Roy Walker (comedian)
Roy Walker | |
|---|---|
Walker in 2012 | |
| Born | Robert Walker 1940 (age 85–86) Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Notable work | Catchphrase The Comedians |
| Spouse |
Jean
(m. 1962; died 1989) |
| Children | 3, including Josie Walker |
| Comedy career | |
| Years active | 1977–present |
| Medium | Stand-up, presenter |
| Genre | Observational comedy |
| Website | www.roywalker.co.uk |
Robert "Roy" Walker is a television personality and comedian from Northern Ireland, who worked for many years as both a television presenter and comedy actor. He is best known as the original host of the game show Catchphrase between 1986 and 1999, and as one of the stars of the comedy showcase The Comedians.