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  • Опубликовано: 23 ноя 2024

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  • @peterjeffery1854
    @peterjeffery1854 9 месяцев назад +36

    i am 63 this man will be sadly missed the same as all of the greats

  • @DanielDaniel-zg3li
    @DanielDaniel-zg3li Год назад +34

    I've listened to Jethro over and over again and I still cannot get enough of him.
    I wished I could have seen him live on the stage

    • @joannemayhew8591
      @joannemayhew8591 Месяц назад +1

      I was lucky enough to see Jethro in the 1990's in Wimbledon theatre

  • @johnreed8336
    @johnreed8336 2 года назад +268

    Absolutely brilliant. He deserved a much wider audience.
    What a sad loss.

    • @TheWillHadcroft
      @TheWillHadcroft 2 года назад +13

      Agree 100%.

    • @brianconway100
      @brianconway100 2 года назад +13

      Although he wasn’t on tv regularly, according to Jim Davidson in his eulogy speech at Jethro’s funeral (on RUclips), Jethro’s dvds sold more than anyone else’s. Must have sold in the millions. Great comedian.

    • @joyceclayton8360
      @joyceclayton8360 2 года назад +5

      He will be sadly missed one one northerner ronnie

    • @DJMURBENYI
      @DJMURBENYI 5 месяцев назад +1

      Classic party

    • @RobMatton
      @RobMatton 4 месяца назад

      If China hadn't created covid, he'd most probably still be with us today

  • @richardjames2547
    @richardjames2547 2 года назад +98

    We will miss this proud Cornishman but always remember so much laughter. Rest well.

  • @ryanhorsfield2423
    @ryanhorsfield2423 2 года назад +53

    I loved this man’s jokes for years. He’s a total star. Best comedian ever

  • @richie6921
    @richie6921 2 года назад +278

    This guy tells jokes in his sleep. He's like Tommy Cooper, totally effortless. One of those names that will live forever in the comedy circuit. R.I.P Jethro

    • @colingeddes2172
      @colingeddes2172 2 года назад +12

      Yeah the cornish tommy cooper. Both comedy legends. R i p jethro.

    • @23715
      @23715 Год назад +4

      Tommy Cooper was funny ?

    • @martinputt6421
      @martinputt6421 Год назад +5

      @@23715 Yeah he has in my opinion and many others.

    • @loulukacs7302
      @loulukacs7302 Год назад +2

      ​@@colingeddes2172 😅😅

    • @ronaldyardley8965
      @ronaldyardley8965 Год назад +4

      Tommy Cooper & Jethro Very Very Funny!!😂

  • @MElaughs
    @MElaughs 2 года назад +55

    First ever live comedian I watched. No regrets. Absolute legend.
    Rest well, Jethro. Your deliverance was always epic.

    • @sillyolpom
      @sillyolpom 2 года назад +7

      What a sad loss - RIP Jerrold and thanks for the laughs

  • @ianturrell4319
    @ianturrell4319 2 года назад +79

    I knew this guy in the 1970's, very funny then, very funny now, a true superstar.
    RIP Jethro, thank you for everything

  • @JAY-lo3sx
    @JAY-lo3sx 2 года назад +38

    A truly remarkable man. Who has given us all so much joy. You will be so very much missed but you will never be forgotten. Thank you.

  • @keyblade280
    @keyblade280 2 года назад +29

    Tragic loss of such a genuine and funny person forever a legend RIP Jethro you will be sadly missed

  • @jordanhodgkins8164
    @jordanhodgkins8164 2 года назад +35

    I was lucky enough to grow up with Jethro,every Christmas my dad would have his dvd.. RIP Jethro proper legend 🤜🏻🤛🏻

    • @toysforthetoygod2671
      @toysforthetoygod2671 2 года назад +2

      My Dad was exactly the same. Every year

    • @jordanhodgkins8164
      @jordanhodgkins8164 2 года назад +1

      @@toysforthetoygod2671 your dad has good taste 😏👌 I hope they bring out his DVD collection be nice to have the old originals again I like the earlier VHS stuff it’s so funny

    • @mercedesblack7828
      @mercedesblack7828 2 года назад +2

      Same here!
      He was never what is deemed as an offensive comedian.

    • @jordanhodgkins8164
      @jordanhodgkins8164 2 года назад +1

      @@mercedesblack7828 I know a good old fashioned British comic like the two Ronnie’s they’ll never be replaced just cherished in our hearts ♥️ 🙏

    • @seanwilliams1534
      @seanwilliams1534 2 года назад

      Same here, every year I got the Jethro dvd for father, tears of laughter on Xmas day.

