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David Jason: My Life
National Book Awards Autobiography of the Year 2013
The long-awaited autobiography of one of Britain's best-loved actors.
Born the son of a Billingsgate market porter at the height of the Second World War, David Jason spent his early life dodging bombs and bullies, both with impish good timing. Giving up on an unloved career as an electrician, he turned his attention to acting and soon, through a natural talent for making people laugh, found himself working with the leading lights of British comedy in the 1960s and '70s: Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Bob Monkhouse and Ronnie Barker. Barker would become a mentor to David, leading to hugely successful stints in Porridge and Open All Hours.
It wasn't until 1981, kitted out with a sheepskin jacket, a flat cap, and a clapped-out Reliant Regal, that David found the part that would capture the nation's hearts: the beloved Derek 'Del Boy' Trotter in Only Fools and Horses. Never a one-trick pony, he had an award-winning spell as TV's favourite detective Jack Frost, took a country jaunt as Pop Larkin in the Darling Buds of May, and even voiced a crime-fighting cartoon rodent in the much-loved children's show Danger Mouse.
But life hasn't all been so easy: from missing out on a key role in Dad's Army to nearly drowning in a freak diving accident, David has had his fair share of ups and downs, and has lost some of his nearest and dearest along the way.
David's is a touching, funny and warm-hearted story, which charts the course of his incredible five decades at the top of the entertainment business. He's been a shopkeeper and a detective inspector, a crime-fighter and a market trader, and he ain't finished yet. As Del Boy would say, it's all cushty.
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First published October 1, 2013
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May 20, 2015
What a nice man! Plain speaking, warm, with a love of the art of comedy that shines though his career and through his writing. We follow his rise to success cheering every inch of the way. A thoroughly entertaining and enjoyable read.
Feelgood factor - 10/10.
Feelgood factor - 10/10.
December 10, 2013
David Jason was already a star when I first heard of him, but which character was most like the man himself. The cheeky Del Boy? The slightly gormless Granville? The shabby, sharp, obstreperous detective Jack Frost? As I started to read his autobiography, I realised he had a background in acting covering such a variety of characters in his repertoire that little was beyond him and his ability to perform whatever role was presented. From rep in his early career, through the West End, comedy, drama, touring, you name it and he'd probably have tried it somewhere through the years.
With his humble background, acting was an unlikely profession for this young whippersnapper, but when he heard that the local amateur dramatic society had a shortage of boys and a surfeit of young ladies, it seemed a good idea to join. Although he had no theatrical training, he obviously had a natural ability which he is very modest about. He did train as an electrician, but rarely seemed to be out of work as an actor to have to fall back on this alternative career.
A born practical joker, he was naturally in awe of those a little further up the ladder in the hall of fame. He spent two decades treading the boards before the recognition he deserved came his way.
This is the story of a very nice man and I enjoyed getting to know more about him.
January 3, 2014
Have always loved this man, grew up with him in my house and have continued to watch him as an adult. He has always been a very private man so was intrigued to read about his early life and really wanted to find out more about Only fools and horses, one of my all time favourite shows. This was an amazing read, loved all the anecdotes, so fascinating to find out more about him and other (now famous) people he came across at the time and really lovely to read about his close relationship with Ronnie B. Loved it!
September 22, 2016
David Jason is a very popular man, actor, comedy rolls and more.
I know when I watch anything with him in it I am going to thoroughly love it.
Fools and horse to Frost showed a HUGE talent as both opposite dimensions.
Read about his early days starting out as an electrician.
Then he ended up being a " millionaire " as he said in his famous show.
And in reality he succeeded.
What a fabulous read
I know when I watch anything with him in it I am going to thoroughly love it.
Fools and horse to Frost showed a HUGE talent as both opposite dimensions.
Read about his early days starting out as an electrician.
Then he ended up being a " millionaire " as he said in his famous show.
And in reality he succeeded.
What a fabulous read
October 28, 2019
A delightful autobiography by one of England’s great TV actor-comedians. David Jason will not be known outside of England but has been a mainstay on out TV screens here since the mid-1970s. For me he is Del Boy from Only Fools and Horses but he has been in lots of other productions like Porridge, Open All Hours, The Darling Buds of May and A Touch of Frost. My mum and dad used to watch all of them. They never watched Danger Mouse though.
As is the case with most books of this type we go through childhood (born in 1940 so his main memories begin just after the war) and on to how they ended up becoming famous. I thought I would be reading this and seeing Del Boy. That is not the case at all. It is pure David Jason, or rather – David White.
