Tk, look him up for I'm sorry I haven't a clue (radio 4) & see what I mean.
He's been around since time immemorial as a theatre / film & tv type, is in his 80's (doesn't sound it).
I.S.I.H.A.C. has been running since the 60's (I think) ..kicks ass, you know you've made it when you appear on that!
And TK, if you know your stuff he was a pivotal role in the comic strip presents "Mr Jolly Lives Next Door" ...a forerunner to "Bottom" featuring Ade Edmondson & Rik Mayall.
"I've been out with Nicholas Parsons tattoed across my head" ..is a line i'll never forget.
He's always up for a laugh, sort of guy you wish you were a mate of as he is one of those agelessfolk who realize fame is from audiences & appreciates his life given by the audience.