In my opinion, he was the best comedy actor that Britain has ever produced. From an era of immense talent like, The Pythons, Morecambe and Wise, Les Dawson, Michael Crawford, The Goons and his comedy partner Mr Corbett to name but a few. To be able to mix it with that lot is immense and to be able to effortlessly deliver a wide variety of humorous characters was his genius. May God rest his soul.

I was working as a prison officer at Chelmsford Prison when In 1978 we had a very serious fire that resulted in the prison being closed down for 2 years for refurbishment. It was during these 2 years that Witzend Productions descended on us to make 'Porridge the Movie.' We all got to meet the actors which of course included the lovely Ronnie Barker. The man was a gentleman of the first order, believe it or not, he was somewhat shy off-camera. He was the consummate professional and would go back to the hotel he was staying at and study his lines ready for the next day. Witzend productions arranged a meet and greet for all the friends and families of the prison staff with Ronnie heading it up at the prison. It was a most memorable day and Ronnie was so friendly and accommodating throughout. You could say his genius was backed up by all the hard work he put into it. Yes, indeed he was truly a lovely human being.

My absolute comedy idol, he was a genius. The incomparable Arkwright & Fletcher among many, was testimony to Ronnie Barker's sheer brilliance.

Ronnie was a legend, one of the very best, he will never be forgotten.

Ronnie Barker, a true genius of comedy. Legend.❤️

I love the Two Ronnies...they were one of the best British comedy teams.

As a huge fan of Open All Hours, I felt I couldn't pass this one up without commenting. Ronnie Barker as Arkwright was indeed a comedy genius. His timing and acting was the dynamics behind this iconic series... and here we are, to this day, still watching him with awe. Thanks for such a great vid, Paul. 👍

Anything Ronnie Barker did was a guaranteed laugh from start to finish! I loved watching The Two Ronnies with their serialised sketches, such as "The Phantom Raspberry Blower" and "The Worm that turned". Ronnie was a fantastic wordsmith, and this could be seen in The Two Ronnies' musical sketches and, of course, the skit "Four Candles". What a real pleasure to watch this comedic genius! RIP Ronnie and thank you for the many laughs. 🕯

Can't believe it's been 17 years. Such a legend and much missed.

Ronnie Barker was quite possibly the funniest man to ever walk this planet. An absolute comedy genius. If only he'd made more Porridge episodes. I absolutely love it. Real shame we had to lose him. God bless him 🙏❤️

Even at my generation I loved Ronnie Barker. I love watching porridge.

Ronnie wrote lots of stuff under different names for many TV shows and comedians. He was a total genius and let’s not forget those who stared along side him. The entire cast of porridge was flawless and probably the greatest cast of comedy actors ever gathered together.

Always remember when Richard Beckinsale died and he spoke of his passing, he was literally literally heart-broken his grief was deep....then he had the issues with his son , his son didn't go to his funeral as he was at that time wanted by the police........ porridge was brilliant.. xx

He he absolutely brilliant, no other words can describe him 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

The Phantom Raspberry Blower and The Worm That Turned are my favourite Two Ronnies serial sketches, I loved watching the Two Ronnies as a kid 👍

AH JUST LOVED THE 2 RONNIES LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS PAUL🥀

When I was a little boy, The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town was one of my all time favourite mini stories in the show. I can remember clearly giggling my head off. Pure comedic genius, writer and performer that sadly we don't see on TV anymore. All we have is crappy reality TV shows.

he is one of my favorite entertainers. Great tribute to the man.

The Four Candles sketch one of the funniest comedy sketches ever. I watch it frequently and it still makes me laugh.

He was a comedy genius. One of the greatest of all Comedy Duo's of all time. Fork Handles is an absolute Gold. Most funniest comedy skit of time

Another legend tomorrow night ,thankyou Paul

A genius a legend a funny funny man loads of belly laughs wen ronnie was on tv thanks paul as always you did it perfect 👍🙌👍👌👌🏅🏅

Awh, that man is responsible for bringing some of the most joyous moments and biggest laughs to so many people. RIP to the genius that is Ronnie Barker.