  • @J85323
    @J85323 9 месяцев назад +4

    Over 30 years ago, I spent three nights in the local pub in st buryan, He was there, those three nights and had us in absolute stitches, what a fantastic comedian the roof nearly fell off the pub.

  • @eugene4154
    @eugene4154 2 года назад +40

    The greatest standup comedian the world was blessed to have, taken far too early, st peter will be kept entertained for life,
    Thank you JETHRO for all the laughs you gave me

    • @tonyperry4392
      @tonyperry4392 2 года назад +1

      Yes with Jethro & Tommy Cooper there will be a lot of laughter in heaven

    • @davidkern4695
      @davidkern4695 2 года назад +2

      Absolutely Hilarious…👏👏😂🤣👌If there is another place after we all depart I just hope Jethro is there to entertain us all once again😏🥃x

    • @johnwinton2209
      @johnwinton2209 Год назад

      Jethro was brilliant. His wry humour, effortless. Your comment however, should have said, 'in my opinion' as I have read elsewhere that others were/are tge best ever.

    • @Dallas-Nyberg
      @Dallas-Nyberg 10 месяцев назад +4

      Yep... St Pete will ask him why he is there and Jethro will say... "Well, what happened was........"

  • @KenHarrington32
    @KenHarrington32 2 года назад +18

    What an absolute LEGEND. He is soo matter of fact with his delivery and punch lines. R.I.P Jethro you was BRILLIANT mate.

  • @pil6rim
    @pil6rim 2 года назад +66

    Proper comedian, Rest in Peace

  • @Land2020-w6w
    @Land2020-w6w Год назад +9

    THE BEST COMEDIAN EVER IN MY OPINION. GOD BLESS YOU. RIP GEOFF.

  • @wiltonfarm4816
    @wiltonfarm4816 2 года назад +46

    Had the great pleasure of seeing him live in our village hall .Absolutely brilliant .One of the best. R.I.P.

  • @Jim-t1e
    @Jim-t1e Год назад +6

    Heard jim davidson talking about his best mate jethro,this man was so good,and jim davidsons tribute at the funeral was so touching.

  • @stevemoss7793
    @stevemoss7793 2 года назад +38

    Saw him live twice; a genuinely funny stand-up comedian with definitely none of the PC nonsense! I had no idea he'd passed away.

  • @philt5782
    @philt5782 Месяц назад +1

    There are few people that make me actually cry with laughter. You are one of them. God bless you Geoff. I'm so glad I got to see you at the Wyvern. RIP

  • @SilverBullet888
    @SilverBullet888 10 месяцев назад +14

    Outstanding comedian never got the national recognition he truly deserved

  • @petermainwaringsx
    @petermainwaringsx 2 года назад +5

    I've heard almost all of Geoffs jokes, but they still make me laugh. He had a unique talent. RIP.

  • @TheWillHadcroft
    @TheWillHadcroft 2 года назад +14

    I loved him, back in the day. He was great. Lovely to see him again here. Thanks for uploading.

  • @leec6424
    @leec6424 Год назад +13

    His delivery is amazing. Even when it's jokes I've heard before he makes them even better.

  • @metalman4289
    @metalman4289 2 года назад +22

    Jethro always without fail will have me in stitches laughing. RIP Jethro

  • @hawkeye1939
    @hawkeye1939 2 года назад +8

    So so sad your gone Jethro RIP, u have giving me so many proper belly laughs over the years and u will be sadly missed

  • @petethegas7722
    @petethegas7722 2 года назад +47

    My favourite comic, sadly gone, never saw him use the “F” word like so many do nowadays, very suggestive but never offensive, absolutely brilliant, thanks for all the laughs Jethro, we’ll miss you.

    • @user-ov2vc2xg3z
      @user-ov2vc2xg3z Месяц назад +1

      Fella cursed like a sailor anyway

    • @garypring2658
      @garypring2658 Месяц назад

      you need to get out more and watch proper stand ups like peter now he is funny the best stand up are from the north/northwest and scotland

  • @jimmcgannon7059
    @jimmcgannon7059 2 года назад +23

    A real entertainer. Sad to see him pass in this way. R.I.P.

