Terry-Thomas on health decline: 'Probably blow my brains out'
Jan 29, 2022 · At first there was speculation that Terry-Thomas had descended into a life of drink due to his slurred speech. However, the star addressed the rumours in a heartfelt BBC appeal …
Terry-Thomas - Wikipedia
In 1971 Terry-Thomas was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, which slowly brought his career to a conclusion; his last film role was in 1980. He spent much of his fortune on medical …
Terry-Thomas - "ITV News footage - Parkinson's Disease" - (1989)
Apr 16, 2011 · Broadcaster and writer Richard Hope-Hawkins organised a visit from an ITV news crew in the hope of making the public and the media aware of Terry's battle. By 1989 Terry …
Terry-Thomas, Known for Comic Roles as Cads, Dies
Jan 8, 1990 · Terry-Thomas, disabled and impoverished by Parkinson’s disease, died of complications from the illness at a nursing home in Godalming, Surrey, according to an …
Terry-Thomas, Gap-Toothed Comedy Actor, Dies at 78
Jan 9, 1990 · Terry-Thomas, the English comedy actor whose trademarks were the hyphen in his name and the gap between his two front teeth, died Monday in a nursing home in England.
Terry-Thomas, 78, British Film Comedian | The Seattle Times
Jan 8, 1990 · LONDON - Terry-Thomas, the gap-toothed British comedian who played the cad in dozens of films, died today. He was 78. Terry-Thomas, disabled and impoverished by …
Terry-Thomas, 78, Actor Who Satirized Britons - The New York Times
Jan 9, 1990 · Terry-Thomas, the comedian and character actor who satirized virtually every type of Briton from upper-class cads to crooks, from dandies to daredevils, died of Parkinson's …
A Final Curtain Call: Terry-Thomas (1911-1990) - Blogger
Jul 9, 2015 · In June 1982 Terry appeared on the BBC science series The Human Brain to discuss and highlight Parkinson's Disease, and his appearance led directly to £32,000 being …
Terry-Thomas: Behind the Dirty, Rotten Scoundrel, an interview …
Oct 9, 2012 · However, his years of great success were cut short by Parkinson’s Disease, which cruelly robbed him of everything and left him “a crippled, crushed shadow.” Thomas had …
Lets remember the actor Terry-Thomas (1911 - Reddit
But it was in 1971 that he was dealt a devastating blow. He was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, after falling ill while performing in a play in Sydney, Australia. His doctor noticed a …