Ronnie is my favourite actor of all time without anyone ever coming close, absolute legend

I absolutely adored Ronnie Barker. This will break my heart 😔

Another legend. Look forward to watching this. Have a great week.

Ronnie Barker a truly wonderful performer and such a talented funny person rest in peace Ronnie great video 👍😀

Loved “Norman Stanley Fletcher” another great video Paul

Wonderful tribute thank you. God Bless you Ronnie Barker. Thank you for our smiles.

Ronnie barker was a amazing actor thank you Paul for telling his story with so much love and respect ❤❤❤❤❤

Thankyou Paul. A lovely video of Ronnie Barker. It makes me extremely sad after you say Thankyou and walk away leaving a great man there behind you. He has gone but the laughter keeps going. 😢

Great creations by Ronnie Barker over the years. Wonderful memories of a great comedic genius.

ronnie barker is a true comedy legend another great choice again paul

Thank you Ronnie for all the laughter and joy you gave to millions of people over the years. Rest in peace old friend.

Thanks again for another great show.there ain't no other words to describe Ronnie barker than a comic genius who bought so much laughter into our lives.a laughter which will live on forevermore r.i.p Ronnie barker

Comic genius the four candles sketch has me in stitches every time I see it. I still love watching re runs of Open All, Hours and Porridge he was such a versatile actor.RIP Ronnie.♥

My favourite piece of ronnies is the mastermind sketch that always has me rolling in laughter

😎 Ronnie was a comic genius. 'Super funny and super entertaining. Thanks for the laughs Ronnie! RIP. 😎

Thank you Ronnie for the laughs… R.I.P..….and Thank you Paul for the visit.

I used to go to a private dentist in Rickmansworth where Ronnie Barker was also a patient. He didn't live locally but travelled the extra distance because he was a friend of the dentist in question. He once showed me his patient book in which Ronnie Barker had written: "I only come here for a laugh!". Never had the privilege of sharing a waiting room with the great man, but was nice to know we had a shared interest in oral health!! 😁

Loved the two Ronnie's porridge and absolutely love open all hours brilliant actor who is missed by everyone ❤

Nobody today can hold a candle to him he was the best and still is the best.

Ronnie barker was brilliant in porridge open all hours and the two Ronnie's ,thanks for all the laughs Ronnie RIP.

Some of these videos are sad to watch but I had a smile on my face at the end of this one. His acting and writing was of a consistently high standard. I wasn't aware Porridge ran for such a short time.That was a bold decision by the BBC to produce a sitcom set in a prison. Most of the Porridge cast are no longer with us such as Fulton Mackay and Richard Beckinsale who died far too young.

A very funny and talented gentleman, who will always live on through his comedy programmes.

I attended a taping (I was in the audience) of The 2 Ronnies in London in around 1981 when I was about 11, it was fabulous, so lucky to see how it was made.

I still watch open all hours and porridge timeless classic comedy.R.i.p.fletcher.

Loved him and the wonderful Richard Beckinsale in Porridge…. Comedy gold

Wonderful comedy actor whose wordplay and ability to deliver complex lines was quite astounding.

TRUE ICON. So pleased to see frsh flowers for him. Sweet dreams Ronnie

Pure genius,a fabulous comedy actor,no one to beat him in today's world,loved him in everything he was in, porridge, open all hours, Clarence,and the two Ronnie's,never be another Ronnie barker,RIP Ronnie,forever missed,thank you Paul, respect shown as usual,stay safe xxxx also a great comedy writer ❤️

One of the best comedy genius ledgends ever grow up watching all his shows loved porridge two Ronnie's comedy genius rip ledgend hugs and love xx

Absolutely loved watching the Two Ronnie's as a kid.

