Making an impression, Bobby Ball and Tommy Cannon press their hands in soft concrete as part of First Leisure’s Wall of Fame in 1987

Making an impression, Bobby Ball and Tommy Cannon press their hands in soft concrete as part of First Leisure’s Wall of Fame in 1987

Bobby Ball was a national treasure who took Blackpool under his wing

The much loved comedian, who died last week, had huge affection for the resort and the Fylde coast.

By Claire Lark

Published 6th Nov 2020, 15:45 GMT

Trawling through The Gazette archives, it’s all very apparent that Bobby Ball held a true passion for the town. These photos are just a snapshop of occasions where Bobby made a difference, from his legendary comedy double act with Tommy Cannon to his dedicated work for hospital charity Blue Skies.

Pictured in Blackpool town centre 1988

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Pictured in Blackpool town centre 1988

Cannon and Ball ahead of their show at the Opera House in 1985

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Cannon and Ball ahead of their show at the Opera House in 1985

Blackpool young rising star winner Jacqui Scott with Cannon and Ball in May 1980

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Blackpool young rising star winner Jacqui Scott with Cannon and Ball in May 1980

Yvonne and Bobby Ball with Kila Redfern, of Blue Skies

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Yvonne and Bobby Ball with Kila Redfern, of Blue Skies

Offical opening of the patient garden at Clifton Hospital. Bobby Ball with clinical matron Courtney Bickerdike

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Offical opening of the patient garden at Clifton Hospital. Bobby Ball with clinical matron Courtney Bickerdike

Bobby Ball and actress Sally Lindsay at the Let The Sunshine In event to raise money for Clifton Hospital

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Bobby Ball and actress Sally Lindsay at the Let The Sunshine In event to raise money for Clifton Hospital

Bobby Ball Blackpool Fylde The Gazette

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