Doctor who guests (LFCC 2023)

[Mfahey79]

1 hour ago, D-C-A said:

William Russell (19th November 1924 - 3rd June 2024)

Russell Enoch was best known to the world professionally as William Russell an actor who came to fame thanks to his titular role as Sir Lancelot in "The Adventures of Sir Lancelot", however following a small but notable role in the 1963 iconic "The Great Escape", Russell found himself cast as Ian Chesterton in what was at the time a show that from many saw little faith, 60 years later Doctor Who has defied expectations again and again.

one of only 5 actors from the 1960s to appear in every episode from their introduction til their departure Russell saw a continuous work streak of 37 weeks in what can be argued as the true leading man role of the show within his first year on the show alone, before choosing to dedicate his own time to pre film scenes for his planned absence, and repeating this for his week break during the shows second season, departing in Season 2's "The Chase", although their were 2 occasions where the actor and character were nearly brought back within the Classic series these never came to fruition.

1999 saw the return of "The Lion" the first episode of "The Crusade" to commemorate this special occasion Russell returned to the screens of Doctor who fans to record links, uniquely stepping back into the shoes of Ian to talk to the viewer about his travels, then 23 years later he returned one last time as Ian in "The Power of the Doctor" for a cameo setting a world record between appearances at 57 years, he returned to the role several times for audio either as a narrator for Target Novelisations and then for Big Finish first as Lord Darzil Carlisle in the Peter Davison story "The Game" before becoming Ian again and even playing the role of the First Doctor several times, he was portrayed by Jamie Glover in "An adventure in space and Time" where Russell himself cameo-ed as Harry the Traffic Warden.

During many interviews Russell spoke fondly of his time on Doctor who, the fans and his Son Alfred Enoch who himself became an actor of notoriety appearing as Dean Thomas in the oft Celebrated Harry Potter Series, to whom he is survived by along with his wife Etheline Lewis whom they were married 40 years and 3 other children (From his first wife) although they are not in the public eye so i cannot confirm if they are alive and respect their wish for privacy.

Beautiful. He was a lovely man who had a lot of time for both the show and the fans

[D-C-A]

9 hours ago, Mfahey79 said:

Beautiful. He was a lovely man who had a lot of time for both the show and the fans

Personally no tribute or Obituary a fan like myself can give will ever measure up to the passing of a Titan of Doctor who.

[D-C-A]

Whole host of guest announcements comic book wise and 0 Doctor who ones guess some days we win others no.

still want Lee Sullivan and Jeff Cummins for comic guests tho because they’re awesome

[Mfahey79]

On 6/5/2024 at 8:35 AM, D-C-A said:

Personally no tribute or Obituary a fan like myself can give will ever measure up to the passing of a Titan of Doctor who.

Exactly. It's hard to put into words.

All I can say is I had the honour of meeting him a couple of times and he was every much the gentleman and you can tell how proud he was to be a part of the show.

When it was the 50th anniversary celebration at the excel, I could only do the one day, as my work wifes birthday is the 23rd November, of all days, so I worked this day for her.

I could only get 3 attendees autographs due to the way they scheduled everything, and William Russell was top of my choices. 

A lovely fellow rest in peace William

 

Edited June 6, 2024 by Mfahey79

[D-C-A]

4 guests announced none of use for this forum

[Mfahey79]

8 hours ago, D-C-A said:

4 guests announced none of use for this forum

no but, one guest does raise the other end of the moral spectrum, where one guest is 9 years old, is that too young to be put through a day signing at a convention? I know we have asked should some guests appear due to their age and fitness, but at the opposite end of the equation.

[D-C-A]

1 minute ago, Mfahey79 said:

no but, one guest does raise the other end of the moral spectrum, where one guest is 9 years old, is that too young to be put through a day signing at a convention? I know we have asked should some guests appear due to their age and fitness, but at the opposite end of the equation.

That is probably one of the best questions asked, I mean she’s likely not going to be able to sign throughout the entire day and that means rushed as all hell, and let’s be honest a lot of con attendees etiquette isn’t the greatest at the best of times.

