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English actor, comedian, author and political activist
British actor and banjo aficionado Ricky Tomlinson was best known for his role as head of the household Jim Royle in the hit British television show The Royle Family. Tomlinson appeared in his first film role in 1990.
| Born | September 26, 1939 |
| Hometown | Bispham, Lancashire, England |
| Net worth | $20 million |
| Height | 5'8" (1.73m) |
| Spouse | Rita Cumiskey (m 2003 - present) , Marlene Clifton (m 1962 - 1986) |
| Parents | Peggy Tomlinson |
Top Stories
Londoner’s Diary: Rip-offs of our Trip are shameless, says Steve Coogan
- In today’s Diary: Coogan’s ire at copycats / Robert Peston cha-chas away from Strictly / Whitehall WFH wars
Videos
Stars, friends and fans celebrate Sir Ken Dodd's life
Fans, friends and stars including Ricky Tomlinson and Stan Boardman have turned out in force today to celebrate the life of comedian Sir Ken Dodd.
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Albums
Christmas My Arse
2006
Christmas My A*se! [1 Track]
2006
Music My Arse
2001
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | British Academy of Film & Television Arts | Comedy Performance | The Royle Family | Nominated |