Ronnie Barker

Born in Bedfordshire, England, U.K. on September 25, 1929 — died October 3, 2005 (aged 76)

Ronald William George Barker (25 September 1929 - 3 October 2005) was an English actor, comedian and writer. He was known for roles in British comedy television series such as Porridge, The Two Ronnies, and Open All Hours. Barker began acting in Oxford amateur dramatics while working as a bank clerk, having dropped out of higher education.