Les Dawson
(1932-1993)

comedian, author, and Water Rat

Died aged c. 61

Leslie Dawson Jr. (2 February 1931 – 10 June 1993) was an English comedian, actor, writer, and presenter, who is best remembered for his deadpan style, curmudgeonly persona and jokes about his mother-in-law and wife.

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Commemorated on 2 plaques

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Manchester, United Kingdom
Les Dawson
Lytham St Annes, United Kingdom

Les Dawson 1932-1993 comedian, author and Water Rat

The Palace Theatre, Oxford Road, Manchester, United Kingdom where they performed

Les Dawson [full inscription unknown]

The Bumbles, Islay Road, Lytham St Annes, United Kingdom where they was