THE creator of popular game show Bullseye has tragically passed away, his family has announced.
, with comedian Norman Vaughan, created the iconic darts-themed game show in 1980.
Bullseye was a staple of ITV in the 80s and 90sCredit: ITV
The show swiftly rose to fame and became an staple in the 80s and 90s.
His daughter Laura Wood announced his death on .
She said he died on Sunday, 16 November, at the age of 91.
Posting on Linkedin, she said: “On Sunday morning, my Mum and I said a goodbye that we always knew was coming, but so desperately never wanted to.
“Most people will know him as the man (the legend!) who created Bullseye. I simply know him as Dad.
“I’m struggling to find the words to fully describe this immense loss, but I was so incredibly proud to be his daughter. A pride that now sits alongside grief.
“Dad led a life that quite frankly many can only dream of, from working with Don Arden, the Godfather of Rock, to cutting drivers’ hair, owning the first record shop in Kingston-upon-Thames, to creating Bullseye, and so much more in between.
“The man I knew, although a little calmer in lifestyle, was never anything but driven, passionate and relentless in his vision. He knew with Bullseye that he had a hit on his hands, and my goodness, he was right.
“He taught me that you have to believe in yourself, your goals and your dreams, because if you don’t, no one else will.
“He leaves behind the most wonderful legacy with Bullseye, and I can only hope I can continue to make him proud by carrying his creation forward.”
The 1980s telly classic recently landed new fans thanks to an
Andrew applied to trademark the name across everything from aftershave and to clothing and chocolates.
The original consolation prize merchandise given away on the show was a tankard for men or silver goblet for women, a bendy rubber doll of the show’s brown bull mascot “Bully” and chalk holders.
Bullseye originally ran for 13 series under host Jim Bowen from 1981-1996.
Andrew’s daughter continued: “Call me if anyone gives you any ****,” he would say before every meeting I ever went to about Bullseye.
“His fatherly protectiveness fiercely present right up until the very end. I will miss those words, and the security of knowing that no one ever had my back more than he did.
“Thank you for being my Dad. Enjoy your new chapter and the party in the stars that you are no doubt having tonight.
“I’ll see you again one day X.”
Tributes have rolled in to the “wonderful person” and a “great man” who made his mark on the industry.
The 1980s telly classic recently landed new fansCredit: Supplied
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