going Straight.After landing his first acting roles in theatre productions including Treasure Island and A Midsummer Nights Dream, he landed his big TV break in 1966's The Frost Report.While working on The Frost Report, he met future Open All Hours co-star David Jason, as well as long time comedy partner Ronnie Corbet, who he appeared alongside in The Two Ronnies.Following a long acting career, Ronnie revealed on the chat show Wogan in 1985 that he had decided to retire due to health reasons, but made occasional appearances on TV in shows such as The Two Ronnies Sketchbook.A comedy legend, Ronnie was also awarded a special BAFTA Tribute Award for his contributions to TV in 2004.Away from the limelight, Ronnie was married to Joy Tubb from 1957, with who he welcomed three children called Larry, Adam and Charlotte.Like her famous father, Charlotte is also a talented performer and appeared alongside Ronnie in episodes of Open All Hours, as well as crime series Maigret.However, Ronnie died on October

Only Fools and Horses was a hilarious comedy that could raise a smile from anyone.However it turns out that the comedy wasn't just saved for the screen and to be a part of the iconic cast you definitely had to have a sense of humour.David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst, aka Del Boy and Rodney, were well known pranksters on the set and would be constantly teasing their friends and co-stars.READ MORE: Only Fools mega-fan gets David Jason's autograph tattooed on arm after he signed itHowever, they once took a prank a little too far with co-star Lennard Pearce, aka Grandad, who refused to work until producer Ray Butt talked him round.Most of the time Lennard put up with the pranks and even laughed at the jokes – even though they were mostly about him.However one day the two cheeky lads took a prank a little too far.The dynamic duo thought that it would be funny to make some adjustments to Lennard's costume.They nailed his shoes to the floor, and turned his outfit inside-out.This didn't however have the funny effect that they had hoped for and Lennard was left fuming.He refused to come back to work until producer Ray Butt talked him round. Writing for the Daily Mail in 2013, Jason described the incident: "When filming began, Nicholas and I bonded quickly, despite our 21-year age difference.

BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses was filled with drama, laughs and also a little bit of love.Fans of the show were over the moon when Trotter met the love of his life Cassandra in the sixth season.However Cassandra could have been played very differently if directors has gone if they had given the role to the famous actress Liz Hurley.READ MORE: Only Fools mega-fan gets David Jason's autograph tattooed on arm after he signed itIn the Channel 5 documentary Only Fools and Horses: Secrets and Scandals fans discovered that Liz Hurley actually auditioned for the show.Author Mike Jones revealed: “She auditioned for the role and it was felt that perhaps she was probably a little too glamorous for…how can I say it diplomatically? Our lanky Trotter brother.”In the end, the role was given to Gwyneth Strong who played the role perfectly and viewers fell in love with the lovely Cassandra.

AN episode of children’s cartoon favourite Danger Mouse has been slapped with a racism warning. The adventures of the crime-fighting rodent are on streaming service BritBox — and it has issued the alert for a 1984 episode set in Hong Kong.

Only Fools and Horses was banned from TV for almost 20 years because it showed loveable rogue Del Boy Trotter as a cruel and nasty bully. A Royal Flush was originally broadcast at Christmas in 1986 and featured “Plonker” Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst) becoming friends with the daughter of a duke.His cheeky older brother Del (Sir David Jason) tries - and fails - to help him make the right impression when they mingle with high society. READ MORE: Only Fools mega-fan gets David Jason's autograph tattooed on arm after he signed it The show was only finished just hours before broadcast and contained no audience laughter.And after it aired, creator John Sullivan said he “hated it” as certain scenes were too dark and made the nation’s much loved Del Boy look totally out of character.In a scene at a posh dinner at a manor house, he cruelly belittles Rodders in front of the guests.And when they go to the opera, he upsets audience members by getting in their way and threatens one man angrily “I am gonna come down there and smack you in the eye.”Sullivan ruled that A Royal Flush should never be repeated.It was not until 2005 that he allowed it to be released on DVD but only after major editing.Audience laughter was added to soften harsher moments and other scenes were cut completely.Editor Chris Wadsworth tells Channel 5 documentary Secrets and Scandals of Only Fools and Horses airing tomorrow (friday): “It’s quite a cruel dark episode.

Only Fools and Horses fans Facebook group, hundreds of people joined a thread remembering his all-time best moments, and reminiscing about how much they loved the actor, who died in 2014. "He had an amazing delivery. ," gushed one fan, while someone else admitted: "I only had to look at him, and I started laughing.