He did not have acting parents although his elder brother, Arthur did act. You can see how hard he worked to get to where he got. Repertory work, touring theatre and TV. It was a bit of a gamble but it paid off handsomely. He tells us about all the British TV stars he worked with over the years. He does not relent on informing us of the good and the bad. His relationship with Ronnie Barker is truly lovely as you would expect.
The book is so easy to read and the dreaded actor ego does not rear its ugly head fortunately although you can argue that just writing a book about yourself is ego enough. If you have watched and enjoyed David Jason in any of his roles then this book will be of interest to you and it will not put you off him at all. There is a problem though. You end up going to YouTube and looking at all those famous scenes again or searching out whole episodes of TV series he was in. Be prepared to lose some of your precious time doing that.
As is the case with most books of this type we go through childhood (born in 1940 so his main memories begin just after the war) and on to how they ended up becoming famous. I thought I would be reading this and seeing Del Boy. That is not the case at all. It is pure David Jason, or rather – David White.
He did not have acting parents although his elder brother, Arthur did act. You can see how hard he worked to get to where he got. Repertory work, touring theatre and TV. It was a bit of a gamble but it paid off handsomely. He tells us about all the British TV stars he worked with over the years. He does not relent on informing us of the good and the bad. His relationship with Ronnie Barker is truly lovely as you would expect.
The book is so easy to read and the dreaded actor ego does not rear its ugly head fortunately although you can argue that just writing a book about yourself is ego enough. If you have watched and enjoyed David Jason in any of his roles then this book will be of interest to you and it will not put you off him at all. There is a problem though. You end up going to YouTube and looking at all those famous scenes again or searching out whole episodes of TV series he was in. Be prepared to lose some of your precious time doing that.
December 4, 2013
I like a biography, I seem to read enough of them lately, so this one seemed like it would provide a little amusement. I did enjoy reading about his normal growing up, and training as an electrician. While at school him and a mate joined a dramatic club as a way to meet girls, and without any formal training he was able to start making his living as an actor in his twenties.
For me the middle part of the book was a bit dry and I guess not knowing all the old actors and actresses of the 60's and 70's it was not my favorite book. All started to improve when he wrote more about Porridge, Open All Hours , Fools and Horses, The Darling Buds of May and all his other television roles. Even though there were lots of amusing stories about what him and his fellow actors got up too, it is the stories about friends and family that touch you the most, and allow you to see the man. He certainly would seem to be a good man to share a meal and a chat with.
For me the middle part of the book was a bit dry and I guess not knowing all the old actors and actresses of the 60's and 70's it was not my favorite book. All started to improve when he wrote more about Porridge, Open All Hours , Fools and Horses, The Darling Buds of May and all his other television roles. Even though there were lots of amusing stories about what him and his fellow actors got up too, it is the stories about friends and family that touch you the most, and allow you to see the man. He certainly would seem to be a good man to share a meal and a chat with.
January 7, 2015
I enjoyed this interesting and often humorous autobiography written by David himself. It covers his life from his earliest days right up until 2014. One of our most loved actors, here is the inside story of how he made it. His story clearly shows his ability to turn his hand to any type of character acting as well as comedic work, though I think he is perhaps most loved for "Only Fools and Horses" with Inspector Frost running second. His delightful personality shines throughout his book and the 4 stars award is simply because I did get a little bogged down in the parts where he is discussing in general the ins and outs of show business. If you like autobiographies this is a good one.
August 21, 2018
As entertaining and amusing as David Jason himself, this takes the reader through everything he has from his early years avoiding bombs in London to his time as an electrician and his breakthrough moments as a comedian and actor. Not only is this an interesting read, it is written as though Jason himself were sat with you, remembering his past and telling the best and funniest of his tales. He also doesn't shy away from the harder moments including the loss of Lennard and Myfanwy, telling of their lives and their loss in affectionate terms that honour their lives rather than their deaths.
September 3, 2025
This was my first book that I have listened to on audio, a very unusual experience as I generally prefer a book.
Nonetheless I really enjoyed the book and David came across as a very humble individual who worked incredibly hard to achieve his success, it was really interesting to hear about the behind the scenes goings on when filming different programmes and the friendships that still remain to this day.
Towards the end of this book David talks of living a quiet life away from the cameras and paparazzi, preferring to tend to his garden rather than be in the papers. What bliss. Perhaps the younger generation of today could take a leaf out of his book???
