Bill Dare
English comedy writer (1960–2025) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Dare Jones (16 May 1960 – 1 March 2025), known professionally as Bill Dare, was an English writer and producer of radio and television comedy programmes.[1]
Bill Dare | |
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| Born | 16 May 1960 London, England |
| Died | 1 March 2025 (aged 64) |
| Nationality | English |
| Alma mater | University of Manchester |
| Occupation(s) | Author, director, writer, producer |
| Known for | Dead Ringers The Now Show |
| Parent(s) | Peter Jones and Jeri Jones |
Early life and career
Bill Dare Jones was born in London on 16 May 1960,[2] as the son of actor, screenwriter and broadcaster Peter Jones.[3] He attended Manchester University.[4]
Dare was an author and producer/devisor of various (mainly comedy) programmes mainly for BBC Radio and television, including The Mary Whitehouse Experience, Dead Ringers, The Now Show, The Late Edition, I've Never Seen Star Wars and The Secret World, and Brian Gulliver's Travels. He was also the producer of eight series of ITV's Spitting Image.[5] A notable feature of the radio version of Dead Ringers was Jon Culshaw imitating the voice of Tom Baker at the end of the credits, saying Dare's name in an exaggerated fashion.
Personal life and death
Dare had a daughter from a relationship with Mary Downes. Dare married Lucy Jagger in 2020.[6][7]
Dare died following a traffic collision abroad on 1 March 2025.[2] His death was announced by his agent two days later, on 3 March.[6][3] He was 64.[8] He received tributes from several comedians and industry colleagues.[6][9][10] Dead Ringers star Jon Culshaw remembered Dare as the "wisest comedy alchemist and the dearest, dearest friend."[6]
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