David Jason is a multi-talented British entertainer who has made a name for himself in the fields of acting, comedy, writing and television producing.
He is widely recognised for his iconic character portrayals such as Derek “Delboy” Trotter in the popular BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses, Detective Inspector Jack Frost in the crime drama Touchy Peasy, Granville in the classic sitcom Open 24/7 and its sequel Open 24/7, and Poplar King in the glamour series Buds of May.
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- Full name: David Jason,
- Stage name: David Jason,
- Date of birth: February 2, 1940
- Age: 83
- Birthplace: Edmonton,
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 1.68 m
- Parents: Arthur R. White and Olwen Jones
- Siblings: Arthur White
- Spouse: Welsh, Jill Hinchcliffe and Jennifer Hill.
- Children: Sophie Mae and Abi Harris.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $10 million.
Early life and education
David Jason was born in the vibrant city of Edmonton, London, England, on February 2, 1940. Interestingly, he was born with his twin brother, Arthur White, who also pursued a career in show business.
David’s father, Arthur Robert White, made his living as a porter at the famous Billingsgate fish market, while his hard-working mother, Olwen Jones, from Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, was a cleaner.
In 1951, Jason enrolled at Northfield Modern School after failing his 11+ examinations. Despite initial disappointment, he remained determined to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. His elder brother’s success greatly influenced his ambitions in this field.
Profession
Jason began his television career as Bert Bradshaw in Crossroads in 1964. Three years later, he co-starred with Eric Idle, Terry Jones, Denise Coffey and Michael Palin in the children’s comedy series Don’t Adjust Your Settings, playing a variety of roles, including a parody of the superhero Captain Marvel.
Humphrey Buckley was impressed by Jason’s sense of rhythm and asked him to star in Don’t Adjust Your Settings. This decision was made to balance the more cerebral style of Idle, Jones and Palin. After the show ended in 1969, Jason’s character then appeared in Thames Television’s children’s show Magpie.
In the 1970s, Jason appeared in many television shows, such as Good food, two ronnies and porridgeIn 1981, he played Derek “Del Boy” Trotter in Only Fools and Horsesultimately gaining widespread recognition. The series ran for eight successful seasons and 26 episodes, and continues to be regarded as one of the most popular sitcoms in British television history.
Awards and nominations
4 BAFTA Awards (British Academy Film Awards):
- Best Actor in a Comedy Series (Porterhouse Blue)
- Best Light Entertainment Performance (Only Fools and Horses)
- Best Comedy Show (Fools and Horses Christmas Special)
- scholarship
4 British Comedy Awards:
- Best Actor in a Television Comedy Series (Only Fools and Horses)
- 7 National Television Awards:
- The most popular light entertainment program, only for fools and horses
- Favorite Actor (Fools and Horses)
- Most Popular Drama Performance: “A Love So Beautiful”
- 1 Royal Television Society Award:
- Best Light Entertainment Performance (Only Fools and Horses)
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Personal life
Jason is a well-known figure who has been married twice, the first time being to the talented Welsh actress Myfanwy Talog.
Their relationship lasted an impressive 18 years, during which time they shared a home and created countless memories together. Unfortunately, Myfanwy was diagnosed with breast cancer and David remained by her side, a devoted partner in her courageous battle until her tragic death in 1995.
Jason and Jill Hinchcliffe had their daughter Sophie May in 2001, when Jason was 61. Eventually, they married in 2005 and currently live in Ellesborough, Buckinghamshire.
In 2022, Jason stumbled upon some surprising information and learned that he had a daughter named Abi Harris. This news shocked him because he had not previously known she existed. It turns out that Abi was born in 1970, when Jason had a brief relationship with actress Jennifer Hill.
Filmography
television
- Possible guy
- nice one
- porridge
- Open all day
- Only fools and horses
- A touch of frost
- May’s buds
- Royal Bodyguard
- Still open all day
- Chaotic Earth
- David Jason: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
- David Jason’s Secret Service
Movie
- The BFG
- The Wind in the Willows
- The King’s Men
- Rain or shine
- Albert Memorial
- The color of magic
- Cold Dinner Behind Harrods
net worth
Famous British actor David Jason is worth $10 million. He has played many legendary roles, including Derek “Del Boy” Trotter in the BBC sitcom “Only Fools and Horses”, Detective Jack Frost in “A Touch of Frost”, Granville in “Open All Hours” and “Still Open All Hours”, and Pop Larkin in “The Darling Buds of May”. David Jason has become a leading figure in the entertainment industry with his extraordinary talent and adaptability.