Nonetheless I really enjoyed the book and David came across as a very humble individual who worked incredibly hard to achieve his success, it was really interesting to hear about the behind the scenes goings on when filming different programmes and the friendships that still remain to this day.
Towards the end of this book David talks of living a quiet life away from the cameras and paparazzi, preferring to tend to his garden rather than be in the papers. What bliss. Perhaps the younger generation of today could take a leaf out of his book???
October 13, 2024
Great book/ great actor- so humble.
Did loads of reminiscing whilst reading this book ( my era- 70's/80's)
Did loads of reminiscing whilst reading this book ( my era- 70's/80's)
December 1, 2013
Entertaining autobiography of the life of one of England's most beloved actors.
MY LIFE deals with Jason's early life and his career up until his successes in Only Fools and Horses and A Touch of Frost..
He does talk about these shows but not in as much detail as his earlier life.
It's funny how you form an impression of an actor based on the roles played. Wrong of course. I learned that Jason's real surname is White but when he registered with Actors Equity that name was taken. He chose Jason because when he was a kid he was a fan of Jason and the Argonauts.
I was also surprised to learn that Jason loves scuba diving and flies a helicopter.
So many autobiographies these days seem to dwell on crisis and catastrope. Jason had a happy childhood and adolescence and appears to be an unassuming man who doesn't particularly care for the limelight his profession brings.
Another fact. The actor who played Trig, the archivist in A Touch of Frost is David Jason's older brother Arthur who is also an actor.
MY LIFE deals with Jason's early life and his career up until his successes in Only Fools and Horses and A Touch of Frost..
He does talk about these shows but not in as much detail as his earlier life.
It's funny how you form an impression of an actor based on the roles played. Wrong of course. I learned that Jason's real surname is White but when he registered with Actors Equity that name was taken. He chose Jason because when he was a kid he was a fan of Jason and the Argonauts.
I was also surprised to learn that Jason loves scuba diving and flies a helicopter.
So many autobiographies these days seem to dwell on crisis and catastrope. Jason had a happy childhood and adolescence and appears to be an unassuming man who doesn't particularly care for the limelight his profession brings.
Another fact. The actor who played Trig, the archivist in A Touch of Frost is David Jason's older brother Arthur who is also an actor.
January 28, 2015
I absolutely love David Jason. I got to know him through Open All Hours which I own now. Then I was lucky enough to watch all of the Touch of Frost on Netflix, which I now own them as well. I'm currently working on watching Only Fools and Horses through Netflix. I think he is a great actor and comedian.
I was surprised to learn he had a baby at age 60 with Gill with her age being 40. They had little Sophie. There is the sweetest picture of David and her in the book. There are a good bit of pictures in the book.
The book is about his career and some other personal stuff. The majority of it is hilarious and you can actually picture him sitting there going on. He's just great.
I was surprised to learn he had a baby at age 60 with Gill with her age being 40. They had little Sophie. There is the sweetest picture of David and her in the book. There are a good bit of pictures in the book.
The book is about his career and some other personal stuff. The majority of it is hilarious and you can actually picture him sitting there going on. He's just great.
August 13, 2014
I listened to the audiobook, David Jason read the first chapter, but no further, this jarred a little bit and I never really got used to the second narrator.
The book itself was an enjoyable read covering David's career from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of fame.
Humorous, at times moving, but no real revelations or deep insight here although Jason comes across as a really nice bloke.
Lubbly-Jubbly !
The book itself was an enjoyable read covering David's career from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of fame.
Humorous, at times moving, but no real revelations or deep insight here although Jason comes across as a really nice bloke.
Lubbly-Jubbly !
August 31, 2014
You can actually hear Sir David's voice (or rather Del's Boys) as you read this book, lovely and funny insight to a very private man. On my list of favourite actors and great to read about other stars and all the plays/tv Sir David has been connected too, especially the "governor" Ronnie Barker. So glad I got to see both George Cole and David Jason on stage (sadly in different plays).
September 9, 2016
If you like David Jason then you will certainly enjoy this interesting read.
I enjoyed learning about this popular actor who has become a national treasure.
I enjoyed learning about this popular actor who has become a national treasure.
May 13, 2019
A first person account of the life of one of Britain’s most well known television actors.
I rarely watch television or visit the cinema and I’m not remotely interested in celebrity lifestyle so when My Life by David Jason was chosen for the U3A book group to which I belong my heart sank. I was completely wrong to have this reaction. My Life is a hugely entertaining and engagingly written book that I found totally absorbing and interesting.
