Kenneth MacDonald was an American actor who is best known for his role as Mike Fisher in the sitcom “Only Fools and Horses,” which aired from 1981 to 1996, as well as appearances in various films and television shows.
Personal and Family Life
Kenneth MacDonald was born in Manchester, England, on November 20, 1950. He married Sheila, and together they had two children. Throughout his career, he had a deep affection for the cast and crew of “Only Fools and Horses,” where he felt a strong connection to everyone involved in the show.
Career Highlights
Kenneth gained fame for portraying Mike, the landlord at the Nag’s Head pub in “Only Fools and Horses.” His role, although not the main character, was beloved by fans, and he was known for his memorable line, “Who threw that?” during the show. MacDonald had a career that included various television appearances and guest roles across different shows.
Death and Legacy
Kenneth MacDonald passed away from a heart attack on August 5, 2001, while vacationing with his family in Hawaii. His death coincided with the announcement of a new series of “Only Fools and Horses.” He is buried in Teddington Cemetery in Twickenham, S.W. London, with a headstone featuring the twin masks of Comedy and Tragedy, honoring his contributions to acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| My Night with Reg | 1997-03-14 | Benny |
| A Rather English Marriage | 1998-12-30 | Barman |
| Breaking Glass | 1980-10-01 | Security Man |
| Laughterhouse | 1984-09-01 | Peter Armitage |
| Keep an Eye on Albert | 1975-11-11 | John |
| Chance of a Lifetime | 1980-01-03 | School teacher |
| Dream | 2001-08-26 | Pete |
| Cor, Blimey! | 2000-04-24 | Eddie |
| U.F.O. The Movie | 1993-12-10 | Plumber |
| Only Fools and Horses | 1981-09-08 | Mike Fisher |
| Heartbeat | 1992-04-10 | Inspector Jennings |
| The Last Detective | 2003-02-07 | Stephen Pierce |
| It Ain’t Half Hot Mum | 1974-01-03 | Gunner ‘Nobby’ Clark |
| Press Gang | 1989-01-16 | Marvin Bixby |