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Sir Ken Dodd's Legacy: A Memorial for His Hometown
7 Oct
Summary
- A memorial is sought for comedian Sir Ken Dodd in his hometown.
- Knotty Ash was frequently referenced in Sir Ken Dodd's routines.
- A statue already exists for Sir Ken Dodd at Lime Street station.
A lasting tribute to the beloved Liverpool comic Sir Ken Dodd is being called for in his lifelong home of Knotty Ash. Comedian John Martin, a longtime collaborator and friend, is urging for a memorial in the suburb that was so integral to Dodd's identity and performance art.
Sir Ken Dodd, who passed away in 2018 at the age of 90, frequently referenced Knotty Ash in his routines, famously creating characters like the Diddymen. His friend Martin highlighted how Dodd's tales about the area, including its 'jam butty mines,' made Knotty Ash known globally.
While a statue of Sir Ken Dodd stands at Liverpool's Lime Street station, Martin feels a specific acknowledgment within Knotty Ash itself is warranted. He emphasized that the suburb's renown is largely due to Dodd's enduring legacy and comedic connection to the area.
