After his sudden death in 1984, Eric’s daughter Gail Morecambe initially found it “really painful” to be reminded of him by adoring fans.
Today she views his work with “pure joy” and feels “blessed” by the love her father continues to receive.
She says: “I think that they transcended the screen of the television and it felt like you had these two really nice guys in your living room making you laugh.”
While she notes older people enjoy her dad’s shows because of nostalgia, she finds the humour still works for the younger generation.
She explains: “I think they’re just amazed by the comedic skill.
“Children have always loved watching them because it’s very visual, you don’t have to get the humour, they make you laugh just watching them. So it’s still family viewing.”