I found My Life quite funny and chuckled aloud on several occasions. I thought the tone of the book showed David Jason as surprisingly honest and self-deprecating, especially in his assessment of his reluctance to commit in relationships and in the references to his physical stature. He writes with a wit and intelligence that makes My Life a pleasure to read and the asides to the reader make it feel as if he’s simply talking through his past with a friend. I very much enjoyed the mini chapter summaries which are frequently quirkily deadpan and surprising such as ‘How I delivered Bob Monkhouse’s babies’ or ‘Some questionable behaviour with bongos’.
I particularly enjoyed David Jason’s obvious affection for some of those he’d worked with like Ronnie Barker, and his sometimes blunt assessment of how he got on with others!
I think what appealed to me most was the trip down memory lane that My Life afforded me. I remembered the programmes from my childhood and the actors in them that David Jason writes about with such clarity and with frequently surprising anecdotes. His prose certainly made me feel nostalgic, especially his reference to Apethorpe Hall as I spent the first eight years of my life in that village, my father working at the hall, so all kinds of wonderful memories were kindled outside the actual content of the book.
I thoroughly enjoyed My Life. David Jason has managed to illustrate that missing out the autobiographical genre from my reading means I’m missing out on memory, entertainment and enjoyment. I’ll be including more memoir in future!
I rarely watch television or visit the cinema and I’m not remotely interested in celebrity lifestyle so when My Life by David Jason was chosen for the U3A book group to which I belong my heart sank. I was completely wrong to have this reaction. My Life is a hugely entertaining and engagingly written book that I found totally absorbing and interesting.
I found My Life quite funny and chuckled aloud on several occasions. I thought the tone of the book showed David Jason as surprisingly honest and self-deprecating, especially in his assessment of his reluctance to commit in relationships and in the references to his physical stature. He writes with a wit and intelligence that makes My Life a pleasure to read and the asides to the reader make it feel as if he’s simply talking through his past with a friend. I very much enjoyed the mini chapter summaries which are frequently quirkily deadpan and surprising such as ‘How I delivered Bob Monkhouse’s babies’ or ‘Some questionable behaviour with bongos’.
I particularly enjoyed David Jason’s obvious affection for some of those he’d worked with like Ronnie Barker, and his sometimes blunt assessment of how he got on with others!
I think what appealed to me most was the trip down memory lane that My Life afforded me. I remembered the programmes from my childhood and the actors in them that David Jason writes about with such clarity and with frequently surprising anecdotes. His prose certainly made me feel nostalgic, especially his reference to Apethorpe Hall as I spent the first eight years of my life in that village, my father working at the hall, so all kinds of wonderful memories were kindled outside the actual content of the book.
I thoroughly enjoyed My Life. David Jason has managed to illustrate that missing out the autobiographical genre from my reading means I’m missing out on memory, entertainment and enjoyment. I’ll be including more memoir in future!
January 7, 2021
Really enjoyed this book. For the most part light hearted, it is interesting to read how so many of my favourite shows/characters came about. Also gives an insight into certain other well known characters. I had my phone by my side all the time so I could find a picture to remind me who some of the other actors were and it was like reading about old friends. I did like the final words from Ronnie B
December 13, 2021
To me, David Jason is an actor who is known only for one role, which is of 'Del Boy'.
I have fond memories of not only watching the original Christmas Specials when I was younger but missing school one morning to get his autograph when he was filming 'A Touch of Frost' near to my house.
At times, this account of his life experiences to becoming a well-known actor is a little dry.
A few chapters were unnecessary, and more time could have been spent on what made him famous.
I have fond memories of not only watching the original Christmas Specials when I was younger but missing school one morning to get his autograph when he was filming 'A Touch of Frost' near to my house.
At times, this account of his life experiences to becoming a well-known actor is a little dry.
A few chapters were unnecessary, and more time could have been spent on what made him famous.
September 13, 2025
This is the kind of autobiography I enjoy; it's honest but mostly lighthearted and every bit as witty as I expected.
David Jason is a national treasure and now I've listened to his autobiography I admire him even more. His life hasn't been smooth sailing and he worked incredibly hard before he finally got his well-deserved big break in television.
He comes across as a very warm, kind person and it certainly shows in the fact he's made lifelong friends of many of his co-stars and even received thanks from Michael Douglas for taking Catherine Zeta-Jones under his wing during filming of The Darling Buds of May.
