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Cornish comedian Jethro is retiring after more than 50 years performing. The 72-year-old, real name Geoffrey Rowe, said his current dates will be his last and thanked fans. He said: “I think it’s time ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A funeral for Cornish comedian Jethro, real name Geoffrey Rowe, will be held at Truro Cathedral (PA) (PA Wire) The funeral of ...

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West County comedian Jethro has died at the age of 73 after contracting Covid. A statement on his Facebook page confirmed the news, saying: ‘It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing ...

Crowds of mourners have turned out for the funeral of popular comedian Jethro. The Cornish comic died on December 14 at the age of 73 after contracting Covid-19. Comedian Jim Davidson has joined the ...

Comedy legend Jethro was known for his raunchy jokes and unadulterated stand-up routines. Geoffrey Rowe, as he was legally known, died in 2021 after a short battle with Covid. But while he was in the ...

Comedy legend Jethro was known for his raunchy jokes and unadulterated stand-up routines - but many may have forgotten about his infamous venue sat near the border of Devon and Cornwall which has now ...

Catherine is the OCD, bisexual offspring of a Catholic deacon, her comedy wasn't so much a choice as a compulsion. In 2015 Catherine was a Laughing Horse and Funny Women semi-finalist. Have a read of ...