Only Fools and Horses is regarded as a cult Brit comedy and it still has a legion of fans despite being more than 40 years old.David Jason's Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter character is known for some of the show's best one liners including "this time next year, we'll be millionaires" and "lovely jubbly".Jason famously played the role from when the BBC show launched in 1981 until the final episode in 2003. READ MORE: X Factor's Matt Cardle has third hair transplant and looks unrecognisableAmong the most popular episodes was one of the last called Time On Our Hands, which aired in 1996 and saw Del Boy and his sidekick brother Rodney Trotter (Nicholas Lyndhurst) become millionaires after finding an antique watch in their garage.In 2001 the series was revived after a 5-year-break in the shape of three Christmas specials: If They Could See Us Now, Strangers on the Shore, and Sleepless in Peckham.The festive episodes, the last of which aired in 2003, centred on what happened to the Trotter brothers after they received their cash windfall - and are the last ones to have aired to date.The specials, which each debuted on Christmas Day in 2001, 2002, and 2003, would prove to be the last time the characters would grace screens.

Only Fools and Horses superfan has told of his delight after his screen hero Sir David Jason autographed his arm and he turned it into a tattoo.Nathan Scotford, 40, is such a huge fan of the long-running BBC hit that he even named his barbershop in Folkestone, Kent Cushty Cuts in honour of one of Del Boy’s most famous phrases.He fell in love with the sitcom’s tales of ducking and diving on the streets of Peckham after being introduced to it by his late grandfather, who died three years ago.Sir David, who played Del Boy, signed his left forearm at a convention put on by the Only Fools and Horses Appreciation Society celebrating the programme’s 40th anniversary in Milton Keynes, Bucks on 21-22 May.The father-of-three said: “It's a British institution and David Jason is a national treasure.“He was absolutely lovely and so was his wife and daughter."Over the weekend I asked a couple of questions, and right at the last knockings his wife Gill came over to me and said ‘David, will you do this for this kind gentleman?’“I will forever be grateful that he said yes.“He signed my arm, and I had it tattooed the next day."I've got something I can have as a keepsake forever."Even my 15-year-old daughter - who isn't keen on Only Fools and Horses said 'that's sick, that's cushty Dad'.“I love it, I absolutely love it."His shop is part barbershop and part museum of the much-loved sitcom - with memorabilia covering every available space.There is even a bar just like the one in the living room of the Trotters' flat in Nelson Mandela House, but Nathan now plans to go even further by turning his shop into a living, breathing monument to the hit show.He added: “I want to turn the downstairs into a mini Nag's Head because I also have a karaoke

Only Fools and Horses is synonymous with British culture and its lead actor, Sir David Jason, is a national treasure. The show’s catchphrases, Del Boy’s tragi-comedy relationship with his brother Rodney Trotter and cast of characters are known by audiences of all ages and in its heyday, was attracting up to 24 million views an episode. In fact, the 1996 Christmas special was the most-watched episode ever.

Sir David Jason.The Hollywood actress, 52, who played Mariette on the show, starred alongside the Only Fools and Horses actor, 82, in popular series, The Darling Buds of May, where he played 'Pop' Larkin.Cosied up side by side, the duo grinned from ear to ear as they were pictured together at the launch of the second series of the show in 1992.The Welsh beauty affectionately placed an arm through David's as they sat on a bench together.Catherine looked super chic in thick black tights which she paired with an oversized cream blazer which featured large gold buttons.She wore her hair in a fashionable bob which had been curled to rest on her shoulders.David cut a smart casual picture in a pair of light blue trousers alongside a worn-in leather jacket.Catherine appeared in 18 episodes of the hit show and played the eldest Larkin daughter.

Patricia Brake has died at the age of 79 after battling cancer.The actress played Ingrid, the daughter of Ronnie Barker’s wise-cracking lag Norman Stanley Fletcher on the hit 1970s prison sitcom.But what do you know about the iconic BBC show? Here Daily Star helps you get your oats by revealing 15 fascinating facts.1. The show was written by comedy legends Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais, who also penned series such as The Likely Lads and Auf Wiedersehen, Pet. A pilot Porridge episode debuted in 1973 followed by the first series in 1974.2.

BBC show "had about three people watching it" but bosses decided to keep it regardless.He said: "It was not greeted well. With comedy you have to give it time to breathe, so the audience can learn about the characters."We got another series and even given the chance to keep improving.”“They don't want to do that these days, they just want the audience figures,” the Del Boy star concluded, according to the Mirror.David’s remarks come after his co-star John Challis issued a warning about the future of comedy shortly before his death last year.The late actor, who passed away aged 79, condemned cancel culture in the comedy world.He pointed out how every joke and opinion has the potential to offend someone.John told the Daily Star: “You've got to be so careful - the BBC are being so careful about what they're putting out and I think the world has changed.“I think it's just gone too far.