[Mfahey79]

28 minutes ago, D-C-A said:

That is probably one of the best questions asked, I mean she’s likely not going to be able to sign throughout the entire day and that means rushed as all hell, and let’s be honest a lot of con attendees etiquette isn’t the greatest at the best of times.

Exactly, she would only be allowed to be on set for a certain amount of hours due to her age so it also stands to reason she will only be able to sign for a certain amount of time

I will put my cards on the table and say, I do have an autograph from Vivien Lyra Blair who played the young Leia in the Kenobi series. But it was from a private signing rather than a convention

[D-C-A]

1 minute ago, Mfahey79 said:

Exactly, she would only be allowed to be on set for a certain amount of hours due to her age so it also stands to reason she will only be able to sign for a certain amount of time

I will put my cards on the table and say, I do have an autograph from Vivien Lyra Blair who played the young Leia in the Kenobi series. But it was from a private signing rather than a convention

I mean being that guy doesn't this break some form of child labour law of some description, i mean what are the ethics of this, i understand she's in a massively popular series and show but surely at the same time maybe don't book a literal child actress.

still no where near as bad as that event who booked the real life stalker from Baby Reindeer mind you but it would take a lot to sink that low.

[Mfahey79]

10 hours ago, D-C-A said:

I mean being that guy doesn't this break some form of child labour law of some description, i mean what are the ethics of this, i understand she's in a massively popular series and show but surely at the same time maybe don't book a literal child actress.

still no where near as bad as that event who booked the real life stalker from Baby Reindeer mind you but it would take a lot to sink that low.

Looking at the bio on the website, she is only at the show for 3 hours each day. So not doing a full day so not quite as bad

Now that is weird why would you book a guest like that knowing the feedback you are likely to get, and surely there would be very few people wanting their autograph in first place

[D-C-A]

17 minutes ago, Mfahey79 said:

Looking at the bio on the website, she is only at the show for 3 hours each day. So not doing a full day so not quite as bad

Now that is weird why would you book a guest like that knowing the feedback you are likely to get, and surely there would be very few people wanting their autograph in first place

that seems reasonable and respectable, i can imagine her parents or at least a strongly trusted guardian will be with her at all times, Selfies will 100% be prohibited and their will likely be an extra member of staff or two given her age.

and yeah it was a questionable choice given she is known for being a stalker which apparently she's never denied nor swayed the idea away from her which does make me wonder who the hell thought that was a good idea, makes me grateful that Showmasters has a sense of morality, IE child actress only 3 hours per day to not stress her out, Actor currently in the public eye for a serious case of misconduct drop them from the line up, more events need that moral integrity 

[D-C-A]

on a more light hearted note i have paid for the remainder of my photos meaning my list is:

• Maureen O'Brien
• Peter Purves
• Maureen/Peter Duo
• Garrick Haggon
• Nisha Nayar
• Lee Ingleby
• Claire Higgins
• Matthew Needham
• Susan Twist

and i've also had to order a second Photo album because mine is now going to be filled up, would have been great had David Bradley not cancelled of course.

[Mfahey79]

I need to get myself organised and order a few photos

 

[Mfahey79]

3 hours ago, D-C-A said:

that seems reasonable and respectable, i can imagine her parents or at least a strongly trusted guardian will be with her at all times, Selfies will 100% be prohibited and their will likely be an extra member of staff or two given her age.

and yeah it was a questionable choice given she is known for being a stalker which apparently she's never denied nor swayed the idea away from her which does make me wonder who the hell thought that was a good idea, makes me grateful that Showmasters has a sense of morality, IE child actress only 3 hours per day to not stress her out, Actor currently in the public eye for a serious case of misconduct drop them from the line up, more events need that moral integrity 

I would question anyone who would want a selfie anyway.

You do wonder what goes through peoples minds when they book this type of guest, the stalker I mean, as is it worth the negative publicity you will be getting. 

[D-C-A]

27 minutes ago, Mfahey79 said:

I would question anyone who would want a selfie anyway.

You do wonder what goes through peoples minds when they book this type of guest, the stalker I mean, as is it worth the negative publicity you will be getting. 

