Just like that! New Tommy Cooper biopic reveals turmoil behind the laughter..
He was one of Britain’s best-loved comedians, known for his trademark red fez and memorable stage routines, combining magic tricks, slapstick and brilliant one-liners.
Yet, away from the spotlight, Tommy Cooper was an altogether darker man, whose complex personal life was almost as farcical as his stage act.
Now, 30 years on from his death, it is this, the private side of the public icon, that is the focus for new one-off ITV drama Not Like That, Like This.
The two-hour special, scripted by Men Behaving Badly writer Simon Nye and starring Shameless actor David Threlfall in the title role, will give viewers a revealing insight into the legendary comic behind closed doors.
In particular, the drama will explore the Welshman’s volatile relationship with wife Gwen, known as Dove (played by New Tricks actress Amanda Redman), and his 17-year extramarital affair with his personal assistant, Mary Kay (Helen McCrory)…