Roy Walker (comedian)

Roy Walker
Walker in 2012
Birth nameRobert Walker
Born (1940-07-31) 31 July 1940 (age 84)
Belfast, Northern Ireland
MediumStand-up, presenter
NationalityBritish
Years active1977–present
GenresObservational comedy
Spouse
Jean Walker
(m. 1962; died 1989)
Children3, including Josie Walker
Notable works and rolesCatchphrase
The Comedians
Websitewww.roywalker.co.uk

Robert "Roy" Walker (born 31 July 1940) is a television personality and comedian from Northern Ireland, who worked for many years as both a television presenter and comedy actor. He is best known as the original host of the game show Catchphrase between 1986 and 1999, and as one of the stars of the comedy showcase The Comedians.