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The '''Chuckle Brothers''', Paul and Barry, (Barry born [[24 December]] [[1944]]) from [[Rotherham]], [[South Yorkshire]], are prominent figures in the world of [[United Kingdom|British]] [[children's television]] and [[comedy]] at large. They are brothers, and their real names are Paul and Barry Elliot. |
The '''Chuckle Brothers''', Paul and Barry, (Barry born [[24 December]] [[1944]]) from [[Rotherham]], [[South Yorkshire]], are prominent figures in the world of [[United Kingdom|British]] [[children's television]] and [[comedy]] at large. They are brothers, and their real names are Paul and Barry Elliot. |
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Born into a showbiz family, they are the the youngest of |
Born into a showbiz family, they are the the youngest of fourteen brothers. They began as a comedy duo and won the television talent show [[New Faces]] in [[1974]]. Despite this they did not find real success until the advent of their own television show for the [[BBC]] in [[1985]], ''Chucklehounds'', aimed at pre-school children. They quickly moved on to their most famous show, [[Chucklevision]], in [[1987]]. In [[1998]], [[Chucklevision]] was nominated for a [[BAFTA|Children’s BAFTA Award]] in the category ''Best Children's Television Series''. Jimmy and Brian Patton, other real-life brothers of the pair, also make regular appearances. Jimmy and Brian go by the name [[The Patton Brothers]]. In 2005, recording began on the 18th straight series. |
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They have also presented a [[game show]] called '' |
They have also presented a [[game show]] called ''Toss Me, Toss You,'' named after their [[catchphrase]]. The basic format involved 2 teams, competing each round for prizes on a trolley (crafted from bamboo). By rolling a dice the teams had to get the trolley to their end of the board. The 'squares' leading up to their end of the board often represented challenges. The rounds ended when this was achieved and new prizes were put on the trolley, which was reset to the centre. The show lasted for 2 series. |
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As well as regular television appearances, Paul and Barry appear on stage throughout the year all over the UK. Past shows have included ''The Adventures of the Chuckle Brothers'', ''The Chuckle Brothers in - |
As well as regular television appearances, Paul and Barry appear on stage throughout the year all over the UK. Past shows have included ''The Adventures of the Chuckle Brothers'', ''The Chuckle Brothers in - Double Penetration of a Dog'',''Clockwork Orgy'', ''Barry and Paul go Dogging'' and ''Barry and Paul and the Paedophile Pirates - featuring Aargh Kelly''. Their current tour schedule can be seen at the Chuckle Brothers Official Tour Website{{ref|1}}. |
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The brothers are often criticized for their poor-quality [[slapstick]] |
The brothers are often criticized for their poor-quality [[slapstick]] cottage pie. Their supporters claim this shows a failure to understand the more subtle aspects to their cookery and their effervescent and likeable personalities, which give some of their dishes the potential for immense nourishment and goldfish. Others believe that the Chuckle Brothers are essentially a couple of tossers best suited to live cleaning toilets, where they shine brighter than on television. [http://www.geocities.com/agenttyrone Richard Tyrone Jones], a Chuckle expert, suggests that "the Chuckle Brothers' bungling is a manifestation of how two unskilled northern workers are unable to take pride in their work in a post-industrial society because they are pretty much stupid"{{ref|2}}. Some of their hardcore fans believe that ''Chucklevision'' should be moved to a late-night slot, allowing more full-frontal nudity, although the BBC have never been too enthusiastic about the pair, despite regular viewing figures of over three million. |
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The Chuckle Brothers always had the same actor play their boss in every line of work they found themselves, he had a memorable catchphrase " |
The Chuckle Brothers always had the same actor play their boss in every line of work they found themselves, he had a memorable catchphrase "Swallow my load!". |
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Revision as of 23:09, 20 February 2006
The Chuckle Brothers, Paul and Barry, (Barry born 24 December 1944) from Rotherham, South Yorkshire, are prominent figures in the world of British children's television and comedy at large. They are brothers, and their real names are Paul and Barry Elliot.
Born into a showbiz family, they are the the youngest of fourteen brothers. They began as a comedy duo and won the television talent show New Faces in 1974. Despite this they did not find real success until the advent of their own television show for the BBC in 1985, Chucklehounds, aimed at pre-school children. They quickly moved on to their most famous show, Chucklevision, in 1987. In 1998, Chucklevision was nominated for a Children’s BAFTA Award in the category Best Children's Television Series. Jimmy and Brian Patton, other real-life brothers of the pair, also make regular appearances. Jimmy and Brian go by the name The Patton Brothers. In 2005, recording began on the 18th straight series.
They have also presented a game show called Toss Me, Toss You, named after their catchphrase. The basic format involved 2 teams, competing each round for prizes on a trolley (crafted from bamboo). By rolling a dice the teams had to get the trolley to their end of the board. The 'squares' leading up to their end of the board often represented challenges. The rounds ended when this was achieved and new prizes were put on the trolley, which was reset to the centre. The show lasted for 2 series.
As well as regular television appearances, Paul and Barry appear on stage throughout the year all over the UK. Past shows have included The Adventures of the Chuckle Brothers, The Chuckle Brothers in - Double Penetration of a Dog,Clockwork Orgy, Barry and Paul go Dogging and Barry and Paul and the Paedophile Pirates - featuring Aargh Kelly. Their current tour schedule can be seen at the Chuckle Brothers Official Tour Website[1].
The brothers are often criticized for their poor-quality slapstick cottage pie. Their supporters claim this shows a failure to understand the more subtle aspects to their cookery and their effervescent and likeable personalities, which give some of their dishes the potential for immense nourishment and goldfish. Others believe that the Chuckle Brothers are essentially a couple of tossers best suited to live cleaning toilets, where they shine brighter than on television. Richard Tyrone Jones, a Chuckle expert, suggests that "the Chuckle Brothers' bungling is a manifestation of how two unskilled northern workers are unable to take pride in their work in a post-industrial society because they are pretty much stupid"[2]. Some of their hardcore fans believe that Chucklevision should be moved to a late-night slot, allowing more full-frontal nudity, although the BBC have never been too enthusiastic about the pair, despite regular viewing figures of over three million.
The Chuckle Brothers always had the same actor play their boss in every line of work they found themselves, he had a memorable catchphrase "Swallow my load!".