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-- Reviews by the Famous and well Known

(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Angela Douglas, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Angela Douglas, Actress (Carry On Screaming, Follow That Camel, Carry On Up the Khyber, Carry On Cowboy)

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This is a comprehensive book detailing every actor who appeared in a 'Carry On ...' film. A must for all Carry On fans.
Ken Rock, British Society of Comedy Writers (President)

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The foreword will appear here shortly.
Fenella Fielding, Actress (Carry On Regardless, Carry On Screaming) - Written the Foreword

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Carry On Actors is obviously the work of someone who loves his subject and has thoroughly researched all the facts and meticulously recorded them for everyone to appreciate. It is full of fascinating stories, some of which are quite new to me and it is difficult to put it down.
Nikki van der Zyl, Actress (Carry On Cleo, Carry On Don't Lose Your Head)

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"Carry On Actors" has got to be the most minutely researched, in-depth record of the 'genre' yet achieved. Andrew Ross has turned a labour of love into a perfect encyclopedia for those of us who still cherish the films, crediting us little folk as well as the stars. I once heard the "Carry On's" described as a foreigners guide to the very English love of vulgarity. Nobody was shot, defrauded, robbed or raped. They survive because of a basic innocence that pervaded them. I was privileged to be in the very first one and still have fond memories of the wonderful cast, sadly so many no longer with us, who were so kind and helpful to a young actor on his first steps up the showbiz ladder. Well done Andrew Ross, a truly magnificent effort.
Don McCorkindale, Actor (Carry On Sergeant, Carry On Cabby)

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There are lots of lovely details in this book that will hopefully be new to all the Carry On Fans, so I do URGE YOU to go and buy it. This last sentence sounds even better when said in a Kenny Williams voice! (Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Jacki Piper, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Jacki Piper, Actress (Carry On Matron, Carry On At Your Convenience, Carry On Loving, Carry On Up the Jungle)

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This book gives you an insight to the great comedy actors and supporting actors whom starred in the iconic Carry On film series, Andrew has put a lot of work in researching all the information contained here in, this book is a welcomed addition to any Carry On fans library collection, thoroughly recommended.
Kevin Snelgrove, Author of 'The Official Carry On Facts, Figures & Statistics'

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This book is a must for all Carry On fans – this book covers everything!
Harry Fielder, Actor (Appeared in 6 Carry On Films)

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A great book that all Carry On fans should have in their collection. (Author Andrew Ross with Valerie Leon, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Valerie Leon, Actress (Appeared in 6 Carry On Films)

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A wonderfully comprehensive collection of actors' career details - a must for all Carry On fans.
Christine Ozanne, Actress (Carry On Nurse)

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I am so pleased the Carry On films continue to entertain audiences around the world and I look back on my time working on ‘Carry On Emmannuelle’ with fond memories.
Carry On Actors is a marvellous reference of everyone involved in the series. Well researched and full of facts it is essential reading for all fans of British comedy.
Albert Moses, Actor (Carry On Emmannuelle)

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I am amazed at the amount of research that has been done to get so many facts about the actors who have made even the slightest appearance in the Carry On series.
I have thoroughly enjoyed jumping in and out of the book and reading about many of the actors I have worked with.
Larry Dann, Actor (Carry On Teacher, Behind, England, Emmannuelle)

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Fans of the Carry On's will love this book and devour it! It is in part a tribute to Betty White, the casting director who cast so immaculately, and Gerald Thomas who kept order amongst all the egos.
Peter Byrne, Actor (Carry On Cabby)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Sherrie Hewson, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Sherrie Hewson, Actress (Carry On Behind and the Carry On Laughing television series)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Georgina Moon, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Georgina Moon, Actress (Carry On Behind, Carry On Camping)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with High Futcher, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Hugh Futcher, Actor (Appeared in 7 Carry On Films)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Kenneth Cope, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Kenneth Cope, Actor (Carry on Matron, Carry On Convenience)

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A lip-smacking jamboree bag, of actors, for addicts of the Carry On films. A marvellous must-have book. (Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Madeline Smith, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Madeline Smith, Actress (Carry on Matron)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Robin Askwith, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Robin Askwith, Actor (Carry On Girls)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Rosalind Knight, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Rosalind Knight, Actress (Carry On Nurse, Carry On Teacher)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Sally Thomsett, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Sally Thomsett, Actress and 'Carry On' Fan

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Sylvia Syms OBE, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Sylvia Syms OBE, Actress

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This is a fascinating read for anyone who is interested in the British film industry Carry On or not as it is packed with extraordinary information of so many people working in the business from their earliest days to the more mature artists!
Rosalind Knight, Actress (Carry On Nurse and Carry On Teacher)

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(Photo: Author Andrew Ross with Anna Karen, with a copy of 'Carry On Actors').
Anna Karen, Actress (Carry On Camping)

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Essential if you want to Carry On.
Norman Hudis (Writer of the First 6 Carry On Films)

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-- Newspaper and Website Reviews

