Richard Beckinsale "Bloody Kids", which then had to be re-cast. This role marked a change in direction for Beckinsale, being a more hard-nosed character than those he had played before. Three days after his death, "Going Straight" won a BAFTA award. Barker delivered a brief acceptance speech in tribute to his co-star. Plans had been drawn up to make a film version of Beckinsale's other successful sitcom "Rising Damp" and ultimately the film was made in 1980. Christopher Strauli was recruited to replace Beckinsale, playing a different character. In 2000, 21 years after his death, a documentary was broadcast on ITV in
In Person (TV series) In Person (TV series) In Person is a Canadian music variety television series which aired on CBC Television from 1966 to 1968. Regulars included Jimmy Dale's house band and vocalists the In Singers. For the first season, each episode featured a different host such as Alex Barris, Tommy Common, Doug Crosley, Don Francks, Wally Koster and Gordon Pinsent. Guests in that season included Dave Broadfoot, Cy Leonard, Billy Meek, The Staccatos and Flip Wilson. For the second season (1967–1968), Alan Hamel became a regular host. Guests that season included Tommy Ambrose, Jack Duffy, Ian and Sylvia, Gordon Lightfoot and Rich