Denis Norden
Denis Mostyn Norden was an English comedy writer and television presenter. After an early career working in cinemas, he began scriptwriting during the Second World War. From 1948 to 1959, he co-wrote the BBC Radio comedy programme Take It from Here with Frank Muir.
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Background
- Born in
- London Borough of Hackney
- Educated at
- City of London School
- Awards
- 🏆 Commander of the Order of the British Empire
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1922
Born
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Died
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