Overview

• His death on July 19 at age 81 was confirmed by multiple news outlets on July 21.
• Courtney Baker Oliver paid tribute on Instagram, calling him a legendary choreographer, actor and vocalist who mentored her career.
• Fans remembered his turn as the villain Queeg in Red Dwarf’s second series and praised his choreography of the Tongue Tied dance.
• He received top honours including an Olivier Award, NAACP Award, L.A. Theatre Ovation Award for Best Choreographer and a Living Legend Award.
• Beyond Red Dwarf, his career encompassed roles in Labyrinth, Smith & Jones, Capital City and Blake’s 7 as well as extensive musical theatre work.