Lets just say not all con attendees are level headed normal individuals who seem to understand that its a literal child actress.

and yeah i get the publicity but its gonna be mostly if not all negative i don't get what they're thinking whatsoever.

[D-C-A]

Another 2 announcements but nothing on the radar, one has the same years and occupations but no overlap, can't even find something that would be bonus feature comic material in the same vein as that Basil Brush show segment appearing on "The Mind robber" DVD

[Spacecadet is here]

Guys, Can you please Stop Disrespecting the Guests Announcements, Not everything revolves around Dr Who. If you have nothing good to say then please Don't write anything. I am getting a little tired of reading your Negative Comments about Non Dr Who Guests. 

Remember this Site is for Everyone not just you. Thank you 

[D-C-A]

3 hours ago, Spacecadet is here said:

Guys, Can you please Stop Disrespecting the Guests Announcements, Not everything revolves around Dr Who. If you have nothing good to say then please Don't write anything. I am getting a little tired of reading your Negative Comments about Non Dr Who Guests. 

Remember this Site is for Everyone not just you. Thank you 

But we’re not being negative if I can’t find any connection I say I can’t, if I can find one I mention it, the only negativity I’ve ever spoken on this forum is towards actors in the likes of Bruno Langley who by all accounts are criminal ETC, or as I more recently mentioned another event full stop getting a real life stalker.

sometimes we mention questionable practices either of Showmasters or otherwise maybe even voice genuine concern but we’re never negative towards someone because they’ve not done Doctor who, maybe I’ve stated my shock they haven’t done it especially if the years and type of career they’ve had overlaps, but that’s it

[Mfahey79]

4 hours ago, Spacecadet is here said:

Guys, Can you please Stop Disrespecting the Guests Announcements, Not everything revolves around Dr Who. If you have nothing good to say then please Don't write anything. I am getting a little tired of reading your Negative Comments about Non Dr Who Guests. 

Remember this Site is for Everyone not just you. Thank you 

Point taken, but I dont think I've ever said anything negative about any guest or guest announcement, as I've always been of the philosophy that even if the guest isnt someone I'd get, then that guest might be some ones holy grail guest

[Mfahey79]

6 hours ago, D-C-A said:

Another 2 announcements but nothing on the radar, one has the same years and occupations but no overlap, can't even find something that would be bonus feature comic material in the same vein as that Basil Brush show segment appearing on "The Mind robber" DVD

Maybe not, but Chris Bartlett is a guest I will 100% be adding onto a couple of posters

[D-C-A]

3 minutes ago, Mfahey79 said:

Maybe not, but Chris Bartlett is a guest I will 100% be adding onto a couple of posters

Oh I was just amazed there was no Doctor who connection or even a sketch given that two prolific Doctor who Actors did rainbow, that was on DVD Blu Ray but it’s good you’ve got another for your list by all means.

[D-C-A]

So in a personal update I've made a few alterations to my list, namingly that I've finally ordered DWM 135 (Along with 131-134 in a bundle) for Geoff Senior and Simon Furman to sign, and I've taken Colin Baker off of "The Macra Terror" Steelbook and reassigned him over to The Davros Collection as i'd prefer to have more names on that set as i want to build up the larger combo, i've also remove "The five Doctors" from Paul Cornell as i feel the amount of items i have is already beginning to take the mick so i'll take it off, and my current plan is that if i have a spare £30 or someone (god forbid) cancels i'm gonna put McCoy on the set as well, and if i do have an Extra £20 on top of that (Or maybe even the other way around) gonna get Lee Ingleby on "Terra Firma" as i can imagine he will be a one and done.

Fingers crossed for more guests obviously and really it would be awesome for more older ones hoping for some 60's 70's guests as we have 6 from that period but still want more.

[D-C-A]

So i was just running some more background checks on a few of our already announced guests to see if i could dig up anymore credits and i discovered Wayne Michael's and Tracey Eddon are married how wonderful for the both of them.

[D-C-A]

So notable update I've found a source that states that Mike Collins has did storyboard work on "The Star Beast" so he can be attached to the 60th anniversary specials.

 

[LSmith]

just going to throw this out there chances of jonathan groff in future?