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.
13. Jimmy Cricket's life in Lancashire
Jimmy Cricket, Mayoress Barbara Pomfret, the then Mayor of Preston, Coun Nick Pomfret and Santa opening the Winter Wonderland Christmas on Preston Flag Market | Johnston Press
14. Jimmy Cricket's life in Lancashire
Jimmy Cricket with his wife at The funeral of comedian Keith Harris was held at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church in Blackpool. | Ross Parry Agency / SWNS Group