John Challis dead: Only Fools and Horses ‘Boycie’ dies at 79 after cancer battle

John Challis, finest recognized for taking part in Boycie in Solely Fools and Horses has died on the age of 79 after an extended battle with most cancers

Solely Fools And Horses actor John Challis has died “peacefully in his sleep, after an extended battle with most cancers”.

The star, who was finest recognized for taking part in Terrance ‘Boycie’ Boyce within the sitcom, was 79.

His household shared the unhappy information of his dying.

John may even be remembered for his roles in Solely Fools spin-off The Inexperienced Inexperienced Grass and Benidorm.

He started his TV profession in 1967, starring within the likes of The Newcomers and Z-Automobiles.

Over time, he additionally appeared in Coronation Avenue, The Sweeney, Physician Who, Open All Hours and numerous different exhibits.

He starred in just a few motion pictures in his time too, most not too long ago in Dream and Subterrain in 2001.

John’s household mentioned in a press release: “It’s with heavy hearts that we convey you such unhappy information.

“Our expensive buddy and yours, John Challis, has died peacefully in his sleep, after an extended battle with most cancers.

“He’ll all the time be liked for being ‘Boycie’ and leaves an awesome legacy of labor that may proceed to convey pleasure and smiles for a few years to come back.

“Please respect the privateness of John’s household and associates at this tough time, and be assured that sooner or later there will likely be an event to have a good time John’s life – when everybody will likely be welcome to come back alongside.”

In addition they mentioned that donations in his reminiscence will be made to his chosen animal charities Cuan Wildlife Rescue, Tusk or the British Hedgehog Preservation Society.

Their assertion added: “As Boycie would have mentioned… you recognize it is sensible!”

Earlier this month, it was introduced that John had been compelled to cancel a number of of his tour dates as a result of his sick well being.

He had been identified with most cancers in 2019.

After the unhappy information of his dying broke, tributes started pouring in.

The Three Levels singer Sheila Ferguson tweeted: “I’ve been ready for this for just a few days now.

“It’s with nice unhappiness that I inform you that my expensive buddy, John Challis (Boycie from OFAH) has simply handed.

“I’ve been in contact along with his spouse, Carol, who is clearly heartbroken, as am I. A lot love, S.”

Strictly Come Dancing’s Richard Coles tweeted: “Oh no, @BeingBoycie has died! I solely knew him on Twitter however he was beautiful #RIPBoycie”

TV channel Gold posted: “We’re saddened that the great John Challis who performed Boycie so brilliantly in Solely Fools and Horses and The Inexperienced Inexperienced Grass has handed away at 79. We adored working with John and can all the time treasure his on-screen brilliance. Our ideas are along with his household and associates.”

John acquired a lot pleasure from taking part in Boycie in Solely Fools, which he starred in alongside Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst.

He had launched two autobiographies charting his profession, known as Being Boycie and Boycie & Past.

Charles married fourth spouse Carol in Brighton in 1995. He did not have any kids.