John Junkin

John Junkin was an American actor known for his work in popular shows like EastEnders, The Army Game, and The World of Beachcomber. He gained a reputation in the entertainment industry as a talented scriptwriter and actor throughout the 1960s and 70s.

Personal and Family Life

John Junkin was born on January 29, 1930, in Ealing, London. He married Jenny Claybourn in 1977 and they had one child, a daughter named Annabel, born in 1979. Before finding success in acting and writing, he worked as a teacher but found little satisfaction in the role.

Career Highlights

Junkin started his career in 1960 with Joan Littlewood’s Theatre Workshop and was part of the original cast of Sparrows Can’t Sing alongside Barbara Windsor. Throughout his career, he became well-known for his work in British television comedies, crafting scripts for famous shows and collaborating with leading comedians of his time. He made memorable appearances in the television series EastEnders and had a successful career in film as well.

Death and Legacy

John Junkin passed away on March 7, 2006, in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, after a battle with lung cancer. He left a mark in the world of British comedy and television, with an entry in the Guinness Book of Records for his work in an iconic tea advertisement. His legacy continues through the influence he had on British television and comedy.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
A Hard Day’s Night 1964-07-07 Shake
The Plank 1967-05-18 One Eyed Truck Driver
Rosie Dixon – Night Nurse 1978-02-01 Mr. Dixon
Simon Simon 1970-06-01 2nd Workman – Driver
The Football Factory 2004-05-13 Albert Moss
Doctor in Love 1960-07-12 Policeman (uncredited)
The Wrong Box 1966-06-19 1st Engine Driver
Heavens Above! 1963-05-20
Scully’s New Year’s Eve 1978-01-03 Jack
Chicago Joe and the Showgirl 1990-05-16 George Heath
The Pumpkin Eater 1964-07-16 Undertaker
Hot Enough for June 1964-01-01 Clerk in Opening Scene
That Summer! 1979-07-06 Mr Swales
How I Won the War 1967-10-18 Large Child
Brass Target 1978-12-22 Carberry
Sparrows Can’t Sing 1963-03-26 Bridge Operator
Confessions from a Holiday Camp 1977-01-01 Whitemonk
Confessions of a Driving Instructor 1976-09-01 Luigi
A Handful of Dust 1988-06-24 Blenkinsop
Wombling Free 1977-12-31 County Surveyor
The Break 1963-07-07 Harry
Doctor in Clover 1966-03-08 Prison Warder (Uncredited)
Kaleidoscope 1966-07-01 Dominion Porter
Down at the Hydro 1983-09-04 Businessman
Chica de Río 2001-06-29 Mr. Bigelow
Journey to the Unknown 1969-06-15 Robert
When Steptoe Met Son 2002-08-20 Self
The Sandwich Man 1966-07-01 Chauffeur
The Kenny Everett Naughty Joke Box 1981-01-01 Self
Jason King 1971-09-15
Law and Disorder 1994-01-17
Countdown 1982-11-02
Mr. Bean 1990-01-01 Maître D’
Odd One Out 1982-04-16
Cooperama 1966-06-18
It’s Marty 1968-04-29
On The House 1970-09-24
Hello Cheeky 1976-01-19
The Bill 1984-10-16
The Avengers 1961-01-07 Sergeant
The Goodies 1970-11-08
The Adventures of Black Beauty 1972-09-

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