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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Only Fools and Horses fans asked to pay up to £500 plus VAT to meet David Jason
Those who pay the fee will be banned from taking their own selfies, asking for autographs or even giving gifts to Sir David Only Fools and Horses fans are being asked to pay up to £550 to spend 'a moment' with Sir David Jason. The Del Boy star, 85, will pose for a picture as part of the deal at a two-day convention at a hotel in Milton Keynes this October. But unlike his wide-boy character, fans will be unable to avoid VAT, as the venue is cashless, and there will be no money back and no guarantee for ticket holders if they suddenly can't make it. Those who do turn up will be banned from taking their own selfies, asking for autographs or even giving gifts to Sir David. A disgruntled fan last night said: 'Lets just say, I wouldn't describe it as lovely jubbly.' Details of the money-spinner emerged after Sir David griped last year how he was "slightly upset" at being best known for playing Derek Trotter. The offer comes 12 months after the Mirror reported how organisers of last year's convention were charging at least £325 for tickets to meet the star. A cheaper bronze package for this year's event is available for £100-a-person, which will not include the chance to meet Sir David. Buyers will be able to watch an on stage talk with the star and director Tony Dow and are promised an 'opportunity to meet other star guest actors' from the show. But if they want to get their autographs, further charges will apply. A silver package is being sold at £350, which will allow fans the chance to get one 8x6 picture, described as 'FREE', with Sir David. The £450 gold package offers the same perks, plus 'Ltd Edt Convention Montage personally signed by Sir David Jason (before the Convention and given to you upon arrival at Registration)', 'central seating location in the ballroom' and being 'amongst the first tables called up to meet David Jason'. Those who buy the £550 platinum ticket are further promised 'VIP Seating – front row table with unobstructed view!' and '1 x FREE ticket to the Saturday Night Karaoke (includes evening meal)'. Fans that do get to meet Sir David will do so in a mock-up of Del Boy's flat inside Mandela House. The website says: 'Eligible ticket holders will finally have their 'Moment with Sir David Jason', posing for a photograph in the Trotter Flat, as well as all attendees having the chance to meet the other guest actors and add their autograph to your collection! 'We kindly request no gifts are to be given to Sir David Jason as this will take up all of the allocated time for your photo. 'Due to time constraints, Sir David will not be signing any items across the Convention weekend. We kindly ask you do not bring anything to attempt Sir David to sign as it will not be permitted. We will have staff on call to ensure this in fairness to everyone.' 'There will be NO 'Selfies' at the event with Sir David Jason. Selfies are left to the discretion of the other guest actors, although most are very happy to pose for a photograph if asked politely. 'We do not charge for a 'selfie'! Crew Members will be sat with each actor and happy to assist with the taking of your photo. If your ticket(s) do not include a signed photo / mount, ticket holders are able to purchase a signed Convention Photo / Mount subject to availability across the weekend. "There are no in person autograph opportunities across the weekend with Sir David Jason. The convention's website adds: 'We are delighted to return with the Karaoke on the Saturday Night. It will commence around 7pm and finish by 12pm (midnight). 'Purchasing a Karaoke ticket includes entry to the karaoke and an evening meal (hot buffet selection chosen by the venue). You must ensure that you are attending the Convention on either day to be able to attend the Karaoke. 'NO SELFIES / AUTOGRAPHS will be signed by any actors who attend the Karaoke – please allow them to enjoy their evening. Other guest actors in attendance WILL be signing any items of your choice including Props and Van Doors.'
