Comedian Jimmy Cricket spent many years entertaining audiences across Lancashire, becoming one of the county's best loved performers both on and off the stage.
The TV favourite, who died on Monday, August 3, 2026, aged 80 after a short illness, enjoyed a long and successful career spanning television, radio and live comedy.
His family announced his death on Monday, saying he passed away peacefully after a short illness surrounded by "family, love, laughter and songs". They described him as "a force for joy" whose famous catchphrase, "And there's more", reflected his enduring optimism and faith.
These pictures look back at some of Jimmy Cricket's appearances across Lancashire and celebrate the life of a comedian who brought laughter to generations of fans.
10. Jimmy Cricket's life in Lancashire
Jimmy Cricket in his dressing room | Other 3rd Party
11. Jimmy Cricket's life in Lancashire
Jimmy Cricket and Santa open the Winter Wonderland Christmas on Preston Flag Market | Johnston Press
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Preston panto Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Charter Theatre. Pete Lindup as Sarah the Cook and Jimmy Cricket as Muddles. | Johnston Press