My only complaint is it wasn't narrated by Jason himself, but after the chapter on his longtime partner, Myfanwy's death, I can see why he perhaps didn't want to narrate it himself. He did narrate the foreword which was excellent and set the tone for the rest of the memoir.
David Jason is a national treasure and now I've listened to his autobiography I admire him even more. His life hasn't been smooth sailing and he worked incredibly hard before he finally got his well-deserved big break in television.
He comes across as a very warm, kind person and it certainly shows in the fact he's made lifelong friends of many of his co-stars and even received thanks from Michael Douglas for taking Catherine Zeta-Jones under his wing during filming of The Darling Buds of May.
My only complaint is it wasn't narrated by Jason himself, but after the chapter on his longtime partner, Myfanwy's death, I can see why he perhaps didn't want to narrate it himself. He did narrate the foreword which was excellent and set the tone for the rest of the memoir.
January 8, 2018
Brilliant Autobiography from one of our best loved actors, full of humour, facts, sadness and happiness.
September 11, 2023
A warm,funny and a life lived by a remarkable talented actor.
May 29, 2024
Absolute national treasure. You can't help but smile throughout. My god I love this man!
March 19, 2018
Fascinating insight into a wonderful actor.
November 8, 2013
David Jason is one of those actors that it feel like you know. He has seeped into our consciousness through decades of portraying memorable characters and always comes across as an affable, charming man in interviews. I was really looking forward to finding out more about him through his long awaited autobiography My Life.
The title is not a misnomer, this truly is a book about David's life from his childhood in London in and immediately after the second world war to becoming a household name. I loved the stories about his family, particularly his mother (her explanation of the noises in wartime as 'just God moving his furniture around' made an impression on me) and the bygone age transmitted in these tales alongside his dry humour and jovial story-telling made this an interesting read. Autobiographies can sometimes spend a long time talking about life 'pre-fame' without really giving any insight, but I felt this book grabbed my attention. I could visualise London in this era, imagining David and his friends up to their escapades.
The story of his 'rise to fame' is also interesting. Although he was thrust into the spotlight (reluctantly) in the school production, David showed dedication to a theatre group and pursued a career as an electrician before he got his big break.
For those who admire his acting (both on the boards and the screen), which let's face it, most of us do, there are lots of amusing stories from his career, especially the ones concerning Ronnie Barker. I admit there were a couple of points where I had a tear in my eye.
Overall, My Life offers a good insight into David Jason's life and history, would make a lovely Christmas present for fans.
The title is not a misnomer, this truly is a book about David's life from his childhood in London in and immediately after the second world war to becoming a household name. I loved the stories about his family, particularly his mother (her explanation of the noises in wartime as 'just God moving his furniture around' made an impression on me) and the bygone age transmitted in these tales alongside his dry humour and jovial story-telling made this an interesting read. Autobiographies can sometimes spend a long time talking about life 'pre-fame' without really giving any insight, but I felt this book grabbed my attention. I could visualise London in this era, imagining David and his friends up to their escapades.
The story of his 'rise to fame' is also interesting. Although he was thrust into the spotlight (reluctantly) in the school production, David showed dedication to a theatre group and pursued a career as an electrician before he got his big break.
For those who admire his acting (both on the boards and the screen), which let's face it, most of us do, there are lots of amusing stories from his career, especially the ones concerning Ronnie Barker. I admit there were a couple of points where I had a tear in my eye.
Overall, My Life offers a good insight into David Jason's life and history, would make a lovely Christmas present for fans.
January 21, 2017
David Jason is a national treasure. As someone who was born in the early 80's I've grown up seeing him in some of the most popular TV series. What I loved about this book was that the period before he became famous was as interesting and entertaining as his most prominent years. His stories before he decided to become an actor, learning various trades, resulted in some great stories.
So famous is David Jason as a TV star that it was a surprise to learn he began his acting on the stage. He had a plethora of stories to tell, both heartwarming and humorous, none of which I'll spoil here.
Autobiographies can have a tendency to become warts and all tell all slaggng off off other actors so it's nice to read many nice things said about Jason's fellow professionals. Yes if he had problems he doesn't shy away from it but nothing feels malicious.
