Jimmy Jewel was an English actor and comedian, born on December 4, 1909, in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. He is best known for his roles in The Avengers, Nearest and Dearest, and Thicker Than Water. Jewel passed away on December 3, 1995, in London, England.
Personal and Family Life
Jimmy Jewel was married to Belle Bluett from 1939 until her death in 1985. Together, they had two children, including a daughter named Kerry Jewel. His father was also a comedian, known as Jimmy Jewel, and he often worked with his cousin, Ben Warriss. Jewel’s early start in comedy began at age 10, officially becoming a comedian in 1928.
Death and Legacy
Jimmy Jewel died just one day shy of his 86th birthday on December 3, 1995, in London. His legacy lives on through his extensive career in entertainment, where he made significant contributions to British comedy and television. Many remember him for his unique comedic style and memorable performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Krays | 1990-04-27 | Cannonball Lee |
| Let’s Have a Murder | 1950-12-31 | Jimmy Jewsbury |
| What a Carry On! | 1949-01-01 | Jimmy B. Jervis |
| The Little Match Girl | 1986-12-28 | Butler |
| Nearest and Dearest | 1972-01-01 | Eli Pledge |
| Arthur’s Hallowed Ground | 1984-10-30 | Arthur |
| Your Name’s Not God, It’s Edgar | 1968-12-09 | |
| Funny Up North | 2011-07-23 | Himself |
| Rocinante | 1986-11-01 | Projectionist |
| Pasmore | 1980-10-21 | Mr. Pasmore |
| The Cause | 1981-02-03 | George Harley – England 1980 |
| Missing Persons | 1990-05-30 | Frank Cross |
| The Story of Pantomime | 1976-12-23 | Self |
| Afters | 1990-08-29 | Sam |
| The Man Who Had Power Over Women | 1970-08-12 | Mr Pringle |
| Rhythm Serenade | 1943-10-11 | |
| The Avengers | 1961-01-07 | Maxie Martin |
| One Foot In the Grave | 1990-01-04 | |
| Lovejoy | 1986-01-10 | Boswell |
| Nearest and Dearest | 1968-08-15 | |
| The Jewel And Warriss Show | 1956-09-15 | |
| Spring And Autumn | ||
| Hideaway | 1986-02-11 | |
| The Sooty Show | 1955-01-16 | Himself |
| Casualty | 1986-09-06 | Sid Towers |
| Tell Me Another | 1976-01-01 | Guest |
| The Ed Sullivan Show | 1948-06-20 | Self |
| Hetty Wainthropp Investigates | 1996-01-03 | Frank Cross |
| Worzel Gummidge | 1979-02-25 | Betting Office Manager |
| Play for Today | 1970-10-15 | Mr. Pasmore |