Barry Cryer
| Barry Cryer OBE | |
|---|---|
Cryer in 2006 | |
| Birth name | Barry Charles Cryer |
| Born | 23 March 1935 Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Died | 25 January 2022 (aged 86) Harrow, London, England |
| Spouse |
Theresa Donovan (m. 1962) |
| Children | 4 |
| Notable works and roles | I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue (1972–2022) |
Barry Charles Cryer (23 March 1935 – 25 January 2022) was an English writer, comedian, and actor. As well as performing on stage, radio and television, Cryer wrote for many performers including Dave Allen, Stanley Baxter, Jack Benny, Rory Bremner, George Burns, Jasper Carrott, Tommy Cooper, Ronnie Corbett, Les Dawson, Dick Emery, Kenny Everett, Bruce Forsyth, David Frost, Bob Hope, Frankie Howerd, Richard Pryor, Spike Milligan, Mike Yarwood, The Two Ronnies and Morecambe and Wise.