  • @vanessakelly5993
    @vanessakelly5993 2 года назад +14

    I saw him live in Wolverhampton & was holding my sides from laughing so much, great comedian & sadly missed 😢😢

  • @hglmedia307
    @hglmedia307 2 года назад +15

    Very sad loss and such a great talent a phenomenal comedian and Cornish legend, my condolences to his family at this very sad time, Rest In Peace JETHRO 🙏✝️

  • @andymcinnes6365
    @andymcinnes6365 2 года назад +8

    A comedy legend and true gentleman! We won't see the likes of him again!!🤗

  • @richardclatworthy6381
    @richardclatworthy6381 2 года назад +6

    Gutted I missed him last time he toured. What an amazing man, had me laughing for years.
    RIP sir

  • @jakebanevicius
    @jakebanevicius 2 года назад +12

    Thank you for this lovely tribute! He will be dearly missed down here in Cornwall, a true Cornish superstar!

  • @SPExJR
    @SPExJR 2 года назад +3

    met this guy backstage, pure, honest and all round great real bloke

  • @howatdsavage5988
    @howatdsavage5988 2 года назад +6

    This guy was one of the funniest comedians ever.
    Luckily I managed to see him three times live on stage.
    R.I.P.Mate!!.

  • @ianr9898
    @ianr9898 2 года назад +5

    The genius of comedy. Will be a huge loss in my life RIP Geoff

  • @BelloBudo007
    @BelloBudo007 9 месяцев назад +3

    That was bloody funny!! I do like the pace & tone of it all. One of the best.

  • @tramlad2
    @tramlad2 2 года назад +14

    Lovely fellow and so funny, RIP you will be missed our Jethro

  • @jordanvine5868
    @jordanvine5868 2 месяца назад +1

    PROPER, PROFESSIONAL, REAL & MASTER joke teller & joke writer
    With the JOKE MASTER now gone it has left an ENORMOUS hole in the comedy world which will be INCREDIBLY HARD to fill

  • @anthonyclegg1511
    @anthonyclegg1511 Год назад +2

    Got all his DVDs, when I feel down, I put him on, cheers me up no end. 😂😂😂🐱.

  • @stuartjones1982
    @stuartjones1982 2 года назад +66

    An absolute legend. Rip

  • @bernardharvey187
    @bernardharvey187 2 года назад +2

    I first saw Jethro over 40years ago at a gig in Penzance, always been a fan of this funny man

  • @thesocialmediascientistmbe
    @thesocialmediascientistmbe 9 месяцев назад +5

    Saw him twice and met him once after a show in Bournemouth. I'll never forget him walking out to meet his fans with his pipe in his mouth.
    Absolute Legend.

  • @desertrat5782
    @desertrat5782 Год назад +4

    The greatest comedian never seen on TV enough

  • @jamesfriery
    @jamesfriery 2 года назад +52

    RIP Jethro. You are sadly missed.

  • @noeljames784
    @noeljames784 2 года назад +12

    A genuinely very funny man. Thanks for making me laugh . Heaven will be rocking with laughter ! R.I.P. Jethro

  • @wilkywilky7814
    @wilkywilky7814 8 месяцев назад +2

    He was one of the best along with Dave Allen and Billy Connolly all 3 very funny stand up comics

  • @geko7844
    @geko7844 2 месяца назад

    I went to see Jethro once. I’d never heard of the bloke and got offered the tickets as someone cancelled. Laughed non stop all evening and several of his jokes is on my all time favourite list. Honoured to have seen him before he passed.

  • @Bazrad68
    @Bazrad68 2 года назад +60

    How am I just hearing about this guy now? He’s brilliant. 👍

    • @tonyryan1574
      @tonyryan1574 2 года назад +7

      Not allowed on mainstream TV mate

    • @Bazrad68
      @Bazrad68 2 года назад

      @@tonyryan1574 That’s a shame. This bloke seems too good not to be more well known.

    • @tonyryan1574
      @tonyryan1574 2 года назад +6

      @@Bazrad68 surely in the name of political correctness you don't want an actual funny man on the BBC 🤔

    • @Bazrad68
      @Bazrad68 2 года назад +3

      @@tonyryan1574 Well, sadly I only just heard about him this morning and I laughed out loud. We have Rodney Rude and Kevin Bloody Wilson here so he would have been bloody famous here in Australia.

    • @dogphlap6749
      @dogphlap6749 2 года назад +2

      My sentiments exactly.

  • @roycanham7950
    @roycanham7950 Год назад +1

    We saw him in Ivybridge about six years ago. It's a small venue which was completely sold out. Jethro came into the bar before the show and went round and spoke to as many people as he could, which luckily included my wife and I. It was like talking to someone you have known for years. We both came out of the show with aching sides through laughing so much. RIP Jethro.