The greatest comedy actor of all time. Its hard to believe he was the same man in Porridge, Open All Hours as he was in the 2 Ronnies performing. He was also a brilliant writer of some of his own sketches. So many wonderful sketches and song medleys are there to treasure and watch time and again.

Loved Ronnie Barker/the two Ronnie's...primetime Saturday night television . Back in the day. He bought all these characters ti life...Fletch (or Fletcher) in Portidge was a loveable rogue...along with prison officer Mckai. And Fletchers cell mate Gobber played by the talented Richard Beckinsale. Sadly all 3 passed on now. Thank you Paul for all your research and hard work.... Thanks to Ronnie Barker for all the laughs over the years. The lovely thing is he left a legacy if work which we can still enjoy today......God Bless x

Awww love this one Paul. So nice to see fresh flowers there. I loved Ronnie Barker - four candles or Fork handles 😂 Charlie Farley and Piggy Malone the two detectives. Open all hours he was brilliant. I love Porridge as well. He was such a talented man. Sadly missed ❤

Legend the four candles sketch was absolute genius rip Ronnie

Paul, Another great show on a British legend! Thanks, Bob

Love Ronnie Barker, I was gutted when I heard he'd passed away. Still makes me laugh watching his work today.

Remember the two Ronnie's,open all hours,the corner shop,my parents had a shop in the 1970s.when you said good night from me and good night from him,made me smile.miss those years,corner shop,just great.

Ronnie was a very highly regarded comedian, one of my absolute favourites.

Such an amazing actor and icon of British TV. Absolutely agree The Two Ronnie's, Porridge and Open All Hours are some of the finest TV creations of all time. RIP Ronnie Barker and thanks for the memories. ⛪🙏

Ronnie Barker brings back amazing childhood memories.Thankyou.👍

A legend of comedy, both as a performer and a writer. One of the UK's greatest ever.

Looking foward to your comments on this one . He was one of the best.👍 . Have you ever thought of taking a look at the grave of paula yates?

Amazing actor such a funny man that brought so much happiness, laughs and happy tears to people eyes Thank You Ronnie R.I.P fly high up above.

An absolute comedy genius. Pinpoint perfect comedy timing. Love the way he could start to stutter and come out with a joke at the end of his stutter, what an absolute comedy genius. Apart from been the comedy genius he was, he was a fantastic character actor too. They don't make them like Ronnie anymore, you are very sadly missed. RIP Ronnie.

The best thing about Ronnie Barker is that he'll never be forgotten that's for sure,,, rest in peace Ronnie you deserve it and a huge thank you for the laughs 👍

The Phantom Raspberry Blower……my childhood right there.Things we talked about it the playground at school happy memories.Genius,absolute comedy genius.

Thank you for highlighting Ronnie Barker. A true genius.

I absolutely loved all of Ronnie Barkers work. The fork handles sketch still has me laughing today as it did when it was originally broadcast. Ronnie Barker was comedy genius x

Absolutely loved Ronnie barker so funny in everything he he did

Ronnie Barker was a legend!! I still watch Porridge and Going Straight with a very young Nicholas Lyndhurst, Ronnie wrote all the scripts for 2 Ronnies, Porridge and just about everything else, so it just goes to show how clever and funny he was ... R.I.P Ronnie you'll never be forgotten!

A great showman , the Two Ronnies was a classic 1970's comedy . RIP

Legend is a term very fitting for Ronnie Baker. So so many laughs and I never get tired watching Porridge especially but all his series.

What a legend. There was no one else like him and never will be, judging by the standards of what's supposidly classed as talent of today.😥

That was a great memory, I remember the sketch when the 2 Ronnie's we're detectives on a train. One was named done. And Ronnie barker was looking for corbit who was playing detective Done. Corbit was on the bog on the train, and barker asked , Are you done, through the bog door. Hilarious.

Awe Ronnie Barker, such fond happy memories of him being on the telly. A great talent. Thank you Paul for this tribute.

