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Roy Hudd talks to Peter Reed about his life in radio including Huddlines, The Scan, Huddwinks and playing Sherlock. From 2008.

Much-loved comedian and actor Roy Hudd talks to Peter Reed about his radio life and times.

With behind-the-scenes stories of making and starring in his hit BBC shows:

* THE NEWS HUDDLINES (06/06/79) BBC Radio 2

Poking fun at topical events and personalities, this series ran for 25 years. Roy was joined by Chris Emmett and his leading ladies Janet Brown, Alison Steadman and June Whitfield.

* THE NEWLY DISCOVERED CASEBOOK OF SHERLOCK HOLMES (16/01/1999) BBC Radio 2

Roy dons his deerstalker to investigate 'The Case of the Clockwork Fiend' with June Whitfield.

* HUDDWINKS (14/08/86) BBC Radio 2

Chris Emmett and Denise Coffey join Roy for 'Railway '86 - The Movie!': British Rail's new 'Silver Bullet' train ends up as a runaway express to Aberdeen. Sony Radio Academy Gold award-winning comedy.

* THE SCAN (29/09/1999) BBC Radio 4

Roy reveals his more dramatic side in Peter Tinniswood's drama. Compulsive talker Ernest seeks reassurance from a protective nurse. Co-starring Judy Cornwell.

Sadly Roy died aged 83 in 2020.

Producer: Mik Wilkojc

Made for BBC Radio 4 Extra - and first broadcast in March 2008.

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