  • @stephonlong6036
    @stephonlong6036 9 месяцев назад +1

    A proper gentleman, a proper comedian....and a proper job my hansom....goodnight and God bless....signing off....Jethro ❤ 🙏

  • @vinceball355
    @vinceball355 2 года назад +3

    One of the UK's best comedians ever. R. I. P

  • @strattwanger
    @strattwanger 2 года назад +8

    One of the greatest. RIP Jethro

  • @theoutsider4066
    @theoutsider4066 2 года назад +3

    No doubt about it, Jethro was one of a kind. Such a tragic loss.

  • @d.i.l.l.i.g.a.f.594
    @d.i.l.l.i.g.a.f.594 Год назад +3

    Fellow Cornish man. R.i.p. Jethro.
    Legend.

  • @marcushinton772
    @marcushinton772 Год назад +1

    I was supposed to see Jehtro as a treat for my birthday but sadly covid robbed me of seeing the gentleman of comedy, RIP my friend

  • @jamestreloar1065
    @jamestreloar1065 2 года назад +30

    I was at Jethro's funeral today. Jim Davidson spoke and it was hilarious.

    • @patkearney9320
      @patkearney9320 2 года назад +2

      Never even heard of Jethro till today my loss. He comes across as a fine man.

    • @jamestreloar1065
      @jamestreloar1065 2 года назад +4

      @@patkearney9320 he was a legend in Cornwall. You can't go into a cornish pub without hearing the local old cornish boys stood telling stories beginning with "What happened woz!"

    • @butlerpa100
      @butlerpa100 Год назад +1

      A happy event is definitely what he would have wished for.

  • @davidsheriff8989
    @davidsheriff8989 2 года назад +12

    I laughed with him for years..will be sadly missed..

  • @justinetijou7235
    @justinetijou7235 2 года назад +7

    RIP Jethro. Your wasp and bus station jokes are still my absolute favourites after many many years. What a sad, sad loss xx 😢

  • @paulnash7630
    @paulnash7630 Год назад +1

    Watch Jethro twice at his club in Lewdown, absolute legend and a very funny man, so sadly missed.

  • @petegolding2657
    @petegolding2657 2 года назад +3

    God bless Jethro now he's finally got off the train. Not at Cambourne though, they don't stop at Camboune Wednesdays .... we shall all miss Jethro, truly funny, talented man. 😄

  • @geofffowler9060
    @geofffowler9060 2 года назад

    I saw Geoff just before lockdown. I lived very near him and as was his wont he came down and spoke to people before the show. He told me he was retiring from touring. Such a pity he had no time to enjoy it. RIP old friend.

  • @BoroBootBoy
    @BoroBootBoy 4 месяца назад

    A different class of comedy that will probably never be seen again. At least we were able to enjoy it.

  • @keithlenton5313
    @keithlenton5313 8 месяцев назад

    Rest in peace Jethro from one of your loyal fans here in Australia, Absolute legend.

  • @paulwilliams6233
    @paulwilliams6233 Год назад

    Its 2023 and ive only just found you on youtube,god i was crying with laughter,so sorry to hear you passed away but i can still say goodbye friend

  • @keztukariri
    @keztukariri Год назад +1

    Omg his bit with the guitar😂😂😂 im dying 😂😂😂 fkn brilliance!!!

  • @colinmiller8361
    @colinmiller8361 2 года назад +1

    Simply, one of the best comedians EVER !!!!

  • @George-hs2zm
    @George-hs2zm Год назад

    One of the best ever, I remember the joke he told about his mate getting the hoover pipe stuck up his bum, he asked the nurse how he was doing and she said oh he's picking up nicely, absolute class RIP Jethro.

  • @irvsstella
    @irvsstella 2 года назад +5

    Laughing and crying, what a great comic genius. 👏

  • @tkmass1891
    @tkmass1891 Год назад +1

    As someone that new him through friends and enjoyed his company I will never forget the joy he has given us /Cornish men do it directly 😂😂😂

  • @colinanderson1349
    @colinanderson1349 2 года назад +3

    RIP. Thanks for the chuckles.

  • @mattbod
    @mattbod 2 года назад +2

    One of a kind and much missed may his soul rest in peace. My nan loved him on his tv appearances but went to see him live and was a bit shocked at his stage material lol but said he was still funny when he didn’t swear or be too vulgar lol.

  • @foofy14
    @foofy14 Год назад +2

    A hero to all here in Kernow. RIP to our national hero. My a'th kar, Jethro!

  • @songsmith31a
    @songsmith31a 2 года назад +2

    "The train don't stop here on...." Somehow, that fragment of a pay-off line stays with me from a great addition to the roster of top comedy performers.

