John Challis Death – Obituary: John Challis also known for playing Terrance Aubrey “Boycie” Boyce in Only Fools and Horses has died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 79 after a long battle with cancer on 19th September 2021.
John brought his own unique touch to the character of Boycie, bags of charisma and charm and, of course, that unmistakable trademark laugh. My dad loved that laugh and from the first time he heard it would always include a ‘Boycie does one of his laughs’ in the script stage directions.
Away from the cameras, John was an immensely kind, witty and erudite man. He will be missed enormously, and our thoughts are with his wife Carol and the rest of his family.”
This death has caused a lot of friends and family of Challis much hurt. In that mourning spirit, concerned persons have taken to social media to share tributes to the deceased and condolences to the affected family
Tributes To John Challis
Across social media users’ timelines are statements that show respect, admiration, and gratitude towards Challis as people mourn the passing.
Mat Richardson
The world needs laughter, especially at times like this. Re-runs of Only Fools never grow old thank goodness so we’ll always have reminders of John’s brilliance. RIP John knowing that putting smiles on people’s faces is one of the best qualities in life
T_Hemming Deciduous tree
John’s book is one of the few books which when I knew I was getting to the end, I would only read one page at a time as I didn’t want it to end. He was a lot more than Boycie and his book taught me this. Another Legend leaves us but his on screen presence is here forever
Somerset County Cricket Club
Somerset County Cricket Club are extremely saddened to hear about the passing of long term supporter John Challis. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time #OnlyFoolsAndHorses #Boycie #WeAreSomerset
Cornwall Channel
We are sad to hear of the passing of John challis, otherwise known as “Boycie” from Only Fools and Horses. John was an absolute gentleman when he appeared on the Cornwall Channel a few times. Here is a look back when he appeared on the Cornwall Channel showing his support for The Lizard Lifeboat Station. Our thoughts go out to his family.
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