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  • In honour of Jethro's life (1948 - 2021) we bring you our favourite moments by the legendary Cornish comedian. May he rest in peace.
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  • @richardjames2547
    @richardjames2547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +86

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

  • @johnreed8336
    @johnreed8336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +249

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

    • @TheWillHadcroft
      @TheWillHadcroft 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Agree 100%.

    • @brianconway100
      @brianconway100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

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

    • @joyceclayton8360
      @joyceclayton8360 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He will be sadly missed one one northerner ronnie

    • @DJMURBENYI
      @DJMURBENYI 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Classic party

  • @ryanhorsfield2423
    @ryanhorsfield2423 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

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

  • @peterjeffery1854
    @peterjeffery1854 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

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

  • @richie6921
    @richie6921 2 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +11

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

    • @23715
      @23715 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tommy Cooper was funny ?

    • @martinputt6421
      @martinputt6421 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

    • @loulukacs7302
      @loulukacs7302 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@colingeddes2172 😅😅

    • @ronaldyardley8965
      @ronaldyardley8965 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Tommy Cooper & Jethro Very Very Funny!!😂

  • @ianturrell4319
    @ianturrell4319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +76

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

  • @pil6rim
    @pil6rim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Proper comedian, Rest in Peace

  • @DanielDaniel-zg3li
    @DanielDaniel-zg3li 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    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

  • @MElaughs
    @MElaughs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

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

    • @sillyolpom
      @sillyolpom 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

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

  • @keyblade280
    @keyblade280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

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

  • @JAY-lo3sx
    @JAY-lo3sx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    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.

  • @mh8889
    @mh8889 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Outstanding comedian never got the national recognition he truly deserved

  • @daveboscher3795
    @daveboscher3795 ปีที่แล้ว +8

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

  • @jordanhodgkins8164
    @jordanhodgkins8164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

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

    • @toysforthetoygod2671
      @toysforthetoygod2671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My Dad was exactly the same. Every year

    • @jordanhodgkins8164
      @jordanhodgkins8164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

    • @jordanhodgkins8164
      @jordanhodgkins8164 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @eugene4154
    @eugene4154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @davidkern4695
      @davidkern4695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

  • @KenHarrington32
    @KenHarrington32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

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

  • @TheWillHadcroft
    @TheWillHadcroft 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

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

  • @jimmcgannon7059
    @jimmcgannon7059 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

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

  • @metalman4289
    @metalman4289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

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

  • @stuartjones1982
    @stuartjones1982 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    An absolute legend. Rip

  • @petethegas7722
    @petethegas7722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    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.

  • @jakebanevicius
    @jakebanevicius 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @user-hc1lb3co9g
    @user-hc1lb3co9g 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

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

  • @thesocialmediascientistmbe
    @thesocialmediascientistmbe 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @leec6424
    @leec6424 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @BelloBudo007
    @BelloBudo007 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @d.i.l.l.i.g.a.f.594
    @d.i.l.l.i.g.a.f.594 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @petermainwaringsx
    @petermainwaringsx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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

  • @desertrat5782
    @desertrat5782 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The greatest comedian never seen on TV enough

  • @jamesfriery
    @jamesfriery 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    RIP Jethro. You are sadly missed.

  • @howatdsavage5988
    @howatdsavage5988 ปีที่แล้ว +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!!.

  • @tramlad2
    @tramlad2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

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

  • @keztukariri
    @keztukariri 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @vanessakelly5993
    @vanessakelly5993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @strattwanger
    @strattwanger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    One of the greatest. RIP Jethro

  • @ianr9898
    @ianr9898 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

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

  • @Bazrad68
    @Bazrad68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

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

    • @tonyryan1574
      @tonyryan1574 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Not allowed on mainstream TV mate

    • @Bazrad68
      @Bazrad68 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @tonyryan1574
      @tonyryan1574 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

    • @Bazrad68
      @Bazrad68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My sentiments exactly.

  • @richardclatworthy6381
    @richardclatworthy6381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @andymcinnes6365
    @andymcinnes6365 ปีที่แล้ว +6

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

  • @J85323
    @J85323 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    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.

  • @SPExJR
    @SPExJR ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @stevemoss7793
    @stevemoss7793 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    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.