    • @paulscudds5651
      @paulscudds5651 2 года назад

      This train don't stop Camborne Wednesdays.....

    • @songsmith31a
      @songsmith31a 2 года назад

      @@paulscudds5651 Many thanks. I remember how i laughed when hearing the original back in the
      day.

  • @robdavis4527
    @robdavis4527 Год назад

    Discovered Jethro only a couple of years ago very funny man RIP mate

  • @davidcoleman6032
    @davidcoleman6032 2 года назад +3

    My hero!Such a brilliant comic and a very genuine man!❤So sad to lose him so soon!😔

  • @Sanderly1820
    @Sanderly1820 2 года назад +7

    Being a very proud Cornish-boy myself, I can't imagine what he and denzell penburthy are doing now over a pint
    Tereba nessa.Dew boz geno Noze daa tha whye. (Till next time. god be with you good night )

  • @keithdaviscoys8588
    @keithdaviscoys8588 2 года назад

    I'm a Cornish man and this guy us our legend. RIP 🙏🏻 🕊

  • @CreepingDeath657
    @CreepingDeath657 8 месяцев назад

    I had no idea he past away. Grew up watching my parents VHS tapes of him whenever they went out 😂

  • @billyf5591
    @billyf5591 2 года назад +2

    Aw, just class. Sorely missed. The great comics make it sound so easy and he was a great comic whom should have had more exposure on tv. His style and delivery was up there with the God's of comedy.

  • @keztukariri
    @keztukariri Год назад

    Have only just discovered this guy & so sad to hear hes passed away 💔 im a kiwi but lived in Cornwall for 2 years and i miss it dearly, miss my beautiful Kernow Lovvveerrrsss 🥰 so beautiful to hear this silly accent again! Fk i miss you Cornwall 💔❤️

  • @ab-fy8tp
    @ab-fy8tp Год назад +2

    Jethro was fantastic so so funny love him RIP

  • @xdroccomccormick
    @xdroccomccormick Месяц назад

    One of the greatest and one great gentlemen.

  • @patricksmith4424
    @patricksmith4424 3 месяца назад

    Why was this fantastic comic not on tv more? I have only just discovered him thanks to yt and I am hooked. He just has to speak and your laughing!

  • @TheCuchilo
    @TheCuchilo Год назад +1

    Brilliant comic, RIP and thank you Jethro

  • @malcolmkeast4165
    @malcolmkeast4165 Год назад

    What a lovely chap he was R.I.P Pard Rest in peace!🙏 Jethro Forever

  • @Somerset-In-The-Blood
    @Somerset-In-The-Blood 2 года назад +3

    A true funny man,Rest In Power.

  • @twilliamspro
    @twilliamspro 2 года назад +1

    The one about the Gorilla was Gold

  • @thewhack64
    @thewhack64 2 года назад

    Lord have mercy.Thanks for the laughs.

  • @krungstar4541
    @krungstar4541 2 года назад +8

    Seems like the train has stopped in Camborne.

  • @lengthmuldoon
    @lengthmuldoon 2 года назад +1

    I imagine with his Boris Johnson reference this is quite recent and he looks so well - we never know the minute do we?

  • @christopherwaring8285
    @christopherwaring8285 2 года назад

    GREAT STAND UP COMIC WILL BE GREAFULLY MISSED R.I.P JETHRO

  • @AnthonyClegg-d2v
    @AnthonyClegg-d2v Месяц назад

    My favourite comedian,RIP.

  • @jordanvine5868
    @jordanvine5868 Год назад +1

    The greatest joke teller to ever grace comedy
    No new comedian will never, ever tell jokes like jethro ever again cos comedy like this (actual joke comedy) is dead & buried

  • @rogereyles466
    @rogereyles466 9 месяцев назад +2

    what a funy funny man

  • @helengreig5213
    @helengreig5213 2 года назад +1

    Brilliant. Jim, that was very cleverly done. Hope, how true.

  • @michaelangely9861
    @michaelangely9861 2 года назад +6

    Before I bloody start I would just like to say "we have all had the very worst news" The loss of a real comedian. His talent will be sadly missed. as I am sure hwill be the case by his family and friends

  • @Mr0ptimist
    @Mr0ptimist 2 года назад +2

    I'll miss you Jethro. R.I.P buddy

  • @jerrygale1994
    @jerrygale1994 2 месяца назад

    He was a natural. So sad he's gone. RIP

  • @garethbowen7128
    @garethbowen7128 2 года назад +1

    Saw him in Swansea many years ago, very funny gentleman, sadly missed .