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10 heart-warming Tweets that pay tribute to the great Sir Ken Dodd

6 years ago

10 heart-warming Tweets that pay tribute to the great Sir Ken Dodd

Prepare to tear up as we pull together the best tributes to the King of Comedy.

Watch above as we bring you a full tribute to the Liverpool icon and dedicate today’s Guide Live to Doddy.

Known the world over for his lightning quick wit, warmth and ever faithful tickling sticks, Sir Ken Dodd has sadly died at the age of 90. Sir Ken was born, lived his life and passed away in his beloved Knotty Ash home having recently fought a chest infection in hospital and from early this morning, flowers, beautiful tributes and tickling sticks have been laid at his gate as social media tributes pour in from around the world.

Here’s 10 tweets that pay tribute to the King of Comedy, Sir Ken Dodd….

1 – My Fellow Liverpudlian

Former Beatle and fellow Liverpudlian, Sir Paul McCartney tweeted a fitting tribute to Sir Ken earlier today, with a little reminisce about how funny he was.

2 – One of the all-time greats!

Sir Ken has tread the boards in thousands of theatres throughout his phenomenal career and today our very own Royal Court paid tribute to his talent.

3 – Comedy flowed through him

Fellow comedians, actors and musicians have taken to social media to post their memories and pay homage to Doddy. Respected the world over.

4 – The best put down EVER!


Our city is renowned for its sense of humour and when someone gets owned, it goes down in history, ask Robbie Fowler’s mate!

5 – The Aliens have landed!

Comedian and actress Dawn French highlighted one of Doddy’s most famous lines in tribute today. Has anyone actually done it?

6 – Thank you for bringing Happiness


Liverpool Singer In Residence, Danielle Thomas performed alongside Sir Ken on many occasions and paid tribute to her ‘friend’.

7 – His friends, The Beatles

Just incredible to think that Sir Ken had the 3rd biggest selling single of the entire 1960’s! Outsold only by the Fab Four, whom he looked perfectly at home with.

8 – Growing up in Knotty Ash


Actor David Morrissey tweeted his affection for the King of Comedy, reliving his childhood spent in native Knotty Ash. Wonder if he ever found a Jam Mine?

9 – The Cavern was privileged

There’s some truly brilliant photos coming to light as venues around the country share memories of shows gone by. The Cavern gave thanks for the laughs.

10 – Tatty-bye

We’re leaving the last word to this mud masterpiece from Ruddy Muddy on Twitter. Tatty-bye Doddy and thank you.

You can read our full tribute to the late, great Sir Ken Dodd here, including our last interview with the man himself who took great pleasure in ripping our Jay. We’d love to hear your memories of Sir Ken and of course see you photos too. Drop us a line on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and we’ll share the best on our socials.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Dave the Pap

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