Only Fools and Horses legend David Jason has made an unexpected flying visit to Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm Shop.The Del Boy actor, 82, hasn't been seen in an official public capacity since he appeared on This Morning earlier this year but on Thursday (May 26), he paid an unexpected visit to the former Top Gear presenter's Chipping Norton farm.Not content to travel to the location by car, the David Frost star instead arrived in style by helicopter.David's visit with Jeremy, 62, was confirmed in a social media post shared by the official Diddly Squat Farm Shop Instagram account.The post featured two adorable pictures of Jason posing with The Grand Tour host.Jeremy could be seen dressed in a khaki green jacket with relaxed fit blue jeans, while David opted for a blue baseball cap, brown gillet and a bright red jumper.He can also be seen holding an official Diddly Squat Farm Shop bag in the images.A caption posted alongside the snaps reads: "Flying visit to Diddly Squat Farm from @onlydavidjason @captleonharris."Quick to share their excitement and admiration for the post were followers of the Diddly Squat Farm Shop's social media account.Followers and fans of Clarkson's Farm praised the "legendary" snaps and even requested that Jeremy and Jason begin a "new show" together.One fan wrote: "What a legend. In fact, two legends in one picture."Another commented: "Absolutely legendary, one of my favourite actors."A third admirer replied: "That's really something to cherish Jeremy.

He also expressed concerns that fans would cause a “riot” if the actor was there, as the show will be filled with fanatics of the Sitcom.Paul spoke on the Jason Mandford Show podcast, about how he hoped David didn’t turn up.He said: “That's not what you want, is it? Can you imagine if David Jason turned up?"If David Jason turned up there would be a riot I think.“I think the audience would go crazy."Paul co-wrote the Theatre Royal Haymarket production with Jim Sullivan, son of the TV show’s late creator, John Sullivan.John died aged 64 in 2011 after contracting viral pneumonia.Paul added: "I honestly think if he turned up we wouldn't be able to do the show."The actor explained the cast felt lots of pressure when the late John Challis, who played Boycie, showed up to watch the musical.John, 79, died in his sleep from cancer in September last year.Speaking further on the podcast, Paul joked the English language-only West End version is not always received positively by audience members from different parts of the world.He joked: "You do see the odd person sitting in total silence and you think 'German?'“‘What is this lovely, jubbly?’”The show has a huge global following and has achieved cult status.Only Fools and Horses is particularly popular in Serbia, where Del Boy and Boycie are practically worshipped.When the musical first opened in London, it was immensely popular and received five-star ratings from critics.In October 2021, Paul spoke up about health issues that were starting to become a problem for him.He spoke candidly with Saga Magazine about how he is trying to enjoy life to the fullest.When asked about his three stents he said: "In many ways I was lucky: my dad had a quadruple bypass in his fifties."When I had

, adding that a tumour in his liver is “shrinking” in response to treatment. He told the Sun newspaper: “I don’t drink now so I’m not going down the pub to celebrate — a salad and a sparkling water is more my thing. “I’ve had so many messages from my old Only Fools pals, like David Jason, when I revealed me diagnoses.

Sir David Jason, 82, said Queen Elizabeth has set the “standard of what Great Britain stands for” when he joined the star-studded line-up for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Sunday night.The actor accompanied the likes of Dame Kelly Holmes, Ant and Dec and Dame Maureen Lipman for a segment which discussed what the Queen means to them.Appearing in an opulent room, David proclaimed that the Queen is a “wonderful woman” and praised her for 70 years of service.The Only Fools and Horses star said: “[The Queen] is the sort of standard of what Great Britain stands for.”Speaking over clips of Her Majesty attending her father George VI’s funeral aged 25, David continued: “To take on the responsibility that was handed to her on her father’s death was tremendous.“How many people that age do you know that could do anywhere near what was expected of her.“She showed such metal...a wonderful woman.”The actor then commended the Queen for the dedication she has shown throughout her reign.He applauded: “She is an example to us all about how you can be dedicated to something.“Whether it is your job, to life, to your religion, to whatever.Possibly the most surprising was Tom Cruise who introduced the King's Troop, Royal Horse Artillery.Speaking on stage, the Top Gun actor said it was a “privilege” to be asked to take part in The Queen’s celebrations and gushed that he has “great respect” for the monarch.He said: “It’s a real privilege. I was just very honoured [when I was asked to be part of the Jubilee celebrations].

God Save The Queen. And Helen Mirren as Queen Elizabeth.

Dawn French. The furniture restorer turned TV presenter met the funnywoman when he starred in a skit with her and double act partner Jennifer Saunders. Jay says: “After we did Comic Relief, acting is something I spoke to Dawn French about and she said she thought I’d be really good at it, so I’m having one-to-one lessons.” He got a video message from his idol David Jason when he jived to the Only Fools And Horses theme tune on last year’s Strictly Christmas special.