Actor Bob Hoskins dies aged 71
Actor Bob Hoskins has died following pneumonia at the age of 71, his agent Clair Dobbs said today.
Bob Hoskins told people 'It's good to talk' in BT adverts
With the gravelly cockney accent - Bob Hoskins - who often played rough-edged characters with a heart of gold - was also familiar to millions for his ad campaign for British Telecom in which he told viewers: "It's good to talk".
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11 life lessons from Bob Hoskins to his daughter
Bob Hoskins daughter Rosa has shared 11 life lessons passed on to her by her actor father, who died today aged 71.
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Bob Hoskins' most memorable quotes
British actor Bob Hoskins provided many outspoken and amusing soundbites throughout his long career - here are some of the best.
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Bob Hoskins: Five of his best films
The late Bob Hoskins was often best known for his roles playing cockneys and gangsters.