What an incredible comedy genius our dear Ronnie was. He was so gifted and I still look in awe when I watch his tongue and mind twisters like the mis-pronouciation club! What a piece of comedic genius that was! Thank you Paul for sharing this with such respect and humility

A fabulous tribute to one of our most accomplished comics. From an era of immense talent like Frankie Howerd, Dave Allen, Dick Emery, Morecambe and Wise, Bruce Forsyth, Les Dawson, Max Bygraves and his partner Ronnie Corbett to name just a few. God rest his soul Thank you Mr Barker ❤ 😊

Earlier this evening watching an American You Tuber checking out Ronnie focusing on a Crossword sketch had me in stiches Bless you the two Ronnies we miss you

What a legend . Porridge is one of my favorite comedy shows . Thankyou 👍

Oh Ronnie! So VERY sadly missed still…..he left his mark on my heart and was brilliant in absolutely everything he touched. The two Ronnie, porridge (loved that with the lovely Richard Beckinsdale!) Open all hours was a cracker too, and every time I see a busty matron in uniform it makes me think of Nurse Gladys Emmanuel! Lol…..there was never any smuts or vulgarity in ANY work he did…it was constant laughs all through…..Thankyou so very much Ronnie, you really are a cracking never to be forgotten legend. Bet you have even got the saints in heaven holding their sides with laughter at some of your jokes. Godbless you Ronnie, and Thankyou for all your hard work, and the laughter! Much love Helen xxxxxx🙋‍♀️😘😘💐😘😘💐💖🙏🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

Always remember the catchphrase it’s good night from me and it’s goodnight from him….. not forgetting the fantom raspberry blower , always stuck in my head for years, used to watch the 2 Ronnie when I was younger 😊

Porridge was the best even my Dad liked porridge and he was old school some greats from the past

Watch his shows over and over and still laugh. Love him

Not only was he a brilliant comedy genius and writer (he secretly wrote under the name Gerald Wiley) but he was a superb straight actor too. He played Winston Churchill's butler (to Albert Finney's Churchill) and was incredible. He was pure genius regardless of what he did!

I'm welling up watching this. You made so many laugh. A legend. Porridge was truly awesome. We love you Ronnie.

Such a lovely man . The two Ronnie,s mastermind sketch is comedy gold . Rest in peace to both Ronnie,s 😊

I have the complete set of 'open all hours' on DVDs and love watching them. Arkwright and Granville will never die.

One of the Best and brilliant in everything he did and a Legend.

I love Ronnie Barker he was amazing, I remember watching all his shows bless him he was the best ❤️ Love Ronnie Corbett too ❤️

I had the honour of meeting the 2 Ronnies.. At the Coventry Theatre.. When they did pantomime.. They were 2 great gentlemen.. Always very pleasant and had time for their fans.. Thank you so much for allowing us to see his resting place... Thankyou for sharing xx ❤️ 🙂

Four candles best comedy sketch ever xx

👍💜👍💜👍💜 great memories. Growing up watching this great man👍💜💜👍💜💜

Another great and very talented man gone, but not forgotten. Ronnie Barker was my favourite growing up. The Two Ronnies was never missed in our house. Porridge was absolutely brilliant. Open All Hours was my personal fave. Thanks for another great video Paul, very interesting to hear about his life.

As a 70's child I loved watching the two Ronnie's with their sketches which appealed to all ages . Would try to watch porridge sometimes too yet as 9 year old in 77 didn't always get the gags .Always felt it was more grown up comedy .

I loved the two Ronnie's and porridge I still watch porridge when ever it's on tv the two Ronnie's were on when I was a child the phantom raspberry blower scared my youngest sister silly great to see where he's at rest thank you for showing us

I feel honoured that I was alive ,and still am! when this amazing man was alive. What a great actor in all aspects. He is sadly missed but great memories.🥰

I love Ronnie I could easily spend the whole day watching him when you talk about comedy legends he's at top of my list just brilliant