David Jason's 'delight' as he discovers existence of daughter, 52

Netflix is looking to put yet another high-profile project into production with a feature film adaptation of the popular stage play “The Piano Lesson” with director Malcolm Washington set to helm, the streamer announced today. The pic is based on the August Wilson (“Fences”) play of the same name with a script penned by Virgil Williams and Washington.

Netflix is looking to put yet another high-profile project into production with a feature film adaptation of the popular stage play “The Piano Lesson” with director Malcolm Washington set to helm, the streamer announced today. The pic is based on the August Wilson (“Fences”) play of the same name with a script penned by Virgil Williams and Washington.

John David Washington (BlacKkKlansman) is set to star opposite Honorary Oscar winner Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction) in The Piano Lesson — a Netflix film adaptation of August Wilson’s classic play, which will mark the feature directorial and screenwriting debut of his brother, Malcolm Washington. Pic’s starry ensemble will also include Ray Fisher (Rebel Moon), Danielle Deadwyler (Till), Michael Potts (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom) and Corey Hawkins (The Tragedy of Macbeth).

Angelique Jackson The all-star cast for Netflix’s adaptation of August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” has been revealed. Oscar winner Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington will star in the feature film, reprising their roles from the highly successful Broadway revival of Wilson’s play, which recently concluded its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Set in 1936 Pittsburgh during the aftermath of the Great Depression, “The Piano Lesson” follows the lives of the Charles family, a household led by Doaker Charles (Jackson), and an heirloom, the family piano, which is decorated with designs carved by an enslaved ancestor. Washington plays Boy Willie, Doaker’s nephew, a role Jackson originated in the 1987 production.

not-in-attendance Anthony Hopkins won for “The Father.”Washington announced plans in 2015 to bring all 10 of Wilson’s “Century Cycle” plays, also sometimes called the “Pittsburgh Cycle,” to feature-film life for HBO. While that obviously has not panned out, he is 3 for 10 in terms of getting the material the polished cinematic treatment.

Christine Brown and her new boyfriend, David Woolley, are hitting the open road! The new couple enjoyed a fun family vacation together with Christine and her ex, Kody Brown's, 12-year-old daughter, Truely.The 50-year-old star took to Instagram to share silly pics while traveling in California and visiting Universal Studios Hollywood.«Making memories and going through adventures have always been precious to me. I’ve been blessed enough with the ability and time to make these core memories with my kids,» the mother of six captioned several photos of herself, David and Truely.

Greenwich, who also famously starred in the movies Scum and Quadrophenia, first arrived in Peckham as Rodney Trotter's (Nicholas Lyndhurst) pal Mickey during the Healthy Competition episode of Only Fools, and remained a fan favourite until the sitcom's final episode. READ MORE: EastEnders star who played Rosie Miller is unrecognisable in forgotten role as Trigger's niece in Only Fools and HorsesTaking to Twitter on Saturday, April 8, Patrick shared a photo alongside Philip Pope, who played Tony Angelino in the Stage Fright episode in 1991, and Michael Jayston who played James Turner in Time on Our Hands in 1996. Patrick jokingly captioned the image: "Back to Margate with Philip Pope and Michael Jayston.

have opened up about the devastating loss of their daughter Maude and revealed it could have been “avoided”. The 60 year old star and his wife sadly lost their adorable little girl in 2011 when she was just two years old at the time. The little one had sadly been suffering from the flu at the time, but the illness soon progressed into undiagnosed sepsis, which ultimately ended her young life.

Jason Watkins and his wife Clara Francis have opened up about the devastating loss of their daughter Maude and revealed it could have been “avoided”.The 60 year old star and his wife sadly lost their adorable little girl in 2011 when she was just two years old at the time.The little one had sadly been suffering from the flu at the time, but the illness soon progressed into undiagnosed sepsis, which ultimately ended her young life. Now, twelve years on, the couple are bravely revisiting the heartbreaking moment as part of a new documentary Jason & Clara: In Memory of Maudie, which will see them offer support to other families who have also lost a child.

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READ MORE: Sir David Jason's wife recalls 'surprise' at discovery of his daughter"He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion. "I know that he would want me to thank you for all the love you have shown him over the years. "The couple began dating in 2006 before marrying in the summer of 2017.

Sir David Jason's wife Gill Hinchcliffe has spoken out after the actor found out he is father to a previously unknown daughter from a previous relationship. The Only Fools & Horses legend, 83, recently found out he is father to Abi Harris, 52, who was born in 1970 following a brief relationship with her actress mother Jennifer Hill.

Craig Revel Horwood, 58, has taken to Twitter to share his heartbreak over the death of his friend and co-star Paul O'Grady. He wrote in view of his 288,600 followers today: "I'm in a state of shock this morning, waking up to the news that my gorgeous colleague and friend, Paul O'Grady has passed away. "I'm actually reeling in disbelief.

Octopussy, later married fellow actor Geoffrey Davion, and Abi grew up believing he was her father until his death in 1996. But following discussions with her mum, Abi, who has starred in Doctor Who, started to suspect she could be Sir David's daughter. She wrote to him - quoting a line from the Dylan Thomas play - to request that he take a paternity test.

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With its famous one-liners and scenes that fans can quote by heart, it’s no wonder Only Fools and Horses is one of Britain’s favourite sitcoms. Beginning in 1981 on the BBC, the cast has since gone on to star in more dramas and series and have become well-known faces on our screens.The beloved show starred the beloved David Jason, Nicholas Lyndhurst, Lennard, Buster, Tessa Peake-Jones, Gwyneth Strong and many more. Here's what happened to the main cast and where they are now… Sir David Jason Derek “Del Boy” Trotter was played by actor David Jason, 83, from 1981 right through to 2014 in the comeback series.

David Jason's daughter has admitted she is "completely overwhelmed with sorrow" over the years she has lost with her famous dad, after they only recently discovered they are father and daughter. Only Fools and Horses legend Sir David, 83, recently found out he is father to Abi, 52, who was born in 1970 following a brief relationship with her actress mother Jennifer Hill. Abi, who is an actress, has now spoken out about finding out about her father's identity, revealing she's "incredible proud" but feels sad after having lost out on spending time with him over the years.

David Jason has discovered he has a 52-year-old daughter he knew nothing about. He's also found out he's the grandfather of a 10-year-old boy. He told the Mirror: "To say it was a surprise is an understatement.

David Jason today revealed his 'delight' at discovering he has a 52-year-old daughter he had no idea existed until they appeared on stage together and a friend in the audience noticed they had similar profiles and the same shaped nose. The Only Fools and Horses star, 83, who previously believed he only had one 22-year-old daughter, has 'welcomed' Abi Harris and his grandson Charlie, ten, into the Jason family - and they spent their first Christmas together last year. Ms Harris, who was born in 1970, is the daughter of actress Jennifer Hill - who starred in Octopussy and had a brief relationship with Sir David in a stage production of Dylan Thomas's Under Milk Wood, also starring Hi-de-Hi's Ruth Madoc and Windsor Davies from It Ain't Half Hot Mum, at the May Fair Theatre in London.

Only Fools & Horses star Sir David Jason has been pictured for first time with his 52 year old daughter who's existence he only recently discovered .The family resemblance was clear to see as 83 year old David smiled next to his daughter, Abi Harris, in a picture shared with the Mirror after he proudly announced that he had found out she was his flesh and blood.The acting legend also found out that he has a ten year old grandson, Charlie, and he's welcomed the pair into his family with open arms. In the first snap of David and Abi Harris together, there were striking similarities between the pair, including the same square face shape, button nose, kind smile and deep blue-green eyes.