Johnnie Casson
Born in Halifax, moved to Brighouse... for tax reasons.
He commenced his showbiz career as drummer with "The Cresters", one of the country's favourite comedy show groups. It wasn't long before Johnnie took over the lead comic role, a role to which he was perfectly suited. As well as touring with The Beatles, the band topped the bill in the then thriving cabaret clubs and found success on many television shows such as "Cliff Richard & Friends"
Whilst on holiday he entered a talent contest and went on to win the national final at The London Palladium. This set him off on the path as a solo performer. Television soon followed, an appearance on "Bobs Says Opportunity Knocks" prompted Bob Monkhouse to say, "Johnnie is one of the top four comedians in the country". A chance to take part in Granada TV's the "Comedians" show found Johnnie being featured on all 6 shows and was critically acclaimed as the find of the series.
His first appearance on ITV's "Des O'Connor Tonight" was so successful it was followed by a further four.
Bruce Forsyth so enjoyed John's act he asked for him to be a guest on his 70th birthday show which was broadcast live from the London Palladium. From this ITV invited Johnnie to appear in the series of "Sunday Night at the London Palladium"
Great original material delivered with superb comedic timing, Johnnie Casson is a true master of his craft.
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