Anyone who has enjoyed David Jason's work and would like to learn more about himself, or indeed the behind the scenes stories of some of his most famous roles, will no doubt enjoy this book. It has insight, humour, heartbreak (in the most tragic way) and so many wonderful stories. Goodreads only lets you rate to 5. I honestly couldn't give it a rating high enough
So famous is David Jason as a TV star that it was a surprise to learn he began his acting on the stage. He had a plethora of stories to tell, both heartwarming and humorous, none of which I'll spoil here.
Autobiographies can have a tendency to become warts and all tell all slaggng off off other actors so it's nice to read many nice things said about Jason's fellow professionals. Yes if he had problems he doesn't shy away from it but nothing feels malicious.
Anyone who has enjoyed David Jason's work and would like to learn more about himself, or indeed the behind the scenes stories of some of his most famous roles, will no doubt enjoy this book. It has insight, humour, heartbreak (in the most tragic way) and so many wonderful stories. Goodreads only lets you rate to 5. I honestly couldn't give it a rating high enough
April 29, 2014
I really expected to leave this audiobook with a sense of relaxation and admiration for the life of Mr Jason but I'm left feeling deflated ever so slightly.
To begin with there is only the foreword that is given by David himself, the rest falls to some other geezer who just couldn't pull off the comedic timing or heartfelt dialogue. There are a few "Hmm, I never knew that" moments but honestly not enough...I got the distinct impression that here is a man who is very private and really doesn't want to give too much of himself away. You can track your knowledge of his life with the briefest of history he gives about this t.v. career and that in itself is hilarious BUT I just wanted more...
I do believe this man is one of the comedic backbones of English humour, alongside greats such as Michael Plain, John Cleese, Ronnie Barker. All of which he has worked with, I might add, and yet all except the very end of the biography, which did make me shed a small tear, it seemed hard work.
Usually, at the end of a biography I like to feel like I could invite the celeb in question round for a brew as they've become a friend or confidant.... Maybe Mr Jason wouldn't have come anyways!?
To begin with there is only the foreword that is given by David himself, the rest falls to some other geezer who just couldn't pull off the comedic timing or heartfelt dialogue. There are a few "Hmm, I never knew that" moments but honestly not enough...I got the distinct impression that here is a man who is very private and really doesn't want to give too much of himself away. You can track your knowledge of his life with the briefest of history he gives about this t.v. career and that in itself is hilarious BUT I just wanted more...
I do believe this man is one of the comedic backbones of English humour, alongside greats such as Michael Plain, John Cleese, Ronnie Barker. All of which he has worked with, I might add, and yet all except the very end of the biography, which did make me shed a small tear, it seemed hard work.
Usually, at the end of a biography I like to feel like I could invite the celeb in question round for a brew as they've become a friend or confidant.... Maybe Mr Jason wouldn't have come anyways!?
January 27, 2020
David Jason has always been very present in my house on the television throughout my whole life. All of it - Only Fools & Horses, Open All Hours, Porridge, Darling Buds of May and A Touch of Frost. He is without doubt my favourite comedy actor and this autobiography didn't disappoint. However, it focuses mainly on his theatre career and only mentions the "big ones" until about three-quarters of the way through. It is interesting, though. And his close shaves with Monty Python and Dad's Army could have meant his career could have turned out very different. There might have been no Del Boy. But thank God there was. It's funny, as you'd expect, and very moving. His tribute to Ronnie Barker at the end of the book had me tearing up. If you're a fan of his, you must read this book. It's an absolute must-read if you, like me, grew up with his face on telly most of the time.
December 30, 2013
I have always been a big fan of David Jason and I love an autobiography. This one was a fabulous read, it made me chuckle, it my eyes well up in all the right places and whilst I was reading, I couldn't help but imagine him reading it to me. For a man that doesn't do a lot of interviews and is very private, he gives away just the right amount of personal details whilst still holding on to his privacy.
Very well written and highly recommended to all David Jason fans.
Very well written and highly recommended to all David Jason fans.
October 8, 2014
I struggled a little with his writing style, but warmed to it after the first few chapters and enjoyed the book a lot. I think the my initial difficulty was that I was trying to hear his voice through the words, but couldn't relate to to any of his characters. Of course David Jason in person is none of his characters and once I had got past that it was fine.
Overall it was an interesting book and I found his descriptions of the technical aspects of stage and television acting fascinating.
Overall it was an interesting book and I found his descriptions of the technical aspects of stage and television acting fascinating.
November 4, 2013
I like David Jason, but have never really heard much about him. It was a great insight into his showbiz career, especially the Only Fools and Horses era!
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