About Tom O'Connor
Tom O'Connor was a British comedian and television presenter. He began as an entertainer at working men's clubs in Liverpool and surrounding areas. His television debut came on The Comedians, and the talent show Opportunity Knocks brought him national fame. He went on to present game shows including Name That Tune and Crosswits.
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Frequently asked questions
What did Tom O'Connor do before comedy?
Tom O'Connor, who was born in Bootle, worked as a mathematics and music teacher before performing as a comedian in working men's clubs.
How did Tom O'Connor become famous?
After a television debut on The Comedians, he won the talent show Opportunity Knocks three times, which made him a national name in the 1970s and 1980s.
Which game shows did Tom O'Connor host?
O'Connor hosted game shows such as Crosswits, The Zodiac Game, Name That Tune, Password and Gambit, as well as The Tom O'Connor Road Show for the BBC.
Did Tom O'Connor act on television?
In 2000 he made his television acting debut as Father Tom in the BBC series Doctors.
When was Tom O'Connor born?
Thomas Patrick O'Connor was born on 31 October 1939 and died in Slough on 18 July 2021, aged 81.
