Frankie Howerd Funny Adverts & Promos (British Gas, Typhoo & More)

Titter ye not!" 🤐 From selling ice cream in the 60s to checking gas meters in the 90s, Frankie Howerd was one of Britain's most beloved (and distinctive) commercial stars. This compilation collects the comedy legend's best television advertisements. Watch as he brings his trademark "oohs," "aahs," and nervous glances to campaigns for Typhoo Tea, Lyons Maid, and his famous 90s revival spots for British Gas. 📺 Why watch? Frankie Howerd had a unique ability to make the viewer feel like a co-conspirator. His adverts often broke the "fourth wall," speaking directly to the camera with gossip and innuendo. The British Gas adverts in the early 90s were particularly special, as they marked a major career comeback for him just before he passed away. 💡 Did You Know? The "Saint" Frankie: Before he became a comedian, Frankie originally wanted to be a priest! He remained deeply religious throughout his life, despite his risqué "naughty" humor. The Revival: In the early 90s, Frankie enjoyed a massive surge in popularity with university students who loved his "Up Pompeii" repeats. This led to his casting in the cool, creamy Boddingtons ads alongside the glamorous models. The "Umm-ing": His famous stuttering style (lots of "umms" and "oohs") was originally developed to hide his stage fright. He would pretend to forget his lines to give himself time to think, and audiences loved it so much it became his trademark act. 🔔 Subscribe for more Classic British Comedy & Nostalgia! [Link to your Subscribe Button] Love these classic adverts as much as I do? You can help preserve more TV memories over at: https://ko-fi.com/retroadrewind Think of it as buying me a coffee while we rewind another decade ☕📺