About Jethro
Jethro was a stand-up comedian who began by touring pubs and clubs in Cornwall, singing traditional songs before turning to jokes. He later toured theatres.
His television appearances included the Des O'Connor Show and Jim Davidson's The Generation Game, on which he demonstrated how to make a Cornish pasty, and he appeared in a Royal Variety Performance. His video releases included A Portion of Jethro.
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Frequently asked questions
What was Jethro's real name?
Jethro, the British stand-up comedian and singer from Cornwall, was born Geoffrey McIntyre Rowe on 8 March 1948 in St Buryan.
How did Jethro get his stage name?
He picked up the name Jethro while playing rugby for Penzance and Newlyn RFC, influenced by the character Jethro Bodine in The Beverly Hillbillies.
What did Jethro do before comedy?
He apprenticed as a carpenter and worked in a tin mine, then started performing by singing traditional songs in Cornish pubs and clubs before moving on to jokes.
What was Jethro's most famous routine?
Jethro's best known routine was This Train Don't Stop Camborne Wednesdays.
When did Jethro first appear on national TV?
Jethro made his first national television performance in 1990 on the Des O'Connor Show.
What was Jethro's comedy style?
His act made use of his strong Cornish accent and a foul-mouthed, explicit style.