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Only Fools and Horses star Sir David Jason makes 'painful' decision as he admits 'it's over now'
Only Fools and Horses legend Sir David Jason has been forced to give up a huge part of his life that he loved due to the physical pain he was experiencing. Sir David Jason, the beloved star of Only Fools and Horses, has revealed that he's had to give up a cherished hobby due to physical discomfort. The 85-year-old actor, who earned his helicopter pilot wings back in 2005, was often seen soaring through the skies in his Robinson R44. However, as he shared in his memoir, This Time Next Year, that he recently had to bid farewell to his chopper "with extreme reluctance", reports the Mirror. In his book, Sir David wrote: "The fact is, you need your hips, legs and knees to be in pretty tip-top condition for helicopter flying. Also your arms and shoulders. It's rather like playing a drum kit in that regard, although the consequences of getting out of time during the second verse are quite a bit graver. "I realised I was getting increasingly uncomfortable up there in the air. Having to push the physical part of the task was taking some of the joy out of it. "Clearly it was time to step away while I was still capable of stepping." A popular sight in the skies surrounding his home in recent years, Sir David even dropped in to do a spot of shopping at Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm Shop - in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, back in 2022. The farm features on Amazon Prime's Clarkson's Farm - which is set to retrurn for a fourth series on May 23. One of the stars of the hit series, Kaleb Cooper, reacted to Sir David's flying visit in 2022 by posting on Instagram: "What a legend he is." Reflecting on this significant change, Sir David expressed his pain, saying: "Flying that helicopter was a big part of my life. It was a lot of fun, obviously, but also just the most satisfying accomplishment." In a frank chat with the Sunday Times, Sir David discussed how hip replacement surgery, which he underwent in 2023, greatly affected his mobility. He also acknowledged the inevitable impacts of ageing, admitting: "My memory isn't what it used to be." "Most of us reach this point when things aren't quite as bright as they used to be." Nevertheless, he remains positive, adding: "Mind you, I don't wear a hearing aid, I don't wear glasses, and I've only had to replace one bit of my body, so I'm not doing too bad." In addition to being a keen helicopter pilot, Sir David has also been honorary vice patron of the Royal International Air Tattoo since 1999. In May 2014, he presented a cheque on behalf of the Fairford-based RAF Charitable Trust for £125,000 to the British RAF Air Cadet Organisation, to fund flight simulators for Air Cadets.
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Only Fools and Horses musical plunged into chaos as theatre evacuated due to medical emergency
AN ONLY Fools and Horses musical has been evacuated after a "medical emergency". The opening show at Blackpool's Winter Gardens was axed last night after an audience member became seriously ill. The hit production, starring TV icon Paul Whitehouse as Granddad, began on Monday. It is set to run until Saturday May 3. is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Wales Online
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
'I lost 92lbs after meeting Sir David Jason'
'I lost 92lbs after meeting Sir David Jason' Only Fools and Horses fan Barry, 50, took immediate action after talking to Sir David about Del Boy Barry Henderson, with Sir David Jason An Only Fools and Horses superfan lost more than 6st after being inspired by Del Boy. Barry Henderson, 50, has been a fan of the sitcom since 1983 when he first watched the show age nine. The NHS worker has always struggled with his weight drinking up to 12 bottles of Coke and eating up to 24 bags of crisps a day. At his heaviest, he weighed 19st 12lbs, and wore 44'' trousers and XXXL t-shirts. But his habits changed overnight when he met his hero, Sir David Jason, at an Only Fools and Horses Convention in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire in August 2024. Speaking about their mutual love for Derek Trotter, Sir David shared his admiration for his character for "getting up every morning with a positive mindset" thinking 'today could be the best day of my life" - despite the set backs he faced in the sitcom. The very next day, inspired Barry started going to the gym and cut out chocolate, crisps and sweets. He lost an incredible losing 6st 8lb - now weighing 13st 4lbs - and credits his weight loss to his hero, Del Boy. Proud Barry met Sir David again in March 2025 at the same convention and told him how his words inspired his change in perspective. Barry Henderson, before he lost weight. Barry from Aberdeen, Scotland, said: 'He told me about his character and how bad his life was, but he got up every morning with a positive mindset at all times. I've idolised this guy for thirty years. The next day after the convention, I joined the gym, totally changed my diet, and walked in public. Article continues below 'It was because I had so much respect for this guy and I've got so much time for him and I looked into his eyes and I knew that he was actually interested and cared. If I was ever going to make myself proud, I wanted to meet him again, and talk to him about his words and how they spurred me on. "He said he couldn't believe that he had inspired me, and he said it was great to meet me again. It made me feel so good about myself." Barry described himself as a "big lad" growing up. "I was having up to 12 bottles of fizzy full coke daily, some days up to 24 bags of crisps," he said. Barry Henderson, with Sir David Jason after his weight loss Speaking of his lifelong love for Only Fools and Horses he added: 'You are so into that family, and you want the best for them. "The acting is great, and I love all the characters. Sir David's story is great, and that is what you see throughout the show, you get a real connection with all of the characters." He told Sir David about how much the show meant to him at the convention. "People have said to never meet your heroes but Sir David Jason was absolutely brilliant," he said. 'The words that came from Sir David changed my life. He said that my binge eating has to stop and my gambling has to stop. My admiration for David and his words changed my life." Barry Henderson, after he lost weight Barry replaced his bacon butty breakfasts with avocado on toast, and his dinner of pasties became steak with asparagus. He also joined the gym, working out three times a week. Article continues below "I would watch Only Fools and Horses every day," he said. "It kept me going.' Now he wears 34'' size trousers and large t-shirts - and showed off his new frame to Sir David last month. "He said he remembered me and he talked to me about the weight and he said what Derek Trotter can do to people.'
