Grumbleweeds star Walker dies

Grumbleweeds star Graham Walker has died aged 68. The comedian who was still performing with co-star Robin Colvill this year, died at the weekend after fighting cancer for several years.

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Grumbleweeds star Graham Walker dies aged 68

Grumbleweeds star Graham Walker has died aged 68, a spokeswoman for his agent has confirmed.

The comedian who was still performing with co-star Robin Colvill this year, died at the weekend after fighting cancer for several years.

The band, who mixed comedy routines with songs, formed in Leeds in 1962 and turned professional after proving a hit on Opportunity Knocks.

The band featured in their own Radio 2 series, The Grumbleweeds Radio Show, from 1979 to 1988 and were regulars on television.

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