  • @wiltonfarm4816
    @wiltonfarm4816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

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

    • @michaelbuers9308
      @michaelbuers9308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      saw him in Aylesbury live Great RIP

  • @hawkeye1939
    @hawkeye1939 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    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

  • @hglmedia307
    @hglmedia307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    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 🙏✝️

  • @noeljames784
    @noeljames784 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @wilkywilky7814
    @wilkywilky7814 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @stephonlong6036
    @stephonlong6036 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @davidsheriff8989
    @davidsheriff8989 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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

  • @theoutsider4066
    @theoutsider4066 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @colinanderson1349
    @colinanderson1349 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    RIP. Thanks for the chuckles.

  • @paulnash7630
    @paulnash7630 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @jamestreloar1065
    @jamestreloar1065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

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

    • @patkearney9320
      @patkearney9320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

    • @jamestreloar1065
      @jamestreloar1065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @rogereyles466
    @rogereyles466 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    what a funy funny man

  • @marcushinton772
    @marcushinton772 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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

  • @vinceball355
    @vinceball355 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @roycanham7950
    @roycanham7950 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @ab-fy8tp
    @ab-fy8tp ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jethro was fantastic so so funny love him RIP

  • @colinmiller8361
    @colinmiller8361 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @anthonyclegg1511
    @anthonyclegg1511 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @bernardharvey187
    @bernardharvey187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @petercastle9147
    @petercastle9147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely brilliant !

  • @krungstar4541
    @krungstar4541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Seems like the train has stopped in Camborne.

  • @Mr0ptimist
    @Mr0ptimist 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @foofy14
    @foofy14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

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

  • @petegolding2657
    @petegolding2657 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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. 😄

  • @TheCuchilo
    @TheCuchilo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant comic, RIP and thank you Jethro

  • @padiedo7213
    @padiedo7213 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVED THIS MAN R.I.P.

  • @keithlenton5313
    @keithlenton5313 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @jondenmark9577
    @jondenmark9577 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Oh he was brilliant sadly missed rip jethro

  • @twilliamspro
    @twilliamspro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The one about the Gorilla was Gold

  • @robdavis4527
    @robdavis4527 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @dazza14778
    @dazza14778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Omg i just seen this 😥 a legend lost 😳

  • @adammoore3605
    @adammoore3605 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    legend best comedian

  • @thewhack64
    @thewhack64 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lord have mercy.Thanks for the laughs.

  • @mkblues6679
    @mkblues6679 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this, excellent

  • @irvsstella
    @irvsstella 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Laughing and crying, what a great comic genius. 👏

  • @paulwilliams6233
    @paulwilliams6233 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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

  • @twmlloyd5257
    @twmlloyd5257 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great man, seen him couple of times, god bless

  • @geofffowler9060
    @geofffowler9060 ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @davidsherry6970
    @davidsherry6970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    R.I.PJethro loved watching you

  • @tkmass1891
    @tkmass1891 ปีที่แล้ว +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 😂😂😂

  • @christopherwaring8285
    @christopherwaring8285 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @tuckasamms
    @tuckasamms ปีที่แล้ว

    When comedy was comedy. Love it!

  • @helengreig5213
    @helengreig5213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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

  • @dominicseymour4262
    @dominicseymour4262 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This guy is a legend

  • @ginobragoli1448
    @ginobragoli1448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly great. Very underated. 👏

  • @timhicks2154
    @timhicks2154 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful!

  • @George-hs2zm
    @George-hs2zm ปีที่แล้ว

    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.

  • @alexhobbs4281
    @alexhobbs4281 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Comedy legend! Ahh wish I'd seen him live..what a crack up.! 🤣🤣🤣🤧

  • @keithdaviscoys8588
    @keithdaviscoys8588 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @Sanderly1820
    @Sanderly1820 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 )

  • @davidcoleman6032
    @davidcoleman6032 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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

  • @songsmith31a
    @songsmith31a 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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 ปีที่แล้ว

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

    • @songsmith31a
      @songsmith31a 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @mattbod
    @mattbod 2 ปีที่แล้ว +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.

  • @malcolmkeast4165
    @malcolmkeast4165 ปีที่แล้ว

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

  • @philglover2973
    @philglover2973 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rest in peace gone but not forgotten 🕊️🙏🕊️🙏🕊️🙏

  • @trsfc1595
    @trsfc1595 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A Star is born

  • @leec6424
    @leec6424 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The best joke/story teller.

  • @deanhawthorn5783
    @deanhawthorn5783 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    simply the best.....