Comedian Jimmy Cricket Has Died, Aged 80

“He spent his last few days surrounded by his family, love, laughter and songs.”

Comedian Jimmy Cricket, born James Joseph Mulgrew, died on Monday aged 80.

In a statement, his family said: “Our beloved Jimmy passed away this morning after a short illness.

“He spent his last few days surrounded by his family, love, laughter and songs. Jimmy brought so much laughter and happiness to countless audiences in his career over the years.”

“Whether on stage, screen or radio, or if you met him in person as well.

“But that was nothing to the happiness he gave to his family. A devoted husband to May for fifty-two years.

“A wonderful dad to his four children and very silly........

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