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“At my age, some people are lucky enough to hang on to their hair and their looks. “I wish I looked like I used to but I’m not going to have Botox or anything. Ageing comes to all of us and I am what I am.”Over 21 million viewers had tuned in to watch the 1986 Christmas finale of the show. Paul discussed how “flattered” he was that many of those viewers would write letters to him admitting their crushes. “I was always a little shy of those kind of things.

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

EastEnders star Paul Nicholas, who played the show's Gavin Sullivan, has had an action-packed career spanning 40 years.Nicholas, who played Sharon Watts' dad on the BBC soap, first stepped foot in Albert Square in August 2015 until his death a year later.During his stint, Paul's shady character was at the centre of some heinous storylines, including the murder of Margaret Midhurst in 2016 and attempting to blow up the Mitchell residency in 2015.READ NEXT: Paul Nicholas says surprise coincidence led him to taking Just Good Friends roleOutside of the soap, actor Paul became famous after appearing in Just Good Friends in the early 80s, playing Vincent Pinner.The actor also had leading roles in films, including Stardust, and had released chart-topping pop hits in the seventies, including Grandma's Party. Daily Star takes a look into the actor's extraordinary life and incredible career.

ITV's The Good Karma Hospital - as well as voicing beloved children's character Bob The Builder.Along with a number one pop record, Neil has become a national TV treasure - but away from our screens, he has also led a very interesting life too, including his second job away from the limelight.READ NEXT: Paul Nicholas says surprise coincidence led him to taking Just Good Friends roleAs Neil Morrissey celebrates his 60th birthday, Daily Star takes a closer look inside his life - from his dalliance with Amanda Holden to his surprising second career as a pub owner.

Only Fools and Horses writer John Sullivan gave TV viewers the ultimate will they, won't they sitcom, after he wrote eighties BBC hit Just Good Friends.The show, which followed former lovers Penny Warrender and Vince Pinner as they rekindled their romance - five years after Vince jilted Penny at the alter - was watched by more than 21million viewers at its peak between 1983 and 1986.READ NEXT: Only Fools icon John Challis' secret 'touching' Benidorm gesture to Carol DeckerIt was also named one of the best British sitcoms in a BBC poll in 2004, and has recently returned to our screens on streaming service BritBox.Before his Just Good Friends fame, Paul had previously starred in a number of theatre productions, had leading roles in films including Stardust, and had released chart topping pop hits in the seventies including Grandma's Party and Dancing with The Captain.However, the talented star revealed that it was actually an unexpected coincidence that led him to landing the part of Vince Pinner in Just Good Friends, telling us: "John Sullivan just so happened to be in on the night I was on TV in this light romantic comedy [Little Rococo], and remembered me."He added: "Most people would have gone, he's a pop singer isn't he? He doesn't do sitcoms. "John recognised in me something that most people would have missed.

DON'T MISS...Adam and Katya's Strictly 'warning' after 'kiss' [UPDATE]Jeremy Clarkson speaks out on praise amid BBC's Countryfile backlash [INSIGHT]Neil Jones inundated with support as he finds it 'hard to wake up' [UPDATE]Fans of the 1980s star were shocked to see Paul on television again after almost four decades since his hit TV show, with many taking to Twitter after failing to recognise him."Blimey I didn't recognise Paul Nicholas!! [shocked face] #ThisMorning," Twitter user Fibutton wrote online."I didn’t recognise Paul Nicholas on This Morning..." the5guys07 added, sharing the same thought."Paul Nicholas looks well different #ThisMorning," MonaghanCalum wrote."Omg I used to fancy paul Nicholas in Just Good Friends #ThisMorning," user

EastEnders star and Just Good Friends legend Paul Nicholas surprised fans as he appeared on ITV's This Morning as a rapper.Paul, 76, who is known to fans for playing Kathy Beale's third husband Gavin Sullivan in the soap shocked fans with his new look and career change.Appearing on Tuesday's programme with a white goatee beard, the actor who is also a musical theatre and pop star, told presenters Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary that he wanted to do something different in his profession.Giving fans further insight into his new found hip-hop talent, a clip was also played of Paul rapping about tea and why he loves it so much.Dressed in a suit while wearing a flat cap, the father-of-six said: "I was going to be a rapper like Jay Z.

Only Fools and Horses and Citizen Smith.Just Good Friends aired on the BBC from 1983-1986 and starred Jan Francis and Paul Nicholas as Penny and Vince, two former lovers who accidently meet again five years.The series followed the characters in their will they-won't they friendship, with millions of viewers tuning in to watch the 1984 Christmas special that looked back on how Penny and Vince originally met.We look back on the cast of Just Good Friends, their careers and where they are now.Paul Nicholas starred as Vincent Pinner in Just Good Friends, and also sang the show's theme song of the same name.Prior to Just Good Friends, he had already appeared in stage productions including Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats, had a UK top 10 hit with the

EastEnders.The villain, played by Paul Nicholas, will be killed off on the BBC soap this spring.And we can reveal that his daughter Sharon Watts, played by Letitia Dean, certainly isn’t going to give him a dignified resting place.In dramatic scenes, she will chuck his ashes into a bin.A show source said: “Gavin and Sharon had a turbulent relationship as father and daughter.“His death is an emotional time for her.

EASTSENDERS' Sharon Watts is set for more turmoil after the shock death of her dad Gavin Sullivan. Pictures show the Vic landlady actress Letitia Dean, 53, and Cathy Beale star Gillian Taylforth, 65, filming the 'Celebration of Life' Wake for the former Albert Square star.