I was caught by Jeremy over 20 years ago for an edition of "Beadles About". Having got over the embarrassment of being "stitched up" by my so called friends, Jeremy was concerned that if I didn't want to have my humilation broadcast on national television, then he would destroy the tapes.
I'm glad I agreed for it to go ahead, as some months after the show was broadcast, I was invited to appear on the "6o'clock Show" to exact my revenge on Mr Beadle, which I duly did.
I was able to take my two young daughters with me, and after the show, Jeremy had them in fits of laughter with his jokes and antics. They even exchaged Xmas cards, and speaking to them last night, they still remember that day with affection.
Jeremy made people laugh, and that is a rare talent today, he also, as is well known raised thousands of pounds for his selected charities, aware from the glare of self publicity, which affect so many so called professionals nowadays.
I will miss you Jeremy, a little bit of humour has left my life with your passing, however for the brief 15 minutes of fame, that I had with you, I will be forever grateful.
Wherever you are, I'm sure the laughter is loud and long.