British impressionist Mike Yarwood has died

BBC News is reporting the passing of iconic British impressionist Mike Yarwood.
He was 82.
He was probably best known for impersonating political figures in the pre-Thatcher era and at the height of his fame had a TV audience of 20 million+ on a Saturday night.

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SW-User

His show was a Saturday night staple in our house!

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Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

@SW-User I thought Rory Brenner's tribute was pretty good.
He said Yarwood was the man many modern day impressionists refer to when learning their stuff

SW-User

@Picklebobble2 Didn't see that but will have a look. Thanks!

Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M

@SW-User Well these days you have full-on satire with the likes of Spitting image or Have I got news for you

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