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Carol Challis, Widow of ‘Only Fools and Horses’ Star John Challis, Unveils Funeral Plans Online
Carol Challis, the wife of the late John Challis, best known for his role in the iconic British sitcom Only Fools and Horses, received a wave of responses after openly discussing her funeral arrangements on social media platform X. In a candid post on Monday, Carol Challis, widow of the celebrated actor who portrayed Boycie, shared details of her planned farewell ceremony, expressing relief at having finalized these arrangements.
Social Media Announcement
Mrs. Challis, who married John Challis in 1995 and frequently shares touching tributes to her late husband, who passed away in 2021 at the age of 79, revealed her plans to her 133,000 followers.
In her post, she stated: “Oh joy! I’ve just organised my funeral. I’m making my entrance to Whiter Shade of Pale and my exit to Dancing Queen. Thank God that’s out of the way. Next…..”
Online Reactions to Funeral Plans
The social media post quickly garnered numerous comments, with many users sharing their own experiences and thoughts on the matter.
One user commented, “Done ours already!”, indicating a similar proactive approach to end-of-life planning.
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Another user remarked, “One less thing to worry about,” echoing the sentiment of relief expressed by Mrs. Challis.
Further comments included personal anecdotes relating to funeral music choices. One individual shared, “We had Whiter Shade for my Dad. It’s a banger. Always gets me when I hear it,” highlighting the emotional connection to music played at funerals.
Another user offered their own planned musical selection, stating, “I’ve told my brother I want the Thunderbirds theme by the Royal Marines Band to come in to. My exit is my all time favourite song, Carolina in My Mind by James Taylor.”
John Challis: A Career in Comedy
John Challis became a household name through his portrayal of Boycie, the second-hand car dealer in Only Fools And Horses. He starred alongside Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst for 22 years, becoming a central figure in the much-loved comedy. His popularity led to a spin-off series, The Green Green Grass, where he reprised his role as Boycie.
Beyond his iconic role in Only Fools and Horses, Challis also featured in the ITV sitcom Benidorm, playing Monty Staines from 2015 to 2018.
Boycie in Belgrade
In 2020, John Challis produced the documentary “Boycie in Belgrade,” exploring the immense popularity of Only Fools and Horses in Serbia. This popularity culminated in him being granted honorary citizenship as the Freeman of Belgrade.
Reflecting on this honor, Challis remarked, “Can’t wait to find out what I can do, now [that] I’m a citizen of Serbia”.
John Challis’s Passing
Prior to his death, John Challis had to cancel his “Only Fools and Boycie” show tour due to declining health.
In September 2021, a family statement announced his passing: “It is with heavy hearts that we bring you such sad news. Our dear friend and yours, John Challis, has died peacefully in his sleep, after a long battle with cancer.”