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Basil Brush is a fictional red fox, best known for his appearances on daytime British children's television. He is primarily portrayed by a glove puppet, but has also been depicted in animated cartoon shorts and comic strips.
- What animal is Basil Brush?
- Is Basil Brush a dog?
- Is Basil Brush still alive?
- Where does Basil Brush live?
- Who is the man behind Basil Brush?
- What was Basil Brush's catchphrase?
- When did Basil Brush end?
- Who owns the rights to Basil Brush?
- When did Basil Brush do Glastonbury?
- Why did Stephen leave Basil Brush?
- Who said Dirty Gertie from Number 30?
- Who is the main protagonist in The Great Mouse Detective?
What animal is Basil Brush?
Basil Brush, the glove puppet fox, first starred in his own programme, The Basil Brush Show, on 14 June 1968.
Is Basil Brush a dog?
This is Basil Brush. He is a mixture of chihuahua, papillon and griffin. He's curious and busy and we call him Basil the adventure dog.
Is Basil Brush still alive?
The actor who gave Basil Brush his “boom boom” voice has died at his Devonshire home following a long battle with cancer. Ivan Owen, who was 73, died yesterday. He created the glove puppet with the tweed cape and the famous catchphrase with Peter Firmin.
Where does Basil Brush live?
Read our Q & A to learn all about the famous fox's favourites. Basil Brush, 52 of Brush Manor, Foxhole Lane in Englands deepest countryside, is an entertainer and country gentlefox who will be opening Thames Hospices Santa Dash on Sunday.
Who is the man behind Basil Brush?
Mike Winsor (Home Studio)
Mike is a puppeteer with 13 years experience in television and live theatre, and is best known for being the voice and puppeteer for Basil Brush.
What was Basil Brush's catchphrase?
He fancies himself as something of a raconteur and is best known for his famous catchphrase, "Boom boom!" - uttered when he finds something funny. He's a likeable character, who relishes speaking in a "posh" accent. His most prized possession is his brush - the traditional name for a fox's tail.
When did Basil Brush end?
The Basil Brush Show is a British children's television sitcom series, starring the glove puppet fox Basil Brush. It was produced for six series by The Foundation, airing on CBBC from 27 September 2002 to 25 December 2007.
Who owns the rights to Basil Brush?
Foxy children's TV star Basil Brush is making a comeback after rights to the character changed hands for £1.7m. The irreverent fox, who regularly drew in 12m viewers in his 1970s heyday, has been sold to animation company SKD Media.
When did Basil Brush do Glastonbury?
Martin has been performing in the Basil Brush Show as 'Mr Martin' Basil's trusted sidekick for 4 years while travelling all over the UK performing at Holiday parks, shopping centres and festivals including four days at Glastonbury in the prestigious Kidz Field in 2017 & 2019.
Why did Stephen leave Basil Brush?
Stephen is the uncle to Dave and Molly, and is left in charge of them when their parents go on a round-the-world tour. It is never mentioned how he was chosen to be their guardian, or what his exact relationship with the children is.
Who said Dirty Gertie from Number 30?
Going back to more vital matters, at the end of each “Basil Brush” show in the late 1970's Mr. Roy (pictured) would read a story and get constantly interrupted by posh puppet Basil Brush. One recurring character from those stories was “Dirty Gertie from Number Thirty”.
Who is the main protagonist in The Great Mouse Detective?
Basil of Baker Street (or Basil for short) is the dauntless protagonist of Disney's 1986 film, The Great Mouse Detective.
