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Roy Walker
Roy Walker is best known for Phoenix Nights, Maverick, Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway and Shooting Stars. Roy Walker was born on July 31, 1940. Roy Walker is 86 years old (born July 31, 1940).
- Born
- July 31, 1940 (86 years old)
- Place of birth
- Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Biography
Robert "Roy" Walker is a Northern Irish television personality and comedian, who worked for many years as both a television presenter and comedy actor. He is best known as the original host of the game show Catchphrase between 1986 and 1999, and as one of the stars of the comedy showcase The Comedians.
Known for
Filmography
- 2016The Real Marigold HotelSelf
- 2015Pick Me!Voice Over
- 2009Roy Walker's TV Bloomers
- 2007The Alan Titchmarsh ShowSelf
- 2006The All Star Talent Show
- 2004I'm Famous and Frightened!
- 2002Harry Hill's TV Burp
- 2002Ant & Dec's Saturday Night TakeawaySelf
- 2001Phoenix NightsHimself
- 1999It's Only TV But I Like ItSelf
- 1994Ready, Steady, CookSelf - Guest
- 1993Shooting StarsSelf
- 1988Michael Barrymore's Saturday Night OutSelf
- 1986CatchphraseHimself - Presenter
- 1981Summertime Special
- 1978An Audience with...Self
- 1978Blackpool Bonanza
- 1971The Comedians
- 1957Maverick
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Roy Walker been in?
Roy Walker is best known for Phoenix Nights, Maverick, Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway and Shooting Stars.
When was Roy Walker born?
Roy Walker was born on July 31, 1940. (Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK)
How old is Roy Walker?
Roy Walker is 86 years old (born July 31, 1940).
Updated: October 25, 2026 ·