Don't carry on, Margot... Why Penelope was axed from the Carry On Films
Two decades after the last Carry On film was made, the uniquely British series of low-budget films continues to amuse viewers who weren’t even born when Kenneth Williams’s Caesar declared ‘Infamy. Infamy.
They’ve all got it in for me’ — later voted the best Carry On one-liner of all time.
Now the cast has been immortalised in a Who’s Who by aficionado Andrew Ross. Here, from his diligent research, are 30 things you didn’t know about Carry On . . .
1. German actress Elke Sommer was paid six times the £5,000 salary of Carry On stars Sid James, Kenneth Williams and Barbara Windsor when she played Russian Anna Vrooshka in Carry On Behind.
2. Penelope KEITH was a nurse in Carry On Doctor long before finding fame in The Good Life and To The Manor Born. Her scenes were cut in the editing process.
3. Shakira BAKSH, a former Miss World contestant, played Scrubba, one of Sid James’s wives, in Carry On Again Doctor. The Guyana-born actress is best known as Lady (Michael) Caine.
4. Kenneth WILLIAMS, who appeared in 25 Carry Ons, loathed Sid James, whom he said was ‘just too coarse’.
5. THEATRE impresario and Everton FC owner Bill Kenwright played a reporter in Carry On Matron.
6. POP star David Essex was 22 when he played a heckler in Carry On Henry, but ended up on the cutting-room floor.
7. Charles HAWTREY, who appeared in 23 Carry Ons, never recovered professionally after walking out in 1972 when his demand for star billing in the TV Christmas special Carry On Stuffing was rejected. He died in straitened circumstances in 1988.
8. Joan Sims, who starred in 24 Carry Ons, played a medium in Morrissey’s Ouija Board video in 1988.
9. Sid JAMES deemed the best moment of his 19 Carry Ons to be his performance in Carry On Cowboy, which gave him the chance to display his fine American accent.
10. Kenneth CONNOR, star of 17 Carry Ons, was the son of the petty officer on the Royal Yacht Victoria & Albert, and knew the Queen’s grandparents, George V and Queen Mary.
11. Peter BUTTERWORTH got billing in 16 Carry Ons, but also did uncredited, bit-part roles in several others.
12. Hattie JACQUES, the Carry On battleaxe, once declared: ‘All they see is a funny fat lady; no one dreams of casting you as a normal person.’
13. Bernard Bresslaw, at 6ft 7in, towered over his co-stars in 14 Carry On films, including Up the Khyber.
14. Jim DALE, star of 11 Carry On films, offended his fellow actors when he declined to play Ug Ug in Carry On Up The Jungle because he wanted to broaden his horizons. Some of them later boycotted his This Is Your Life tribute in protest.
15. Barbara WINDSOR, star of ten Carry Ons, had elocution lessons as a teenager, but failed to lose her Cockney accent.
16. Edina RONAY, the fashion designer, played a saloon girl in Carry On Cowboy.
17. Amanda BARRIE, who played Alma Baldwin in Coronation Street, was Cleopatra in the spoof of the Burton/Taylor movie Carry On Cleo.
18. Johnny BRIGGS, Barrie’s Street husband Mike Baldwin, appeared in three Carry Ons.
19. Sara Crowe, famous for her role in the Philadelphia TV adverts, married Jim Dale’s son Toby a month after meeting him on the set of Carry On Columbus. They later divorced.
20. Shirley Eaton, sprayed gold in Bond movie Goldfinger, was in Carry On Sergeant as Bob Monkhouse’s wife. She also appeared in Carry On Nurse and Carry On Constable.
21. Sheila HANCOCK played Kenneth Connor’s nagging wife Senna Pod in Carry On Cleo.
22. Before fame as Miss Marple, Joan Hickson made her screen debut as the efficient ward sister in Carry On Nurse.
23. BURT KWOUK — crazy manservant Cato in the Pink Panther films — had a cameo role in Carry On Columbus.
24. Ian LAVENDER — ‘silly boy’ Pike in Dad’s Army — played Joe Baxter in Carry On Behind.
25. Young Ones star Rik Mayall was cast as the Sultan in Carry On Columbus.
26. Irish character actor T. P. McKenna, who appeared in Straw Dogs and The Charge Of The Light Brigade played an Archbishop in Carry On Columbus. His scenes were edited from the final film release.
27. Terry And June star Terry Scott, who appeared in seven Carry On films, was forced by his parents to train as an accountant.
28. FORMER world light heavyweight boxing champ Freddie Mills was in Carry On Constable and Carry On Regardless.
29. Musical actress Dora Bryan played a love-struck Army cook in Carry On Sergeant.
30. SERGEANT Bilko star Phil Silvers played the lead role in Carry On Follow That Camel. He was unpopular with the rest of the cast, who thought he considered himself superior.
• CARRY On Actors: The Complete Who’s Who Of The Carry On Film series, by Andrew Ross, is published by Apex.
Daily Mail

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CARRY ON ACTORS
The Northern Echo

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A very handy book.
Christopher Stevens, Daily Mail (TV Critic)

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CARRY ON ACTORS
Whats On Magazine (Darlington)

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CARRY ON ACTORS
Dumfries & Galloway Standard

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CARRY ON ACTORS
The Brit (Madeira Newspaper)

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CARRY ON ACTORS
Ipswich 24 Magazine

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CARRY ON ACTORS
Islington Gazette

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CARRY ON ACTORS
The Weekly News

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Carry On reading this in-depth guide to the classic cult comedies, and you'll be well-informed about these very British must-see movies. A must for anyone who can't resist a titter at Sid James and Co.
Elaine Penn, TV Choice Magazine (Features Editor)

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-- Radio and TV

26 September 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on Talk Radio Europe. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
Talk Radio Europe

3 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on Hayes 91.8 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
Hayes 91.8 FM

4 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Guernsey 93.2 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Guernsey 93.2 FM

5 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio York 103.7 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio York 103.7 FM

8 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Coventry & Warwickshire 94.8 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Coventry & Warwickshire 94.8 FM

8 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Stoke 94.6 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Stoke 94.6 FM

13 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC West Midlands 95.6 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC West Midlands 95.6 FM

21 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on Millside Hospital Radio. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
Millside Hospital Radio

23 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Sussex 95.1 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Sussex 95.1 FM

30 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on Talk Radio Europe. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
Talk Radio Europe

30 November 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Three Counties 90.4 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Three Counties 90.4 FM

19 December 2011 - Colchester Garrison 107 FM featured and ran a competition on 'Carry On Actors' written by Andrew Ross.
Colchester Garrison 107 FM

21 December 2011 - BBC Radio Five Live (The Nicky Campbell Show) feature Andrew Ross' book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Five Live (The Nicky Campbell Show)

23 December 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Kent 96.7 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Kent 96.7 FM

23 December 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Three Counties 90.4 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Three Counties 90.4 FM

27 December 2011 - Andrew Ross was interviewed about the Carry On films on 'The Greatest Carry on Films' shown on Channel 5.
The Greatest Carry on Films, Channel 5

3 January 2012 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Derbyshire 104.5 FM. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Derbyshire 104.5 FM

21 April 2012 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on BBC Radio Leeds. Andrew answered questions about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
BBC Radio Leeds

31 May 2013 - Andrew Ross was interviewed on 'East Lothian FM'. Andrew was interviewed about his book 'Carry On Actors'.
East Lothian FM

I thought I knew just about all the Carry On history until opening, reading and closing this book. I have discovered there were lots of interesting facts I did not know. Definitely worth a purchase.
Graeme Logan, Leith 98.8 FM (Presenter)

What a great book for those who remember and loved the Carry On films. A 'must have' item for all fans of those great British comedy films.
Philip Solomon, Wolverhampton City Radio 101.8FM (Presenter)

This is it! Probably everything you'd want to know on all the Stars, big and small from the “Carry-On" films. An accurate and authentic who's, who of all the actors and actresses, the perfect accompaniment for your "Carry-On" DVD collection.
Mark Le-Leivre, Bristol Community 93.2 FM (Presenter)

Once again Apex Publishing has come up with a Masterpiece! No "Carry On" devotee will want to miss out on this unique and lavish collection of extended biographies from those much loved character actors … it's a must! ... Just buy and enjoy!
Carl Gresham, BCB Radio 106.6 FM (Presenter)

-- Readers Comments

If you are a Carry On fan this book is a must have. It tells you the tales of the cast from the start. I found it very interesting to how they got on and other work they have done. A very good book with much detail. Top marks!
Kevin Chapman
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A great collection of facts about every Carry On actor that has appeared in the fantastic series.
Roger Bolton
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-- Book Signings and Events

5 November 2011 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at Waterstone's, Harrogate.
Waterstone's, Harrogate

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5 November 2011 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at Waterstone's, Leeds. Andrew was joined by former Carry On actress Fenella Fielding.
Waterstone's, Leeds

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12 November 2011 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at Waterstone's, Durham.
Waterstone's, Durham

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12 November 2011 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at Waterstone's, Durham.
Waterstone's, Durham

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22 March 2012 - Andrew Ross talked about and signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at The Literacy Inspire Day, Parkside Sports College.
The Literacy Inspire Day, Parkside Sports College

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14 July 2012 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at London Film Memorabilia Convention, London. Andrew was joined by former Carry On actress Fenella Fielding.
London Film Memorabilia Convention, London

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21 September 2013 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at The London Film Memorabilia Convention.
The London Film Memorabilia Convention

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23 November 2013 - Andrew Ross signed copies of his book 'Carry On Actors' at the Memorabilia Convention, NEC, Birmingham.
Memorabilia Convention, NEC, Birmingham

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-- Libraries that stock this book
The National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth
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The University Library, Cambridge
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The National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
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The Library of Trinity College, Dublin
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The Bodleian Library, Oxford
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The British Library, Boston Spa
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